Quick Facts
Türkiye, while officially stating that 99% of the population is Muslim, has a lower percentage of Muslim adherents according to other research, showing a significant presence of diverse beliefs.
INNZ supports an initiative in Türkiye focused on providing educational programmes, such as training sessions for local leaders and summer camps for children. Additionally, it offers essential aid to refugees, including clothing, blankets, and food, to support their well-being and provide relief in challenging circumstances.
About Türkiye
Capital: Ankara
Language: Turkish (official)
Population: Approximately 86 million
Location: Turkey is located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, bordered by Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest, Georgia to the northeast, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east, and Iraq and Syria to the south. It has coastlines along the Aegean Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea.
Religion: The majority of the population is Muslim, primarily Sunni Islam, with a significant minority of Alevi Muslims and smaller communities of Christians and Jews.
Education: Turkey has a comprehensive education system with compulsory education for children between the ages of 6 and 14. The government is investing in educational reforms to improve quality and accessibility. Challenges include disparities between urban and rural education, overcrowded classrooms, and the need for curriculum updates to better align with contemporary needs.