Sivil Toplum

Social sensitivitiesCivil Society & Democracy Volunteering

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The social sphere that is independent of the state and the market and organises on the basis of volunteering, solidarity and the common good.

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Civil Society Glossary

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Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)

A non-profit association, foundation, cooperative, platform or initiative operating for the public benefit.

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Association

A legal entity established by at least seven natural or legal persons to combine their knowledge and work on a continuous basis (Law No. 5253).

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Foundation

A legal entity established by natural or legal persons by dedicating sufficient property and rights to a specific purpose (Turkish Civil Code No. 4721).

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Cooperative

A legal entity established to meet its members' specific economic interests and needs through mutual aid, solidarity and guarantee.

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Volunteering

An individual's use of their time, skills or resources for the benefit of society without expecting anything in return.

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Philanthropy

The transfer of resources to NGOs by natural or legal persons in the form of money, goods or services.

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Fundraising

The work NGOs do to generate resources through donations, grants and sponsorships in order to sustain their activities.

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Social Entrepreneurship

An entrepreneurial approach whose primary aim is to solve a social or environmental problem and which operates with a sustainable business model.

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