Education

Education is the pivotal service field in the movement. More than a thousand non-religious educational initiatives exist in Turkey and some hundred forty countries in the world.

“If we do not plant the seeds of love in the hearts of young people, whom we try to revive through science, knowledge, and modern culture, they will never attain moral perfection.” – F. Gülen, Pearls of Wisdom

The Gülen-inspired schools are non-religious private institutions sponsored by generous entrepreneurs, altruistic educators, and dedicated parents. Using cutting-edge instructional technology and having demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, many of these schools rank among the most prestigious in their countries. Each school follows the curriculum of the host country, with a majority of the subjects taught in English. The schools provide scholarships for students who cannot afford the tuition. As many people have observed, Gülen-inspired schools are symbols of peaceful coexistence and dedication to the service of humanity. They also serve as an environment for intercultural, interethnic, and interfaith harmony, especially in conflict-ridden regions such as the Philippines, Macedonia, Afghanistan, Northern Iraq, Bosnia, and Kenya.

There are several Gülen-inspired universities in Turkey and abroad. They are private universities supported by foundations, and with their academic achievements, stand in service of their respective nations and humanity in general.

The Gülen-inspired dormitories are distinguished facilities where students can live and study together under the tutelage of dedicated teachers. These residencies provide living arrangements, especially for those who cannot afford room and board, in addition to tuition and books.

The Gülen-inspired preparatory courses are among the best in Turkey. They prepare students for the state exams mandatory for all students who wish to attend science high schools and universities. All these course-centers provide scholarships for students who cannot afford the tuition.

Many tutoring centers and reading rooms have been set up by Gülen-inspired charitable foundations, especially in south-eastern Turkey, where the youth and women have fewer opportunities to pursue higher education. These centers and rooms are free and open to everyone. The teachers working there are all volunteers.

Fethullah Gulen – man of education, peace and dialogue – passes away

“With sorrowful hearts and humble acceptance of Allah’s will, we share the news of the departure of Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi from this temporal world.” Chestnut Retreat Center where Mr. Gulen resided since 1999 announced.

Fethullah Gülen’s Condolence Message for South African Human Rights Defender Archbishop Desmond Tutu

I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who has been an advocate for human rights and equality throughout his life in his native South Africa and around the world.
– Fethullah Gulen

Hizmet Movement Declares Core Values with Unified Voice

The Alliance for Shared Values (AfSV), a U.S.-based non-profit representing regional Hizmet organizations, together with many other Hizmet-affiliated nonprofits around the world, published a landmark document that helps define and guide the civil society movement’s activities for years to come.

Ankara systematically tortures supporters of Gülen movement, Kurds, Turkey Tribunal rapporteurs say

The Turkey Tribunal, a civil society-led, symbolic international tribunal established to adjudicate recent human rights violations in Turkey, started proceedings in Geneva on Monday where rapporteurs pointed to the use of systematic torture by the government against alleged members of the faith-based Gülen movement and Kurds.

Erdogan possessed by Pharaoh, Herod, Hitler spirits?

In the first chapter of his book: “A Genocide in the Making?” Zooming on “Erdogan’s regime crackdown on the Gulen Movement”, Dr. Bulent Kenes clearly refers to “genocide” as a set of “systematic violent crimes committed against groups with the intent to terminate their existence.”

Devious Use of International Organizations to Persecute Dissidents Abroad: The Erdogan Case

The signatory states and their courts need to decide where their loyalty lies: With the authoritarian Erdogan government or with the human rights and judicial guarantees solemnly enshrined in their respective constitutions?

A “Controlled Coup”: Erdogan’s Contribution to the Autocrats’ Playbook

Appearing on TV that night, Erdogan claimed no pre-knowledge of the incident and immediately blamed Gulen supporters in the military. However, Western governments and observers were not convinced. Experts noted the implausibility of a civilian living on another continent organizing a military coup and not being detected by U.S., Turkish or other intelligence agencies.