A new concept social facility named ‘Sempati’ was put into service in Bahçelievler district of Istanbul where young people with down syndrome work. They served tea to the guest during the opening event. It is the 4th public facility opened in the district, and it will be operated by the municipality. Seven children with down syndrome will work at the facility, Bahçelievler mayor Dr. Hakan Bahadır said, and added that the business will not be for profit. The people with down syndrome working at the facility expressed their happiness and pleasure for working in the facility.
Philography Artist from Türkiye Earns National Recognition
Ayhan Güneş, one of only eight philography artists in Türkiye certified by the Ministry of Culture, represents Elazığ in national and international exhibitions. Güneş has produced more than 500 works since being introduced by the craft in 2013 and now works from his own studio.
He describes philography as a wire-and-nail technique with Ottoman roots, often used for rehabilitation programs. Güneş also teaches children through a social responsibility project that brings art activities to village schools. He says the project, “There’s Art Far Away,” aims to introduce art to students in remote areas and preserve cultural heritage.
Rıdvan Yeşilırmak
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