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The Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV) is an independent, non-governmental think tank established in 1994, aimed at devising policy suggestions for unresolved social and political issues. It is recognized for its liberal economic stance that opposes government intervention. | The Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV) is an independent, non-governmental [[think tank]] established in 1994, aimed at devising policy suggestions for unresolved social and political issues. It is recognized for its liberal economic stance that opposes government intervention. | ||
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==Focus== | ==Focus== | ||
In terms of focus, TESEV addresses the most pressing policy concerns faced by Turkey and its neighboring regions in the new century. Its programs are categorized into three main areas: Democratization, Foreign Policy, and Good Governance. Noteworthy projects include studies on the relationship between Islam and democracy, anti-corruption efforts, state reform, and enhancing transparency and accountability. Current projects also encompass security sector reform, minority and citizenship rights, boosting civil society, and addressing issues related to Cyprus, the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey's relations with the European Union. | In terms of focus, TESEV addresses the most pressing policy concerns faced by [[Turkey]] and its neighboring regions in the new century. Its programs are categorized into three main areas: Democratization, Foreign Policy, and Good Governance. Noteworthy projects include studies on the relationship between [[Islam]] and democracy, anti-corruption efforts, state reform, and enhancing transparency and accountability. Current projects also encompass security sector reform, minority and citizenship rights, boosting civil society, and addressing issues related to [[Cyprus]], [[the Middle East]], North [[Africa]], and [[Turkey]]'s relations with the [[European Union]]. | ||
==Featured Topics== | ==Featured Topics== | ||
Some of the Featured Topics<ref>Official website</ref> of the foundation are: | Some of the Featured Topics<ref>Official website</ref> of the foundation are: | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
The Economic and Social Studies Conference Committee, founded in 1961 under the leadership of Dr. Nejat F. Eczacıbaşı, was a pioneer in creating platforms for open discussion on various topics and played a significant role in aiding decision-makers by organizing conferences, panels, and meetings, along with producing related publications. By the 1990s, as the era's dynamics signaled a need for new initiatives that went beyond previous efforts, similar projects aimed at developing policy recommendations based on research began to emerge in various universities and NGOs. This drive for change and innovation led to the decision in 1994 to transform the Conference Committee into a think tank named the Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV), leveraging its rich experience and intellectual resources. | The Economic and Social Studies Conference Committee, founded in 1961 under the leadership of Dr. Nejat F. Eczacıbaşı, was a pioneer in creating platforms for open discussion on various topics and played a significant role in aiding decision-makers by organizing conferences, panels, and meetings, along with producing related publications. By the 1990s, as the era's dynamics signaled a need for new initiatives that went beyond previous efforts, similar projects aimed at developing policy recommendations based on research began to emerge in various universities and NGOs. This drive for change and innovation led to the decision in 1994 to transform the Conference Committee into a [[think tank]] named the Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV), leveraging its rich experience and intellectual resources. | ||
From its inception in 1994 to 2004, TESEV produced important reports addressing poverty, economic issues, and sectoral policies. In early 2004, with a slight shift in focus, TESEV reorganized its work under three main categories: Democratization, Good Governance and Transparency, and Foreign Policy. At the Regular General Assembly held in February 2015, a new Executive Board was elected and a new research team was formed. At this time, two additional areas of focus were introduced: Social Inequalities and Inclusion, as well as Sustainable Development, resulting in a concentration on urban governance and gender equality. In an era where the production and dissemination of information are greatly shaped by technological advancements, TESEV has emphasized its data-driven digital policy tools designed to enhance urban policy. | From its inception in 1994 to 2004, TESEV produced important reports addressing poverty, economic issues, and sectoral policies. In early 2004, with a slight shift in focus, TESEV reorganized its work under three main categories: Democratization, Good Governance and Transparency, and Foreign Policy. At the Regular General Assembly held in February 2015, a new Executive Board was elected and a new research team was formed. At this time, two additional areas of focus were introduced: Social Inequalities and Inclusion, as well as Sustainable Development, resulting in a concentration on urban governance and gender equality. In an era where the production and dissemination of information are greatly shaped by technological advancements, TESEV has emphasized its data-driven digital policy tools designed to enhance urban policy. | ||
Since 2012, TESEV has received high rankings among think tanks for both regional and global public policy impact, leading all Turkish think | Since 2012, TESEV has received high rankings among [[think tanks]] for both regional and global public policy impact, leading all Turkish [[think tank]]s in these assessments.<ref>Official website</ref> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||