A cooperation protocol has been signed between Erdemir, one of OYAK Mining Metallurgy companies, and the General Directorate of Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans under the Ministry of Family and Social Services for the “Encouraging Art and Living Through Art Program.” Within the scope of the project, Erdemir will provide all necessary materials for art courses to be organized for martyrs’ relatives and veterans in all 81 provinces of Türkiye.
Ereğli Iron and Steel Works Inc. (Erdemir), the flagship of Türkiye’s steel industry, has taken a meaningful step in line with its social responsibility vision. A cooperation protocol was signed between Erdemir and the General Directorate of Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans under the Ministry of Family and Social Services within the framework of the “Encouraging Art and Living Through Art Program.”
The signing ceremony was held in Ankara at the General Directorate of Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans. The protocol was signed by Serdar Başoğlu, Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of Erdemir, and Muharrem Kurt, Director General of Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans.
Art Courses for Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans in 81 Provinces
Under the signed protocol, Erdemir will provide financial support for the implementation of the Encouraging Art and Living Through Art Program and for the procurement of materials. All art supplies required by participants will be fully covered by Erdemir.
In courses to be opened across all 81 provinces of Türkiye, martyrs’ relatives and veterans will receive training in various branches of art. Through the artworks they create during the courses, participants will have the opportunity to express themselves while strengthening their self-confidence through the healing power of art and engaging more actively in social life.
The art courses will be conducted in coordination with Family Support Centers (ADEM) affiliated with the Ministry of Family and Social Services, Public Education Centers, municipalities, universities, and Youth Centers in various provinces.
“We Stand by Our Heroes and Their Families”
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Serdar Başoğlu, Member of the Board of Directors and Executive Director of Erdemir, stated:
“This project is a strong indication that the OYAK Group, which has grown through dedication and hard work, continues to assume responsibility for martyrs’ relatives and our veterans. As one of Türkiye’s largest industrial enterprises, we prioritize projects that generate social value and align with the values of our nation.”
Başoğlu continued:
“Beyond being Türkiye’s leading integrated steel producer, Erdemir has embraced the mission of being a strong corporate citizen that makes a meaningful impact on society. We will continue to closely follow this project, which will deliver the unifying and healing power of art to the families of our heroes, and sustain our support to ensure it reaches even wider audiences.”
Director General of Martyrs’ Relatives and Veterans Muharrem Kurt also emphasized the significance of the project at the ceremony:
“The entrusted families of our martyrs and our veterans hold the most distinguished place in the heart of our State. This project, which strengthens their participation in social life through the healing power of art, is an exemplary model of public-private sector cooperation. We thank Erdemir for this meaningful support.”
