Legislator, mayor junk terrorist link claim vs Fil-Turkish NGO

Sen. Joseph Victor Ejercito has joined religious organizations and the San Juan City government in expressing support for a non-governmental organization (NGO) operating schools in the country that the Turkish Ambassador had accused of having links to terrorism.

NGO accused of terror links gets more expressions of support

Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito and the San Juan City government have expressed support for a nongovernment organization (NGO) operating schools in the country that Turkish Ambassador Esra Cankorur had accused of links to terrorism.

Religious leaders in Philippines defend Turkish NGOs being linked to terrorism

De La Salle Philippines president Bro. Armin Luistro and leaders of religious groups on Tuesday expressed support to two non-government organizations being linked to terrorist organizations, noting the NGOs’ track records in peace-building.

Chief General Eduardo Año: We don’t consider Gulen movement a terror group

Armed Forces chief General Eduardo Año has confirmed that the movement linked to Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen is not labeled as a terror group.

Drooling over everything Turkish

Considering the significance of communication in the foundation of friendship, a Turkish community stage a cultural night to create a platform in reaching out as many Filipinos through undertaking a one-night event.

Filipino-Turkish educational group gives out beef amid terror threats

Even with reports of terror threats in Davao City, a Filipino-Turkish educational group pursued their beef-sharing event on Monday, September 12, to celebrate peace and unity in the city.

Turkish school sacrifices over 150 cows for Eid al Adha

More than 150 cows were slaughtered yesterday morning by the Filipino Turkish Tolerance School in commemoration of Eid al Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice.

Dr. Sison: Fethullah Gülen is a pioneer of peace

Speaking at a conference held the Philippines' 400-year-old university, University of Santo Tomas, Dr. Lilian Sison, the Dean of International Relations Department of the University of Santo Tomas, indicated that Fethullah Gülen, a well-respected Turkish-Islamic scholar, is a pioneer of peace.

Kimse Yok Mu, Philippines sign agreement to further aid cooperation

Turkish charity organization Kimse Yok Mu (KYM) has signed a landmark agreement with the Philippine government, paving way for close cooperation between the two entities to further aid, education and development efforts in the two countries.

Targeted by Erdoğan, Turkish schools earn praise, offer success abroad

Turkish schools established by educational volunteers affiliated with a movement inspired by teachings of Turkish scholar Fethullah Gülen receive widespread praise due to the quality of education they provide internationally, but for months they have been targeted by the Turkish president.

Philippine army presents honor award to Turkish charity for 3rd time

Civilian Operations Command of Philippines army presented honor award to Turkish Kimse Yok Mu charity organization for its serious efforts and aid deliveries in the country.

As Hagupit Strikes the Philippines ASYA Group of Kimse Yok Mu put on full alert

Typhoon Hagupit which was slammed into Philippines on Friday with 175 km/h velocity forced 2.5 million people to leave their homes. Turkish charity of Kimse Yok Mu’s ASYA search and rescue team representative held a press conference in Istanbul on Monday about the disaster and give critical information about latest situation in the locations which have been severely hit by typhoon Hagupit.

Filipino - Turkish Tolerance School students excel in ICAS 2014 exam, Ten others top in campus journalism

At least nineteen students of the Filipino - Turkish Tolerance School (FTTS) have excelled in Mathematics, Science and English during an examination given by the International Competition Assessment for Schools (ICAS).

Turkish group among first to send aid to ‘Yolanda’ victims

MANILA, Philippines–Unknown to many Filipinos, a Turkish aid organization was among the first to respond to the devastation caused by Super Typhoon “Yolanda” (international name: Haiyan) in Eastern Visayas last year.

Former Filipino deputy: Great that we have Kimse Yok Mu

Speaking at the first anniversary of the Haiyan typhoon, the most devastating one in the Philippines’ history, the former Filipino deputy Chua thanked Kimse Yok Mu for its aid and relief efforts. “Great that we have you and Turkey. On behalf of my country, I would like to thank KYM. You’ve never left us alone since the very first day. Many organizations left here after two weeks but you didn’t.” Chua said.

Child victims to be affected by smear campaign against KYM

The smear campaign conducted by the Justice and Development Party (AK Party) government against Kimse Yok Mu (Is Anybody There) -- a charity run by the Hizmet movement inspired by prominent Turkish scholar Fethullah Gülen -- will affect the children, including victims of sexual assault, staying in the Women's Shelter of Tacloban City in the Philippines.

Turkish charity delivers sacrificial meat to 30,000 families in Philippines

Turkish aid organization of Kimse Yok Mu volunteers distributed sacrificial meat to 30,000 Filipino families during Eid al-Adha holiday.

Kimse Yok Mu’s permanent assistance continues in the Philippines

Kimse Yok Mu Foundation has been carrying on its relief efforts for the locals ever since the Haiyan typhoon hit the city of Tacloban last November. The foundation renovated a school building left in rubble after the disaster and supplied drinking water by establishing 10 water wells across the region. It has been unceasingly channeling the aid donations from Turkish people to the victims over the past year. The initial target was 50 water wells and 10 of them are now at the service of the locals. Moreover, “Make a Living” project is already well underway, providing professional training on catering, sanitary, clothing, beauty care and computer hardware services licensing trainees to start business across the country.

Filipino military awards Turkish high school for peace initiatives

The Armed Forces of the Philippines have recognized the Filipino-Turkish Tolerance School in Zamboanga for their contribution to peace in the region.

Philippines’ Turkish school partners in a social project

The Philippines’ Gendarmerie, The Philippines Turkish Chamber of Commerce and International Fountain Schools came together for a solidarity project entitled “Cultural and Social Solidarity.”