Supported by the Ministry of Interior Directorate General of Relations with Civil Society, with the scientific consultancy of Üsküdar Üniversitesi and carried out by the Değerli Hayatlar Eğitim Derneği (DEHADER), Family Mentoring Trainings were organized within the scope of the “365 Days Family” Project. The comprehensive five-day programs in Malatya were completed with intense participation and interest. The project, implemented under the scientific consultancy of Üsküdar Üniversitesi Founding Rector Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan, also holds the distinction of being the first in Family Mentoring in Turkey.
Malatya Deputy Governor Ahmet Korkmaz, Ministry of Interior Directorate of Relations with Civil Society Head Mehmet Fatih Günay, Yeşilyurt Mayor Prof. Dr. İlhan Geçit, Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Ebubekir Kayhan, Değerli Hayatlar Eğitim Derneği (DEHADER) President Mine Yeter, academicians and guidance counselors attended the opening ceremony held in Malatya.
During the comprehensive five-day program, guidance counselors and local government representatives gathered to receive practical training on family communication, parenting skills, crisis management, digital awareness, psychosocial support, and social participation.
Dr. Nebiye Yaşar: “We aim to empower every family as a school, every parent as a life guide”
The scientific coordination of the trainings was carried out by Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Nebiye Yaşar, Üsküdar Üniversitesi Social Contribution Coordinator and Young Brains Academy Director. Clinical Psychologist Edibe Serra Erol conducted the family workshop sessions.
Emphasizing the project's impact on social transformation, Yaşar stated; “Family mentoring is much more than just training. It is the beginning of a value-based transformation at the heart of society. Each family member gaining awareness in their inner world is the first step towards establishing healthy bonds in relationships. With this project, we aim to empower every family as a school, every parent as a life guide.”
Experience-based learning model applied
In the sessions where participants took an active role, an experience-based learning model was applied through case analyses, group work, empathy exercises, and role-playing.
In the evaluations conducted at the end of the training, participants stated that the program made significant contributions to both their personal and professional development.
Prof. Dr. İlhan Geçit: “The path to a strong society goes through strong families”
Malatya Yeşilyurt Mayor Prof. Dr. İlhan Geçit drew attention to the importance of the project. Geçit stated; “We are implementing the 2025 Family Year vision, announced by our President, with a model that will set an example for all of Turkey, starting from Yeşilyurt. Family is the most fundamental institution where individuals grow with love, compassion, and belonging. The path to a strong society goes through strong families. Family Mentoring trainings are the most concrete indicator of this understanding.”
A new vision is being brought to the family
The project, carried out under the auspices of the Malatya Governorship and in cooperation with the Yeşilyurt Municipality, also makes a strong contribution to the “2025 Family Year” vision announced by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The project, which strengthens social solidarity and scientifically supports family values, will be extended throughout Turkey in line with Üsküdar Üniversitesi's Social Contribution vision.
Family mentoring in Turkey for the first time under the scientific consultancy of Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan…
Family mentoring is being carried out for the first time in Turkey under the scientific consultancy of Üsküdar Üniversitesi Founding Rector Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan, and within this scope, Tarhan's videos on family topics will be disseminated throughout Turkey every week with the support of the Malatya Governorship. Furthermore, Tarhan's books on family topics will be gifted with Tarhan's signature to guidance counselors who have received “Family Mentoring Training.”