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Advocates of Silenced Turkey (AST) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the New Jersey, U.S. (EIN: 83-1568246). Since 2018, we’ve advocated for human rights, religious freedom, and the rule of law in Turkey. You can verify our legitimacy on public registries like GuideStar or Charity Navigator.
AST was established in response to the 2016 purge in Turkey, which targeted thousands of teachers, journalists, civil servants, and dissidents.
AST stands for Advocates of Silenced Turkey, a nonprofit defending human rights and democracy in Turkey.
No. AST is completely independent. We are not affiliated with any political party, religious group, or activist movement. Our focus is humanitarian—defending victims of injustice, regardless of belief or background.
Yes. We maintain a documentation archive—legal records, testimonies, media references—that can be shared with trusted outlets and academics upon request.
Our reports contain survivor testimonies, legal analyses, data visuals, and real stories of persecution and displacement. They’re a mix of hard evidence and human-centered narratives.
100% yes. Our reports are free to the public. We believe human rights info should never be behind a paywall. You can download directly.
AST is trying to raise awareness and share the truth. By collecting and publishing these cases, they hope to bring attention to the injustices, push for international support, and help protect human rights.
Nope. You will not receive any further emails. If you would like to receive updates or newly released reports, you may subscribe to our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time with one click. We respect your inbox.
The reports mention things like unfair trials, torture in prisons, secret detentions, and people losing their jobs without reason. Some were jailed just for using certain apps or working at certain schools.
Many are regular citizens — teachers, doctors, mothers, students, and public workers. A lot of them were punished simply because of their beliefs, where they worked, or who they were connected to.
Yes, AST uses court documents, family testimonies, legal records, and media reports. They carefully check details and cross-reference sources before publishing each case.
After the 2016 coup attempt, the Turkish government blamed many groups and individuals for being involved — even if they had no real connection. As a result, thousands of people were arrested, often just for their beliefs, jobs, or associations.
90% of funds directly support programs like reports, documentaries, survivor exhibitions, legal advocacy, and awareness campaigns. We keep administrative costs intentionally low to maximize impact. Our annual program and year-end report provide detailed information about how much is allocated to each program.
Yes. All donations are tax-deductible for U.S. taxpayers. After donating, you’ll receive a receipt to use for tax filing. AST is registered under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code.
Yes, we can provide you with a donation receipt summarizing your total contributions at the end of the year.
Absolutely. We share annual financials, impact reports, and summaries showing how funds are used. These are available on our website and nonprofit directories like GuideStar.
Our year-end report located at the accountability page of our website outlines all our programs along with the corresponding budgets. In addition, our annual Form 990, filed with the IRS, includes the same financial details, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Yes. Your privacy is non-negotiable. Donations are processed securely and encrypted. We never sell or share your data—and you may donate anonymously if you choose.
Books, videos, reports, and testimonies from the project are available at silencedturkey.org, under the “What We Do” menu on our website, and on our social media platforms.
Stories are selected based on their authenticity, documentation, and relevance to human rights violations. Narrators must volunteer and accept ethical publishing principles.
Currently, the Book Publications project primarily focuses on human rights violations in Turkey. However, as a universal human rights initiative, it may expand to other regions in the future.
You can apply through our website and support the project in areas such as research, translation, writing, graphic design, or social media.
You can contribute by donating, volunteering, or helping spread awareness through social media. Simply sharing these stories within your network also makes a big difference.
Yes, all stories shared within the Book Publications project are based on real-life experiences. Interviews are conducted ethically and are published with the narrators’ consent.
The Book Publications project aims to amplify the voices of victims while also addressing researchers, journalists, human rights defenders, and the general public who are interested in human rights.
The Book Publications project is a project initiated by AST to document the stories of individuals who have been subjected to political oppression and human rights violations, and to raise global awareness about these injustices.
Absolutely. You can:
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By supporting AST, sharing verified stories, volunteering skills, and urging policymakers to pressure the Turkish government.
You can support AST by volunteering, sharing their reports, citing their work, or helping organize awareness events. Learn more by reaching us at [email protected]
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