We introduce ourselves

The German-Turkish Society wants to provide German decision-makers in particular with a deeper understanding of the rich and fascinating Turkish culture, the country's political situation and the great potential for economic relations. The friendly relationship between Germany and Turkey that has existed for decades should be consolidated and further developed.

For us, international understanding based on mutual interest and respect is the best basis for peaceful coexistence in Germany. The German-Turkish Society therefore supports the many Turkish associations and organizations that want to combine the cultivation of their own culture with the integration into German society that is desirable for both sides. The large number and diversity of German-Turkish clubs and societies in many regions and federal states shows how much the great solidarity between our countries has long been reflected in social coexistence. The German-Turkish Society eV, based in Berlin, in no way wants to replace these important initiatives, but rather to supplement their valuable work through trusting cooperation with a previously non-existent nationwide presence and impact. In addition to personal memberships, we also welcome memberships from clubs and societies.


The German-Turkish Society eV will initiate lectures, seminars, symposiums and cultural events in accordance with its corporate purpose. It will establish and breathe life into institutional collaborations and also pursue its goals through publications and active communication work. One focus will be the regular organization of a large nationwide conference, to which the numerous German-Turkish initiatives in Germany will also be invited. This is intended to serve the exchange among each other and to ensure the greatest possible public interest for our common cause.


The society will also establish an annual prize for special contributions to German-Turkish relations. This award will be called the Tarabya Prize and will therefore refer to the former summer residence of the imperial ambassadors of Germany to the Ottoman Empire, located in Istanbul directly on the Bosphorus. This charming ensemble of wooden houses in the old Bosphorus summer house style has now come back to life. The large park area is not only home to a military cemetery from the First World War, but is also home to an artists' academy that was set up by members of the German Bundestag with the support of the Foreign Ministry. In the future, artists from Germany will live and work here for a longer period of time and will take and convey their impressions of the fascinating metropolis on the Bosphorus with them to Germany. The German-Turkish Chamber of Commerce is also located in Tarabya as an important contact point for German and Turkish companies. This interplay of culture and business makes the traditional town on the banks of the Bosphorus the ideal namesake for a new and renowned award.


The German-Turkish Society wants to start and achieve many things. In order to achieve our ambitious goals, we rely on the knowledge, ideas and commitment of our members and partners. Everyone who feels committed to German-Turkish understanding and to strengthening political, economic and cultural relations between our countries and people is warmly invited to participate.


The board

2009

founding

13

Recorded successes

20

Collaborations

15

members

Our goal

The aim and purpose of the society is to promote the idea of international understanding and to improve relations between Germany and Turkey. This is to be achieved by promoting interest in knowledge about Turkey and deepening German-Turkish relations on a personal level in such a way that cultural and social ties are strengthened and integration is promoted.


In addition, the dialogue between other associations and organizations that pursue comparable charitable goals should be supported and promoted. The society is non-partisan. As far as religious and party-political topics are dealt with, it refrains from any religious and party-political activities or assessments. No one is disadvantaged or favored because of their religion, origin, race or gender.

The statutes

  • § 1 Name and location of the association

    § 1

  • § 2 Purpose and tasks

    § 2

  • § 3 Non-profit status

    § 3

  • § 4 Membership

    § 4

  • § 5 Ordinary membership

    § 5

  • § 6 Honorary membership

    At the suggestion of the board or individual members, people who have made special contributions to the society or the goals it pursues can be appointed honorary members by the general meeting. After accepting the appointment, honorary members have all the rights of a full member.

  • § 7 Supporting membership

    The status of supporting member is acquired by resolution of the board and declaration of acceptance by the supporting member. Supporting members undertake to support the association financially in the amount of at least ten times the annual membership fee. Otherwise, the supporting members have the same rights and obligations as the full members.

  • § 8 Memberships of clubs and organizations

    Clubs and other organizations eligible to become members can become members. A resolution of the board of directors is required to accept an association or other organization eligible for membership. The amount of the membership fee is set by the board of directors, contrary to Section 10 of the statutes. In addition, they have all the rights and obligations of a full member.

  • § 9 Termination of membership

    Membership ends

  • § 10 Membership fee

    The amount of the membership fee is determined by the general meeting at the suggestion of the board. Section 8 of the statutes remains unaffected. Supporting members make their contribution in accordance with their declared commitment. Honorary members are exempt from payment.

  • § 11 Association bodies

    The association's bodies are the board, the general meeting and the board of trustees.

  • § 12 The Board of Directors

    The following board members are elected by the general meeting for a period of two years:

  • § 13 General Meeting (General Meeting)

    The general meeting is the highest body of the association. The ordinary general meeting takes place once a year. The board must invite the members to the regular general meeting at least 4 weeks in advance by simple letter, stating the date, the agenda and the meeting location. The agenda must be announced.

  • § 13 a Resolution

    Every member (including a club or organization) has one vote. Written voting by a member not present is permitted.

  • § 14 Board of Trustees

    The members of the Board of Trustees are appointed and dismissed by the Board of Directors. The board of trustees advises the board.

  • § 15 Fiscal Year

    The fiscal year begins with the calendar year on January 1st and ends on December 31st. The first financial year begins with entry in the association register.

  • § 16 Dissolution of the company

    The dissolution of the company can only be decided at a general meeting on whose agenda the dissolution of the company is announced. The resolution to dissolve can only be passed if at least 2/3 of all members are present. The resolution requires a majority of ¾ of those entitled to vote present. Otherwise, a second meeting must be held on the same day, which can decide with a simple majority regardless of the number of those present if this is announced in the invitation.

  • § 17 Miscellaneous

    Should the notary or the registry court consider changes to the submitted text of the statutes to be necessary, both the president and his deputies, each with sole power of representation, are authorized to have these changes made and registered in the association register.

  • § 18 Entry into force

    (1) The above statutes came into force after the constituent resolution of the general meeting on March 3, 2009 on the day of entry in the association register.