Between Legal Limbo and Irregularity

The Association for Solidarity with Refugees regularly organizes focus group
workshops with underrepresented and disadvantaged groups within the migrant, asylum
seeker, and refugee communities. These small-scale, in-depth meetings are conducted
in private, secure environments, ensuring participants feel comfortable and safe to share
their experiences. The primary objective of these sessions is to gain a deeper
understanding of the unique challenges and struggles faced by these vulnerable groups.
In addition, the insights gathered from these discussions play a crucial role in shaping
and guiding the organization’s strategies for providing targeted support and services to
migrants and refugees. By fostering an inclusive dialogue, the Association ensures that
the voices of the most marginalized individuals are heard, helping to create tailored
programs that address their specific needs, advocate for their rights, and promote their
well-being. The workshops also serve as a platform for community building,
empowerment, and the development of solutions that reflect the lived realities of those
often left out of larger conversations.

This thematic report was developed based on the discussions held during these
meetings. While the issues covered do not encompass the views or experiences of all
focus group participants, similar groups, or individuals across Turkey, the report aims to
provide a snapshot of the situation and highlight the challenges faced by the
disadvantaged groups in focus.