Institution
About TURKPOL
TURKPOL is a registered association in Poland focused on institutional cooperation between Türkiye and Poland. Our mission, governance framework, and public accountability are presented below.
Who we are
Türkiye–Poland cooperation platform
TURKPOL is a community-focused platform that strengthens ties between Türkiye and Poland. Individuals, businesses, and institutions use it to exchange ideas, share expertise, and build mutual growth — whether you are an entrepreneur, student, professional, or simply passionate about Turkish–Polish relations.
The association’s public programme spans networking, events and workshops, access to knowledge resources, and membership benefits tailored to students and professionals. Inclusivity, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing are central to how the community works.
Community
What we offer
Programme access and member-facing services described on the public site.
- Networking with peers, companies, and professionals interested in Turkish–Polish relations.
- Events and workshops that share practical knowledge and encourage substantive discussion.
- Access to articles, reports, and sector information on developments in the Turkish–Polish space.
- Membership benefits adapted to students, professionals, and others who want to stay informed.
Values
Why TURKPOL
Principles that shape participation and collaboration.
- Inclusivity: members from diverse backgrounds and professions are welcome.
- Collaboration: a place where ideas can turn into concrete initiatives.
- Knowledge-sharing: connect with experts and contribute to the growth of Turkish–Polish partnerships.
Strategy
Mission and vision
Summary from the association's public about narrative (body text below is in English).
History
Timeline (public record)
Condensed from the association's public history. For legal milestones, rely on the statute and registered filings.
2016
Founding
TURKPOL was established to develop cooperation and strengthen ties between Türkiye and Poland, first focusing on building a community of people committed to the relationship.
2017
Growing connections
Engagement expanded with stakeholders in both countries; the community grew across business, academia, and diplomacy.
2018
Knowledge exchange
Events, workshops, and forums supported discussion on developments, opportunities, and cultural exchange between the two countries.
2019
Formalisation
Structures were formalised and recognition grew as a platform for Turkish–Polish cooperation, with partnerships offering members valuable opportunities.
2020
Digital shift
Digital tools, virtual events, and webinars helped keep Turkish and Polish communities connected during global disruption.
2021
Membership programmes
Broader membership options addressed students, professionals, and others seeking access to resources and community benefits.
2022
Bridges for the future
The platform continued to anchor cooperative projects, cultural exchange, and business opportunities.
2023
Diplomacy and economic cooperation
Focus included high-level dialogue, economic matchmaking, innovation and culture, digital reach, and social-impact projects — with a view to sustained friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
2024
TURKPOL V.24
Building on prior years, the association continued diplomatic engagement, economic resilience, an innovation hub, cultural diplomacy, youth empowerment, global partnerships, digital transformation, and community support — under the public “V.24” renewal of structure and programmes.
Programme
Strategic programme pillars
TURKPOL’s public programme is organised around long-term cooperation themes reflected across the multilingual site:
Programme areas reflected on the public multilingual site (non-exhaustive).
- Diplomatic engagement
- Economic partnerships
- Innovation hub
- Cultural diplomacy
- Youth empowerment
- EU projects