Erkan Alaca, who has been working with the homeless in Turkey and opened a homeless shelter with the Erdemliler Dayanışması Derneği in 2015, notes an increase in the number of young homeless people, with estimates reaching 10,000 in the last year. He highlights the concept of 'hidden homeless,' individuals who do not appear homeless by their attire and may be encountered in social settings or public transport. Alaca criticizes the Muslim community and the Diyanet for not opening mosques to the homeless, despite previous calls to do so. The article also shares the stories of Yusuf Bey and Hayri Bey, who have faced homelessness due to various personal and health issues. The lack of social welfare and support for the homeless in Turkey is a central theme, with the government and religious institutions being criticized for their inaction.

Rom-An, directed and written by Oğuzhan Yıldız, is considered Turkey's first classical music film and is preparing for the festival circuit. The film portrays the inner world and talents of the Romani people, diverging from their typical comedic representation in media. It tells the story of Rom Alican, an orphan with a photographic memory, and his friendship with Leyla, a famous violin virtuoso who has lost her will to live after the loss of her child. Yıldız emphasizes the cultural contributions of the Romani people and aims to change the perception of them through this film. Rom-An is set to compete in international film festivals and is expected to be released in Turkey in January.

During the 56th commemoration ceremonies of Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli, Arife Ana, known as the 'Bride of Hünkâr', shared her experiences and the history of Alevism, including her family's interactions with Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. She recounted Atatürk's visit to Hacıbektaş in 1919 and the subsequent volunteer recruitment by her father-in-law, Ahmet Cemalettin Çelebi. Arife Ana also spoke about the tolerance inherent in Alevism, despite past persecutions marked by the signaling of their doors. She converted her gold headdress into a guesthouse for those who revere Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli. The previous municipal government fined her for the guesthouse, but she won the court case, emphasizing her commitment to humanity over retaliation. Arife Ana's message to the youth is to love and respect each other, avoid violence, and cherish their cultural and religious heritage.

Veteran journalist Hıfzı Topuz, in an interview with Euronews Turkish on World Press Freedom Day, discusses the state of press freedom in Turkey, the situation of imprisoned journalists, and the relationship between the judiciary and press freedom. He recounts historical periods of press censorship in Turkey, contrasting them with the current situation where he claims press freedom no longer exists. Topuz criticizes the ruling party's control over media, citing the Anadolu Agency's actions on election night as evidence of media suppression. He also references the Reporters Without Borders' statement that Turkey has become the world's largest journalist prison and encourages journalists to resist and not succumb to oppressive forces.

The Roma community in Turkey, estimated to be between 2.75 and 5 million, holds significant electoral potential, which is recognized during local elections. As the March 31 local elections approach, Roma leaders express their expectations for genuine engagement and improvement in living conditions, rather than the superficial and transient attention they typically receive. Elmas Arus of the Zero Discrimination Association criticizes the temporary nature of political interest in Roma neighborhoods, which are often neglected post-election. Bahattin Turnalı, a member of the CHP, highlights the lack of representation and the unrealistic promises made to the Roma, particularly regarding urban transformation. Journalist and Roma rights advocate Hacer Foggo condemns the tokenistic approach of political parties and emphasizes the need for sustainable projects to address deep poverty within the Roma community. The article underscores the Roma's desire for fair and rights-based services from local governments, including housing, employment, education, and health care, beyond the election period.

11-year-old activist Atlas Sarrafoğlu has responded to Greta Thunberg's call to action from Turkey, urging children to support climate actions. Atlas, inspired by Thunberg, is raising awareness about climate change and its impacts, such as melting glaciers and sinking islands. He emphasizes the urgency of addressing the climate crisis and believes that a well-preserved environment is a more valuable legacy than money. Atlas is also working on a comic book about the climate crisis and plans to continue protesting for environmental protection.

Sivil Sayfalar is an organization established with the goal of overcoming the introspective state of civil society and increasing its impact. The organization aims to make the experience of civil society visible to the media, public administration, politics, the world of opinion, and other NGOs through civil society journalism. It seeks to provide a platform for spokespersons of the civil society world to participate in discussions and to initiate new debates.

Selim İleri, a prolific figure in contemporary Turkish literature, celebrates his 50th year in the arts, having written numerous works across various genres. In an interview, he shares his passion for writing, which began with Reşat Nuri Güntekin's story 'Kirazlar' at age nine. İleri prefers writing novels, despite also writing poetry, and admits to periods when he feels disconnected from writing. He continues to use a typewriter, ordering ribbons from England, and does not use a computer. İleri also discusses his efforts to bring forgotten literary figures back into the spotlight and his views on modern adaptations of literary works. He praises the novel 'Bîhaber' by Fatih Baha Aydın and encourages readers to explore beyond contemporary literature. İleri does not intend to stop writing and still feels a youthful spirit within him.

Şermin Yaşar reconnects with readers through her book 'Tarihi Hoşça Kal Lokantası', which compiles stories she has written for children and adults alike. The book features 29 stories about ordinary people facing life's challenges, such as a grandmother pressured into dieting, a retired man losing his pension to shopping, and a geography teacher unable to cope with abandonment. Yaşar expresses a fondness for the story 'Nasip' and discusses the themes of fate and resignation prevalent in Anatolian culture. She also shares anecdotes about her writing process and the importance of perseverance in her craft.