About Us
Who We Are?
Kahramanmaraş Tradespeople and Artisans Mutual Aid and Education Foundation (KESYEV) was established to contribute to the economic, social and vocational development of our tradespeople and artisans.
Kahramanmaraş Tradespeople and Artisans Mutual Aid and Education Foundation (KESYEV) is a social solidarity foundation established to strengthen the culture of unity, togetherness and mutual aid among our tradespeople and artisans.
Our Foundation aims to support tradespeople and families facing economic hardship, to contribute to young people’s education, to encourage vocational development, and to increase social solidarity through social responsibility projects.
Aiming to carry Kahramanmaraş’s deep-rooted trade tradition into the future, KESYEV operates with an approach that keeps the culture of sharing alive, prioritizes social benefit, and produces sustainable projects.
Thanks to the contributions of our generous citizens, the support of our volunteers, and strong partnerships with institutions, we aim to reach more people.
Our Approach
Our Mission
Guided by the culture of Ahilik, our mission is to support the social, cultural and economic development of our tradespeople and artisans, and to build a sustainable bridge of solidarity within our tradesperson community through the power of mutual aid and education.
Our Vision
To build a pioneering ecosystem for the development of tradespeople and for social solidarity, by blending traditional tradesperson ethics with the dynamics of the modern age.
Our Values
- The Spirit of Ahilik and Professional Ethics: Loyalty to a deep-rooted heritage built on honesty, integrity and productivity in trade.
- Social Solidarity and Mutual Aid: Standing by our tradespeople and their families in difficult times, preserving social unity.
- Equal Opportunity in Education: Ensuring uninterrupted access to education for the children of tradespeople, girls and young people through scholarship programs.
- Continuous Development: Preparing our tradespeople and artisans for tomorrow’s economy through vocational training.