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Fethullah Gülen sur Le Monde: « L’échec de l’expérience démocratique turque n’est pas dû à l’adhésion aux valeurs islamiques mais à leur trahison »

Contrairement àce que démontre le pouvoir autoritaire d’Erdogan en Turquie, il est possible deconstruire une démocratie musulmane respectueuse de l’Etat de droit, défend,dans une tribune au « Monde », l’opposant exilé aux Etats-Unis. Il fut un temps où la...

Gulen on Le Monde: “Islam is Compatible with Democracy, Despite Turkey’s Recent Example”

For the original French version  Turkey was hailed as an example for a modern Muslimdemocracy during the early 2000s. The current ruling party that came to powerin 2002 implemented reforms that were aligned with the European Union’sdemocratic standards and the...

Round Table Discussion & Book Signing “Between Thought and Action: An Intellectual Biography of Fethullah Gülen” with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes

On October 17, 2024, Professor Ori Z. Soltes presented his book, Between Thought & Action: An Intellectual Biography of Fethullah Gülen, focusing on the Hizmet (Service) Movement and Fethullah Gülen. Professor Soltes teaches at Georgetown University, where his...

Anticipating the Trump Effect: Strengthening the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum Amid Populist Pressures

This policy paper analyzes the potential effects of the 2024 US presidential election on EU politics, particularly the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. A Trump victory may intensify Euroscepticism and lead to more restrictive migration policies among his European...

Condolences on the Passing of Mr Fethullah Gülen, 21/10/2024

With grieving hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Fethullah Gülen from this world. Mr Gulen was an exceptional figure who served as a source of faith, wisdom, and spiritual inspiration for Hizmet volunteers and countless people around the world. After a period of...

A Future-Focused EU: Highlights from the Post-Election Event on June 26 in Brussels

Brussels, June 27, 2024 A fresh, stimulating and dynamic discussion on the future of the European Union (EU) was held yesterday at STAM Europa in Brussels. Organised by Stand Up for Europe in collaboration with the Intercultural Dialogue Platform and JEF Belgium, the...

Dialogue for Europe’s future: Insightful conversations with EP candidate Bram Van Hecke

On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, the spirit of engagement and dialogue that began at STAM Europa on April 9 continued to flourish as the Intercultural Dialogue Platform (IDP) hosted a follow-up event. This time, the setting was the intimate surroundings of IDP offices,...
Open Call for Citizen Z Youth Advocacy Team Members

Are you a young person aged 18-25 who wants to make a difference in society? Do you want to be part of shaping the future of democracy, education, climate action, employment, and other important issues in Europe? If so, we invite you to join the Youth Advocacy Team of...

We are looking for new team members!
We are looking for new team members!

Social Media Manager IDP offers a part-time employment possibility (19h/week) for graduates in its office in Brussels. The qualifications we are looking for in this position: • A degree in communications, design, graphics, or a related field • Excellent knowledge of...

Call for Intercultural Youth Advisors!
Call for Intercultural Youth Advisors!

Are you interested in sharing your ideas, providing feedback, vocalizing the needs of young people, gaining insights and professional experience in European civil society projects? Apply now and become a member of IDP’s Intercultural Youth Advisory Board!Intercultural...

Core Values of the Hizmet Movement
Core Values of the Hizmet Movement

The Hizmet movement is a civil society movement committed to peaceful coexistence and service to humanity based on social responsibility and philanthropy. The movement prioritises education, dialogue, and humanitarian aid in its activities by centring on the concept...

Interview with Henri Goldman on Holocaust Remembrance Day 2020
Interview with Henri Goldman on Holocaust Remembrance Day 2020

For the full video interview, please click here. For the French version, please click here. Hello, Mr. Goldman! Could you introduce yourself in a few words and tell us a little bit about the tragedy that has affected your family? I was born here (Brussels) in 1947....