MEDED Organization for Women & Children
Country
Türkiye
Location
Gaziantep
Founder
Asil Elabdullah
Focus
Community leadership, Youth empowerment, Women’s support, Social cohesion, Livelihood groups
About
MEDED is a community-led organization founded in response to the social and emotional needs that emerged after war. The organization works with women, children, and youth to rebuild connection, provide psychosocial support, and strengthen community solidarity.
By creating spaces for care, creativity, and contribution, MEDED helps individuals move beyond isolation and rediscover a sense of belonging, purpose, and shared responsibility within their community.
Why beauty matters here
Beauty supports healing. Cared-for spaces create calm, connection, and creativity, while neglected environments increase stress and isolation. In this community, beauty helps restore emotional balance and rebuild a sense of peace.
“Giving is not only support for others. it is a human need. When people contribute, they regain self-worth, connection, and a lasting sense of meaning.”
What this partnership will explore
How cared-for spaces support psychosocial healing and emotional well-being
How community participation strengthens belonging and social cohesion
How beauty influences behavior, connection, and daily experience
How storytelling and visual comparison can shift perceptions of space