About Us
Ramazan Tunç
Delegation MemberRamazan Tunç, born in Ankara in 1985, is a businessperson, humanitarian volunteer, and the founding president of the Ummet Hareketi Association.
He has participated in numerous humanitarian projects across Türkiye, Africa, and Asia, taking active roles especially in the coordination of orphan school initiatives in Ghana, Bangladesh, India, and Niger.
Tunç served in the global humanitarian mobilization “March to Gaza”, launched to end the blockade on Gaza, and later joined the Global Sumud Flotilla as a Turkey Delegation Member, contributing to international solidarity efforts.
While continuing his professional work in Ankara, he remains committed to supporting regional and global humanitarian activities on a voluntary basis.
Cengiz Aslan
Delegation MemberBorn in 1970 in Siverek, Urfa, Cengiz Aslan graduated from the Faculty of Foreign Languages at Selçuk University. After working as a teacher under the Ministry of National Education for ten years, he entered the business world in 2013, establishing various companies both in Türkiye and abroad.
With a strong sense of social responsibility, Aslan has long been involved in civil society initiatives, supporting projects particularly in the fields of youth, education, and humanitarian work. Reflecting his commitment to community engagement, he serves as a General Assembly Member of the İnsan ve Medeniyet Hareketi Association, contributing to consultation processes and the development of joint efforts.
Currently residing in Adana, Cengiz Aslan continues to combine his professional experience with community-oriented activities and remains active in a variety of voluntary initiatives.
İbrahim Taş
Delegation MemberBorn in 1987, İbrahim Taş has been actively involved in various civil society organizations for many years. Following the bombing of the Al-Baptist Hospital and Israel’s continued attacks on medical facilities after October 7, he coordinated the silent march organized by healthcare workers in Balıkesir, held as part of a nationwide response in Türkiye.
He participated as a representative from Türkiye in the five-day White Tent Protest in front of the United Nations Office in Geneva, contributing to international awareness efforts. He later served as Turkey’s Logistics Coordinator during the March to Gaza demonstration in Egypt, which brought together participants from numerous countries.
Taking part in multiple stages of international solidarity initiatives, Taş served as a Turkey Delegation Member within the Sumud Flotilla organization. He currently continues his work as a Board Member of the Sumud Eurasia Organization, contributing to regional coordination and ongoing humanitarian efforts.
Dr. Hüseyin Durmaz
Delegation MemberDr. Hüseyin Durmaz, originally from Adıyaman, is a medical doctor who also conducts academic work in the field of philosophy.
As the founder of the International Health Initiative, he has taken part in numerous humanitarian missions in regions with limited access to healthcare, becoming known for his active field involvement. He was one of the key participants in the White Tent Protest held in front of the United Nations Office in Geneva, raising global awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Dr. Durmaz has served as Turkey Coordinator and Board Member for both the Global March to Gaza and the Global Sumud Flotilla movements. Additionally, he served as a delegation member within the Global Sumud Flotilla and took on fleet responsibilities during the mission.
Combining his medical knowledge with human-centered and faith-driven values, Dr. Durmaz is recognized for his contributions to highlighting the humanitarian emergency in Gaza. He continues to actively practice medicine.
M. Önder Alyaprak
Delegation MemberM. Önder Alyaprak is a theologian and author originally from Sivas. He translates books and academic articles from English and Arabic, and has produced numerous printed and manuscript translations as well as original works drawn from both classical and modern sources.
Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Hadith studies, Alyaprak applies his scholarly background to both academic production and humanitarian-oriented field projects.
Actively engaged in international solidarity efforts, Alyaprak serves within the Strategy Unit of the Turkey Delegation of the Sumud Flotilla, contributing to the development of the movement’s intellectual framework, strategic direction, and the coordination of its written outputs.
Halil Rıfat Çanakçı
Delegation MemberHalil Rıfat Çanakçı, born in 1976 in Balıkesir, currently works as an orthopedic specialist in Balıkesir. In addition to his medical profession, he takes part in various associations and social platforms, contributing to healthcare and humanitarian initiatives.
With extensive experience in international humanitarian work, Çanakçı has participated in numerous medical missions in oppressed regions around the world. He travels almost every year to Bangladesh under official ministry assignment to provide healthcare support for Rohingya refugees who fled genocide in Myanmar.
He took part in the historic Mavi Marmara mission and later played an active role in the March to Gaza demonstration in Egypt. He also served in the Sumud Flotilla, contributing both to organizational efforts and as a participant aboard the ship.
Combining medical expertise with a strong humanitarian commitment, Çanakçı continues to support relief efforts and solidarity initiatives for oppressed communities at national and international levels.
Dr. Muhammed Raşit Sancar
Delegation MemberDr. Muhammed Raşit Sancar is an academic specialized in energy systems engineering and an active volunteer in various social initiatives. He completed his doctoral studies on photovoltaic technologies, gaining technical expertise while also taking on significant roles in youth, social solidarity, and Palestine-focused civil initiatives in Türkiye.
Sancar established the Isparta branch of the Youth for Palestine Initiative and coordinated numerous awareness programs and solidarity activities in the region. With experience across multiple fields, he has developed skills in field management, crisis coordination, volunteer organization, and multi-stakeholder processes.
Serving as an delegation member within the Global Sumud – Türkiye team, Sancar acts as a bridge between international coordination and local field teams in Türkiye, actively contributing to logistics, communication, and organizational processes. He has participated in large-scale international missions such as March to Gaza and the Flotilla, supporting Türkiye’s strategic role in these efforts.