In Remembrance of 9/11
On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, ATAA honors the memory of all those who lost their lives and extends its deepest sympathies to their families, friends, and loved ones.
The national voice of Turkish Americans
Representing over 50 local chapters and 500,000 Turkish Americans throughout the United States, ATAA serves locally and nationwide to develop an informed and empowered Turkish American community, and to support strong US–Türkiye relations.
47Years of service
50+Local chapters
500,000Turkish Americans represented
UNAccredited since 2020
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Who we are
A 501(c)(3) umbrella organization founded in 1979, ATAA links Turkish American associations across the country into one national voice.
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Why we exist
To connect Turkish American communities large and small, and pursue their shared interests in Washington and beyond.
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Join a nationwide network of Turkish Americans and friends of Türkiye who strengthen the historic relationship between the two peoples.
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Donations fund grassroots advocacy in Washington, Turkish schools and youth programs, UN engagement, and cultural events that carry Turkish American heritage to the next generation.
ATAA is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization — donations are tax-deductible.
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Ten committees, one mission — carried forward by volunteers
Advocacy & Outreach CommitteeChair: Dr. Nilufer Esen-BilginCouncil of EducationChair: Şengül IngramEducation CommitteeChair: Dr. Mehmet Yaya & Lale IskarpatyotiMarketing & Social Media CommitteeMembership CommitteeChair: Yücel BurdurluMusic & Visual Arts CommitteeChair: Pelin Hoşkan SanNewsletter CommitteeChair: Alev WielandUN Relations CommitteeChair: Yücel Burdurlu & Dr. Selim ErhanRules CommitteeChair: Dr. Ülkü ÜlgürYouth CommitteeChair: Yasemin Amanda Knott