Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation ^None

TESEV is an independent non-governmental think-tank that conducts research to establish a connection between scientific findings and policy decisions. It aims to promote civil society's role in the democratic process by organizing conferences, seminars, and meetings and sharing its research findings with a wider audience. TESEV's main objective is to contribute to Turkey's democratization. Its activities are grouped under Democratization Program, Foreign Policy Program, and Good Governance Program.