Dilek Bozkurt/ HALKWEB On April 2, World Autism Awareness Day, messages of support came from all segments of society, while a meaningful example of solidarity was displayed in the hospital room. Yusuf, who has autism and has undergone a series of surgeries, and his mother Halime Hanım were visited by Gürsel Tekin, one of the most important names in politics.
Morale Visit to Family
Tekin was informed about the health condition of Yusuf, who is still being treated at the hospital, and he took a close interest in the family and gave them moral support during this difficult process. While emotional moments were experienced during the visit, attention was drawn to the difficulties experienced by children with autism and their families.
“Thank You Message from Istanbul Awareness
Making a statement after the visit, Istanbul Awareness Project Development Center emphasized the importance of solidarity. The following statements were made in the statement made by the center:
“On the occasion of April 2nd Autism Awareness Day, we did not leave Yusuf and his mother Halime Hanım alone, who underwent a series of surgeries in the hospital. We would like to thank Mr. Gürsel Tekin for his kind visit, which was a source of morale and motivation for our family in this difficult process. As Istanbul Awareness Project Development Center, we will always be with Yusuf and his family and continue to support them.”