3.2. Moral Story Illustrating Collaboration

The second case; Duzce Golyaka solidarity houses project here, the Imece Evleri Projesi which is a solidarity houses project, it was constructed by the association of volunteers for solidarity AVS and within partnership in Gelderland Aid of Turkey Organization which has collected money from Turkish people living in province of, so they have people who are living in overseas, they have collected certain funds.

This chunk introduces the Duzce Golyaka solidarity houses project, highlighting its creation and the main contributors. The project was constructed by a volunteer association (AVS) and backed by Gelderland Aid of Turkey, which raised funds from Turkish expatriates. This shows how communities can come together to support development initiatives.

Think of it like a neighborhood potluck where everyone contributes a dish to make a feast. Just like how different members of the community provided their own resources to support a larger goal, the solidarity houses project relied on contributions from both local and overseas Turkish individuals.

And they have partnership with the housing scheme and here, that they have established certain kind of memorandum of understanding with the head of the village; each village and also by the mayor of Golyaka. First of all, the site of the project it was decided that the houses will be built in the same village boundaries as the demolished houses that is number 1.

This part discusses how the project was managed, emphasizing collaboration between the project team and local governance. A memorandum of understanding was set up with village leaders to ensure that the houses were built on the same land where the old structures were located, showing respect for the community's history and needs.

Imagine a school committee deciding to build a new playground in the same spot where an old one stood. The committee talks with parents and local officials to ensure that everyone agrees with the plans, similar to how the AVS worked with local leaders to keep the project aligned with community interests.

And the method of construction, that the villages would take an active part in the construction so, here what happened was the villagers they also said that at least each family one person has to be part of it...

In this section, the focus is on the significant role of villagers in the construction process. Each family was required to contribute at least one member for construction work, promoting community involvement and shared responsibility in the rebuilding effort.

Consider a team sports scenario where each player has a specific role. Just as every player must contribute to win the game, each village family participated to ensure their community was rebuilt effectively, fostering a sense of ownership and pride in the new homes.

the credits given by the government and those from the donations would be managed by the shared fund administration of one representative from the villager AVS and the Gelderland delegation and the governorship...

This chunk addresses how the financial resources for the project were managed. A shared fund administration was established, comprising representatives from the local community, the funding agency, and the international NGO, ensuring that financial oversight was structured and inclusive.

It’s like a group project in school where students pool resources for materials. Each student contributes and takes turns deciding how to spend the money, ensuring everyone is involved in the process and each decision is made fairly.

It reduce the cost of each house and then increase the number of houses that could be produced through the project, so because you are participating in the labour initially...

Here, the text explains how villagers’ participation not only lowered construction costs but also provided opportunities for learning. Villagers received training in construction skills, thus equipping them to partake in the industry more broadly and opening pathways for future employment.

Think of learning to ride a bike. At first, it might be difficult, but with practice and guidance, one becomes skilled. Similarly, villagers learned through their participation, allowing them to gain confidence and work towards better employment opportunities in the future.

In the third case, Duzce UMCOR houses here, the United Methodist Committee on relief of Turkey was engaged in earthquake-resistant permanent housing and it has provided for about 220 vulnerable families...

In this part, the focus shifts to another project by UMCOR aimed at vulnerable populations, including female-headed households and those with significant dependents. This demonstrates a commitment to addressing the needs of the most at-risk community members, ensuring they also receive adequate housing.

Imagine a charity that gathers people to provide school supplies to children in low-income neighborhoods. Just as the charity targets families who need help, UMCOR ensured that its housing efforts were directed toward those who needed it most, recognizing their unique challenges.

So, here what I mean to say is the partnership between various agencies can bring together and can actually enhance the owner-driven practices also, the agency driven practices...

The conclusion illustrates the importance of collaboration between various stakeholders in achieving common goals. The partnerships between local communities, NGOs, and government entities illustrate how collaborative efforts can lead to more effective outcomes in housing and infrastructure projects.

Think of a community garden project where local businesses donate resources, residents volunteer for planting, and schools teach students about gardening. Each participant plays an essential role, and together, they grow not only food but also community spirit.

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