Changes in the Turkish Education System and the Influence of Religious Groups
November 8, 2026
The latest European Commission report highlights changes in the Turkish education system, which prioritizes national and religious values over scientific learning. Religious groups are gaining more influence in schools, leading to imbalances and discrimination. The Ministry of Education allows religious groups to shape the education system, intensifying the debate on secularism. Atheists and agnostics face social pressure and restrictions in education. The Turkish education system fails to ensure a neutral and impartial approach to different religions.