Welcome to The Kurdish Institute
Movement for human and peoples rights
“Democratic Confederalism,” conceived and theorized by Murray Bookchin, was subsequently further elaborated by Abdullah Öcalan. Based on this political concept, Öcalan sees a peaceful solution to persistent conflicts in the Kurdish regions
“The fundamental problems of the Middle East are deeply rooted in the class civilization. They have tightened with the global crisis of the capitalist modernity. This modernity and its claim to dominance cannot offer any solutions not to mention a long-term perspective for the Middle-East region. The future is democratic confederalism” (Abdullah Öcalan)
Please read the analysis that the Kurdish Institute will present during the Coppieters Foundation conference in Rijeka on November 22, 2023
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With support from the Kurdish Institute Brussels, the EU Turkey Civic Commission (EUTCC) will hold its 17th International Conference on the EU, Turkey and the Kurds on 6 and 7 December 2023 in the European Parliament. Click for more information and registration.
Who are the Kurds?
The Kurds are one of the largest stateless nations in the world. They possess a diverse and rich culture which they wish to express fully, a desire all people deserve. However, this human right to experience is not given to all.
The story of the Kurds and their neighbors in the Middle East, Eurasia and the Caucasus creates empathy and deep understanding. How they experience the heart of their culture.
Without a Nation.
Stay Informed
IS IT THE OBJECTIVE TO FINALLY SILENCE THE KURDISH DEMOCRATIC VOICE IN WESTERN EUROPE?
PRESS RELEASE - KURDISH INSTITUTE - 23 april 2024 Has there ever been any evidence of a danger of terrorist activities from the Kurdish diaspora in Belgium and neighboring countries? Are people actually aware of where the real danger to our Western democracy lies?...
NEWROZ-reception: Join and celebrate the Kurdish New Year with us, symbol of freedom and living together in peace
You are very welcome to join us on Friday 22 Mars 2024 (7 PM – 10 PM), Stadhuis Antwerp, Leyszaal, (Grote Markt 1, 2000 Antwerpen) We would like to invite you to our reception on the occasion of Newroz. This year the reception will take place in the recently renovated...
Öcalan locked up in isolation for exactly 25 years – VRT-interview with Derwich Ferho (15 Febr. 2024)
Today marks exactly 25 years since Abdullah Öcalan, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party PKK, was kidnapped in Kenya by Turkish special forces. Since then, Öcalan has been locked up in complete isolation on a deserted Turkish island. The Kurdish Institute can...
“The Virgin with the Child” by director Bêrivan Binevsa, premiered at the Ostend film festival
Welcome to the premiere of the film 'The Virgin with the Child'. The staff of the Kurdish Institute would like to share this unique opportunity with you on January 30 at 8:15 PM at the Ostend Film Festival. See https://www.filmfestivaloostende.be/.../la-vierge-lenfant...
Who are we?
The Kurdish Institute is a recognized movement that sensitizes on human and peoples rights in the Middle East, Eurasia and the Caucasus.
We want to inspire and engage people to work for this mission.
In Flanders and Brussels, the Kurdish Institute strives to ensure that ethnic-cultural minorities receive basic rights, equal opportunities and participation in our super-diverse society.
Who are the Kurds?
The Kurds are one of the largest stateless nations in the world. They possess a diverse and rich culture which they wish to express fully, a desire all people deserve. However, this human right to experience is not given to all.
The story of the Kurds and their neighbors in the Middle East, Eurasia and the Caucasus creates empathy and deep understanding. How they experience the heart of their culture.
Without a Nation.
Stay Informed
IS IT THE OBJECTIVE TO FINALLY SILENCE THE KURDISH DEMOCRATIC VOICE IN WESTERN EUROPE?
PRESS RELEASE - KURDISH INSTITUTE - 23 april 2024 Has there ever been any evidence of a danger of terrorist activities from the Kurdish diaspora in Belgium and neighboring countries? Are people actually aware of where the real danger to our Western democracy lies?...
NEWROZ-reception: Join and celebrate the Kurdish New Year with us, symbol of freedom and living together in peace
You are very welcome to join us on Friday 22 Mars 2024 (7 PM – 10 PM), Stadhuis Antwerp, Leyszaal, (Grote Markt 1, 2000 Antwerpen) We would like to invite you to our reception on the occasion of Newroz. This year the reception will take place in the recently renovated...
Öcalan locked up in isolation for exactly 25 years – VRT-interview with Derwich Ferho (15 Febr. 2024)
Today marks exactly 25 years since Abdullah Öcalan, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party PKK, was kidnapped in Kenya by Turkish special forces. Since then, Öcalan has been locked up in complete isolation on a deserted Turkish island. The Kurdish Institute can...
“The Virgin with the Child” by director Bêrivan Binevsa, premiered at the Ostend film festival
Welcome to the premiere of the film 'The Virgin with the Child'. The staff of the Kurdish Institute would like to share this unique opportunity with you on January 30 at 8:15 PM at the Ostend Film Festival. See https://www.filmfestivaloostende.be/.../la-vierge-lenfant...
Who are we?
The Kurdish Institute is a recognized movement that sensitizes on human and peoples rights in the Middle East, Eurasia and the Caucasus.
We want to inspire and engage people to work for this mission.
In Flanders and Brussels, the Kurdish Institute strives to ensure that ethnic-cultural minorities receive basic rights, equal opportunities and participation in our super-diverse society.
