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Serving as a trainer for a part of the lesson, Mert Fırat explained pronouns, told about various occupations and countries, and gave examples from his life. He asked questions to and conversed with trainees.
Inquiring the Syrians about their experience to date, what challenges they encountered and why they wanted to learn Turkish, Fırat listened to their dreams which they wished to achieve by the training. Some said they wanted to find a job, some to continue education; but all had definitely wanted to join the society.
Noting that learning Turkish was important for Syrian individuals to empower themselves and participate in social life, and that he was very happy for the visit, Mert Fırat said: “The language problem is the largest barrier for Syrian individuals to living in harmony with the host communities, and earning their lives. I believe that speaking the same language will entail many facilities.”
Syrian participants stated that meeting with Mert Fırat was an unforgettable experience, and gave them more strength and motivation for learning Turkish.
Conversing also with the children of trainees, Mert Fırat had many photo shoots with everyone, then bid farewell.