İsmail Beşikçi
İsmail Beşikçi, a prominent Turkish sociologist known as 'Sarı Hoca,' has dedicated his life to the Kurdish issue in Turkey. Born in Çorum, he has gained notoriety for his fearless exploration of the complexities surrounding Kurdish identity and rights, often facing imprisonment for his activism. Over the decades, his work has made him a significant figure in discussions about ethnic and political matters in Turkey. At 89 years old, he recently suffered a brain hemorrhage during an event in Diyarbakır, prompting well-wishes from the public and highlighting his lifelong contributions to sociopolitical discourse.
Born on Jan 01, 1934 (91 years old)
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İsmail Beşikçi is a sociologist known for dedicating his life to the Kurdish issue and has faced imprisonment multiple times.
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