Location: Throughout Turkey
Event: Throughout the month of June, various events supporting LGBTQI+ rights are scheduled to take place, and some may draw large crowds. Authorities could deem such gatherings as illegal demonstrations. Any gathering or demonstration, even those intended to be peaceful, could escalate and turn confrontational.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid areas around mass gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Avoid crowds.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Keep a low profile.
- Monitor local media for updates.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy (Ankara, Turkey)
110 Ataturk Boulevard
Kavaklidere, 06100
Ankara, Turkey
Tel: +90-312-455-5555
Ankara-ACS@state.gov
https://tr.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consulate General (Istanbul, Turkey)
Poligon Mahallesi, Sariyer Caddesi No: 75
İstinye 34460 Sariyer
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90-212-335-9000
ACS_Istanbul@state.gov
https://tr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/Istanbul/
U.S. Consulate (Adana, Turkey)
Girne Bulvari No:212 Guzelevler Mah.
Yuregir, Adana, Turkey
Tel: +90-322-455-4100
CA-Adana@state.gov
https://tr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/Adana/
U.S. Consular Agency (Izmir, Turkey)
Izmir@state.gov
+90-312-455-5555
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
+1 (202) 501-4444 (from overseas) or +1 (888) 407-4747 (from the United States)
