Türkiye adopts 10-year vision to track population trends, strengthen family policies
Türkiye has introduced a new long-term strategy to address demographic challenges by closely monitoring changes in family structure and population trends, as the country faces declining birth rates and an aging population.
The Family and Population Decade Vision Document, prepared by the Family and Social Services Ministry, aims to regularly monitor changes in family and population patterns, identify the reasons behind them and assess their impact on individuals, families and society.
Building on initiatives launched during 2025, designated as the “Year of the Family,” the document sets out a roadmap based on five priorities: protecting the family institution, encouraging marriage, increasing fertility, supporting the development of young people while improving the well-being of older adults and promoting balanced population distribution through rural development.
The ministry will prepare regular action plans to put these goals into practice and track their progress. It will also strengthen the country’s data infrastructure to ensure future policies are based on scientific evidence.
