Dr. Hüseyin Kâmi Büyüközer
EVENT ORGANIZER: Association for the Inspection and Certification af Food And Supplies (GIMDES), Dunya Halal Foundation (DHV).
EVENT DURATION: 3 days between JUNE 25-30
LOCATION: BAĞCILAR MUNICIPALITY. CULTURE AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS DIRECTORATE
PURPOSE OF THE FESTIVAL EVENT
Today, it is estimated that the Halal food demand potential in the world exceeds 1 trillion dollars and all halal services exceed 3.5 trillion dollars, but only 20% of this has been realized, “Türkiye is one of the countries that are candidates for world leadership in this regard. “Although the Muslim population in the world has exceeded 2 billion, a certain standard has unfortunately not been achieved to date, especially in the food sector, in terms of producing products in accordance with Islamic standards and offering them to the market in different geographies. Despite this, with the awareness of the population that has accepted the Islamic faith, even in different geographies, the need for determining local halal production standards and halal product certification has arisen spontaneously. This need has of course also provided the emergence of a parallel market.
In order to realize the above-mentioned Halal product market, as GIMDES, we have organized fairs that mediate commercial integration and promotional activities as well as certification, training, conferences, seminars and workshops with the slogan of “One Voice, Full Unity“. However, we have seen that although fairs are an important channel for bringing together those working in the sector, they are not enough to bring together a wide range of consumers and direct the interest of young generations to this subject. This year, instead of the fair concept, we have decided on the concept of FESTIVAL, which includes many events, and its historical name is FAIR. In 2024 alone, dozens of halal-themed festivals have been organized in various parts of the world. Some of these are held in important cities such as London, Napeville, Manchester, Toronto, Surrey, Mississauga, Birmingham and Baltimore. We decided to apply to you, saying why not in Istanbul? People who come to the fair will have fun, become aware of halal issues, and have the opportunity to shop.
Türkiye’s role in the Islamic world and Istanbul’s strategic location, history, nature, and cultural heritage will provide unforgettable memories for all local and foreign visitors.
TARGET GROUPS
• Halal certified companies
• Adults with Islamic sensitivity and children of these families and young people
• Local and foreign NGOs
• National and international private and legal entities operating in the field of Halal certification
MAIN ACTIVITIES DURING THE FESTIVAL
Animation and Events, Panels, Chats and Interviews
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
At the opening, Ottoman traditional shows (Mehteran, Kılıç-Kalkan team), Mavlavi Sema’ shows, Introduction of GIMDES Halal Certified Companies, Halal Grandpa Tales Children’s play, Local Children and Adult Entertainment (Hacıvat-Karagöz and Meddah Compilations, Poetry Competition and Recital), Hymn Recital, Calligraphy and Marbling Corner symbolizing Halal and Tayyib, Halal Workshop Special for Children, Book Show and Promotion, Promotional Videos on LED Screens, Videos where our companies and Halal Certified products will be introduced, Halal and Tayyib Symbolizing Food and Pastry Competitions, Halal and Tayyib certified products of our companies will be brought together with our people at special discounted prices at the Halal Dunya Markets Union Stands, which are the most important markets where Halal and Tayyib certified products meet with the public. An environment will be prepared where our people can buy plenty of Halal and Tayyib products and take them to their homes and offices, where they can eat and drink Halal prepared food and drinks to their heart’s content.
Our participants and visitors travel from all over Türkiye to enjoy the GIMDES Halal Food Festival 2025. We are proud to provide participants from all walks of life with the opportunity to experience the delicious flavors of halal food and to provide a platform for multiple halal businesses from all over Türkiye to come together, interact and access the wider halal economy.
