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Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit lives in his modest, community-oriented neighborhood of Pantin. The streets aren't dangerous, he says, even if "it's better to know your neighbors." He's 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit and his two-year-old granddaughter (Leyla North Syria) stand in front of their family library, which is 100% communist (books on Lenin, Ocalan, Stalin, Castro, etc.). His wife reads Musso, and it drives him crazy. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit at brunch with his closest friend. The latter considers Cahit a bit of a "crazy hero." Both are Kurds and highly political. Cahit founded a humanitarian charity that helps Kurdish refugees in Turkey. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit, a 31-year-old French Kurd, lives in Pantin. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit joined the Kurdish demonstration on November 1, 2014. On all political fronts, the young Kurd believes that all these movements will change the global situation. According to him, the Kurds are playing out their history right now. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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November 1, 2014 ā€“ Kurdish demonstration in support of Kobane in Paris. Thousands of Kurds gathered at Place de la Bastille. In Syria, Kurds are fighting ISIS ā€“ hundreds of deaths on both sides have already been recorded.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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A protester in the truck that directs the Kurds from Bastille to RĆ©publique, Saturday, November 1, 2014.
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At the November 1st demonstration, Kurdish women turned out in large numbers. Symbolic of the Kurdish struggle, they also numbered several thousand.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Among the Kurds in Paris on November 1st, Salih Muslim's presence stands out. He is the co-president of the PYD (Democratic Union Party), the main Kurdish party in Syria and considered the Syrian branch of Turkey's Kurdish rebels, the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK).
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit marches with the Kurdish protesters on November 1, 2014. Cahit knows a lot of people. Beyond his Twitter user status, he's been involved since forever. Cahit. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit, his wife, and daughter, at Place de la RĆ©publique, during the Kurdish demonstration for Kobane, November 1, 2014. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit tweets everything he does around the Kurdish issue: photos, shocking statements, political reflections, etc. On November 1, 2014, he posted photos and messages on his account to report globally on the Paris demonstration. His followers are mostly those who donate money to his association. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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TĆ¼rkiye, Ayran. A 100% Kurdish village that makes its living from pistachio cultivation. A number of its inhabitants live in Europe, such as Cahit, who is originally from the area.
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Cahit returned to Ayran, Turkey, for five days. His grandmother is extremely proud of him: he succeeded in France, yet he continues to return and take care of his people, the YPG (Syrian Kurds allied with the PKK). Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit's grandmother lives frugally, yet the meals are always frugal, a sign of Kurdish generosity. The Frenchman, however, doesn't miss traditional cuisine, much preferring that of his adopted country. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Ayran village at night. The village is extremely politicized. Although poor and isolated, Ayran nevertheless maintains its Kurdish culture. APO is Ocalan's nickname; numerous inscriptions can be read along the alleyways. Turks are far from welcome there.
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In Ayran, Turkey, in the village of Cahit, a Syrian Kurdish refugee has found a makeshift shelter. Kobane, which is enduring a horrific war against ISIS, forced her to flee.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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In Ayran, Turkey, in the village of Cahit, a Syrian Kurdish family originally from Kobane has taken refuge in a basement house. They have nothing left, but the surrounding villagers are helping them. Several hundred refugees from Kobane are already sheltered on both sides.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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In Ayran, Turkey, in the village of Cahit, a Syrian Kurdish fighter from Kobane has taken refuge in a house. Wounded, he shows a martyr on his phone, a comrade who fell fighting against ISIS.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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In Ayran, Turkey, in the village of Cahit, a Syrian Kurdish woman from Kobane has taken refuge in a house. Traumatized by the arrival of ISIS in Kobane, she is one of hundreds of refugees in the region.
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Cahit visits Turkish and Kurdish wholesalers in the SuruƧ region, not far from Kobane. Armed with ā‚¬11,000 for his humanitarian campaign, he tries to get the best prices, going from wholesaler to wholesaler. It takes him a good day. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit and his uncle are touring wholesalers to buy a number of supplies for refugees (sanitary pads, shampoos, toothpaste, soap, combs, etc.) - With 11,000 euros earned through Twitter, they can afford a large purchase. His uncle, organized and knowing the locals, lists the necessary supplies. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit and his uncle have found the wholesaler they'll do business with. With 11,000 euros in their pockets, they'll ship several tons of supplies for the Kurdish refugees. The wholesaler records the list and promises it will be ready the next day and sent to the village by truck. Cahit. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit and his uncle tour Western Union banks. It's the end of the day and the rush: the banks no longer have functioning Western Union booths. Cahit rails against this "country of incompetents." At the end of the day, however, he finds the right bank that will provide him with his cash, 11,000 euros, which his wife sends from France. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit gives orders to the villagers, who are somewhat overwhelmed by events. A great and efficient organizer, he also helps unload equipment from trucks. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer specialist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit and some locals are emptying the equipment from the newly arrived trucks. Several tons of material are stored in a large garage to be sorted into packs. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit takes a short break from his day. With the supply trucks delayed, they had to rush, which exhausted the team. He poses in front of hundreds of kilos of diapers and sanitary napkins intended for Kurdish refugees. Cahit is 31 years old, a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit takes a photo of himself in front of the stockpile of supplies he's donating to Kurdish refugees. Twitter and Facebook will share it. His donors follow Cahit's journey throughout Turkey. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit organized the sorting of belongings and supplies. The village women were "recruited" for 48 hours to make refugee packs/bags. This launched highly efficient human industrial chains. Cahit likes to joke about the "Taylorism" required for the project. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit employs several women from his village, including Syrian refugees, to sort the purchased materials. They gradually create the packages for the refugees. Cahit prefers to employ women, who are more skilled at this type of operation. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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The sorting operation continues until late in the evening. Men and children begin to join the large-scale operation. It takes longer than expected. A total of 16 tons are sorted and packed into plastic bags.
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Cahit tours refugee villages in Turkey. Some have been living for weeks without any resources. Most live in makeshift shelters, including houses under construction. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly goes to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Living in houses under construction, some refugees have been waiting for weeks for Kobane to fall into the hands of the PYD. They have nothing and have little hope from the Turkish authorities.
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Cahit retrieves one of his famous refugee aid packages. He has asked the Kurdish authorities to lend him a truck to transport the tons of supplies. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit personally delivers the bags/packs to the refugees. He enters homes or leaves them at the door. He sometimes receives a rude reception, but most people understand his approach and thank him profusely. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Living in houses under construction, some refugees have been waiting for weeks for Kobane to fall into the hands of the PYD. They have nothing and have little hope from the Turkish authorities.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Living in houses under construction, some refugees have been waiting for weeks for Kobane to fall into the hands of the PYD. They have nothing and have little hope from the Turkish authorities.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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The situation is dire. Fortunately, the Syrian Kurds of the YPG have organized themselves throughout Kobane. Soup kitchens are being distributed by PKK fighters in villages near the border.
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Syrian Kurdish families benefit from the soup kitchen. Kurds live communally, rediscovering an ancient animism. They thus invite their ancestors to their meal. A young boy eats at the grave of a Kurd who died in the village.
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Cahit personally delivers the bags/packs to the refugees. He enters homes or leaves them at the door. He sometimes receives a rude reception, but most people understand his approach and thank him profusely. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
Cahit, Kurdish humanitarian, from Paris to Kobane
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Cahit never forgets to take photographs of the refugees, which are then sent to generous donors. Cahit is 31 years old and a French Kurd. A computer scientist, he regularly travels to help his fellow Kurds in the impoverished and devastated regions of the Middle East.
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At the entrance to some border villages, Kurds have marked "APO" with stones on the ground, the nickname of Ocalan, the Kurdish leader imprisoned for years by the Turks and a symbol of endless resistance.
