International Law Investment and Development Association (ILIDA) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to fostering trade and investment in Turkey while expanding global opportunities for Turkish investors abroad, especially with the EU countries. ILIDA is committed to advancing the rule of law and international legal standards, particularly in the context of foreign direct investments and international commercial activities.

The Association actively contributes to the development of Turkish law and strives to harmonize national institutions and regulations with international standards of the rule of law and acquis communautaire. ILIDA’s mission extends to addressing societal challenges through rational and sustainable solutions, prioritizing projects that promote public welfare, including women’s and children’s rights, education, public health, urban development, and environmental protection.

To achieve its objectives, ILIDA operates across a broad spectrum of activities, including:

• Facilitating International Cooperation and Investment: Promoting collaboration between Turkish and international investors, fostering global partnerships, and supporting projects aimed at increasing employment, trade, and tourism.

• Increasing the opportunities/efficiency in international commercial activities with the EU Raising awareness regarding the opportunities presented by the customs union and providing training opportunities to the related shareholders 

• Raising Awareness on Human Rights: Conducting training, publications, and initiatives focused on human rights, with an emphasis on the rights of women and children, as well as education.

• Advancing Urbanization and Environmental Law: Organizing awareness campaigns and educational activities in these areas to engage and unite societal stakeholders.

• Improving Public Health Policies: Supporting legal frameworks and activities that enhance public health systems through research and awareness campaigns.

• Promoting Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Encouraging the use of mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution tools, and supporting related academic and practical studies.

• Engaging with International Institutions: Establishing partnerships with international organizations, foreign missions, universities, and NGOs to organize educational and professional events, including seminars, workshops, conferences, and publications.

• Supporting Cultural and Artistic Projects: Enhancing the impact of artistic, cultural, and social responsibility initiatives for broader community engagement.

Through these efforts, ILIDA seeks to elevate the professional skills of key stakeholders in both the public and private sectors, with a particular emphasis on legal professionals.

In pursuit of its goals, ILIDA has participated in a range of initiatives that align with its mission, including 

– Seminar – “International Arbitration During COVID-19: The Practice of ISTAC & ICC & CAM” in collaboration with DR Arbitration & Litigation and İstanbul Arbitration Centre (2019)

– Seminar – “Career in International Law & International Arbitration Practices” in collaboration with İstanbul Ticaret University (2019)

– Certificate Programme – “Case Study: Theory and Practice of the Milan Chamber of Arbitration” in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Ankara and Milan Chamber of Arbitration (2019)

– Seminar – “Living/Education in Italy: Dreams, Experiences, and Realities” (2020) in collaboration with Casa Italia

– Seminar – “Meet with the Ambassador: Montenegro -Essentials of Culture, Business and Social Life” in collaboration with the Embassy of Montenegro in Ankara  (2020)

– Seminar – “Turkey-Italy Key Legal Issues Regarding Covid-19”  in collaboration with the Italian Chamber of Commerce (2020)

– Seminar – “Being an attorney at law : Turkey and Italy” in collaboration with Ankara Bar Association and Florence Bar Association (2020)

-Seminar – “Living in the U.S., law, and the legal profession” (2020)

– Training – “International Arbitration Workshop” in collaboration with Fildişi Atölye (2021)

– Seminar – “Business and Investment Opportunities in Turkey & Italy” n collaboration with the Italian Chamber of Commerce (2021)

– Seminar – “International Arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism” in collaboration with Universita degli Studi della Tuscia (2021)

– Seminar – “Business Conversations with Ambassadors: Key Legal Issues in Turkey-Montenegro Business and Investment” in collaboration with Ankara Chamber of Industry  (2022)