Galatasaray footballer İlkay Gündoğan awarded the 2025 Mevlüde Genç Medal
Galatasaray player İlkay Gündoğan has been deemed worthy of an award by the North Rhine-Westphalia State Government due to his exemplary stance against racism and exclusion.
Galatasaray's experienced footballer İlkay Gündoğan received the 2025 Mevlüde Genç Medal on the grounds that he serves as an example to youth with his stance against racism, hatred, and exclusion.
Purpose of the Medal
The award, presented by the North Rhine-Westphalia State Government, is given to keep alive the unifying stance of peace ambassador Mevlüde Genç, who lost her family in the Solingen tragedy.
Participation in the Award Ceremony
Many important figures from the worlds of sports and politics attended the ceremony held at the German Embassy's historical summer residence in Tarabya.
Statements at the Ceremony
Speaking after receiving the award, İlkay Gündoğan stated that this honor carries a great responsibility for him, while NRW Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst praised the footballer's stance.