Dev-Genç (Revolutionary Youth)

Dev-Genç, or Revolutionary Youth, was a political organization in Turkey active primarily during the late 1960s and early 1970s. It emerged from leftist movements and was composed mainly of university students who advocated for social justice, anti-imperialism, and revolutionary change. Dev-Genç sought to mobilize youth against the oppressive political climate in Turkey, opposing both the government and U.S. influence in the region. The group played a significant role in the broader student protests and leftist movements in Turkey, promoting ideas of socialism and activism that resonated with many young people during a period of political turmoil.