Remembering Fethullah Gülen: A Legacy of Education, Dialogue, and Service
October 20, 2026 — On the second anniversary of the passing of Fethullah Gülen, we honor the life and legacy of a globally recognized Muslim scholar, educator, and advocate for interfaith dialogue whose ideas continue to inspire millions around the world.
For more than six decades, Mr. Gülen championed education, intercultural understanding, service to humanity, nonviolence, and respect for human rights. His teachings inspired educational institutions, dialogue initiatives, and humanitarian projects across continents, bringing people of diverse faiths and backgrounds together around shared values of compassion, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
His legacy lives on through his extensive writings on faith, spirituality, education, and social responsibility, as well as through the ongoing work of the Hizmet movement. Guided by the principles he emphasized, Hizmet participants continue to promote quality education, foster dialogue, and serve communities in need. As Mr. Gülen repeatedly reminded us, “Our values are not dependent upon any person.”
New Documentary: GULEN: Devoted to Education & Dialogue
As we remember Mr. Gülen, we invite audiences to explore his life and legacy through the newly released documentary, GULEN: Devoted to Education & Dialogue, which premiered worldwide on October 17, 2026.
This 90-minute documentary features 35 voices from 14 countries, offering an exploration of his life, ideas, and global influence. Through personal reflections and expert perspectives, the film examines education, science and faith, interfaith and intercultural dialogue, peace, and the development of the Hizmet movement.
We invite readers to watch the documentary and share it with friends, colleagues, and communities interested in his vision of education, dialogue, and service to humanity.
Watch the documentary: GULEN: Devoted to Education & Dialogue
Learn more: gulendocumentary.com
A Legacy That Lives On
On this day of remembrance, we offer prayers for God’s mercy upon Fethullah Gülen and reaffirm our commitment to the shared values of humanity that he upheld throughout his life. May his legacy continue to inspire future generations to pursue knowledge, embrace diversity, uphold human dignity, and serve humanity with sincerity and compassion.