Baris Helvaci, whose asylum application in the Netherlands has been rejected, is on a hunger strike to call for his demands to be heard and for his case to be reviewed fairly. Baris Helvaci's asylum application in the Netherlands was rejected despite concerns that returning to Turkey could expose him to political persecution and serious risks to his freedom and safety. In response, he began a hunger strike on 4 June 2026, calling for a fair and transparent review of his case.

This campaign is not only about one individual. It is also intended to draw attention to the protection of human rights, the right to life, and human dignity within asylum procedures.

We call on the relevant authorities to:

Take the demands of Baris Helvaci seriously;
Ensure a transparent and fair review of his case;
Independently examine claims regarding potential risks to his life and safety;
Fully uphold and apply international human rights standards.

A just system should not force people to risk their lives in order to have their voices heard.

Sign this petition to support the demands of Baris Helvaci and to promote an asylum process that respects human rights and human dignity