Nury Turkel

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Nury Turkel

Nury Turkel is an acclaimed attorney, author, and advocate with a distinguished career in U.S.-China relations and human rights advocacy. His extensive work across the intersections of law, government policy, and human rights has established him as a leading expert in these fields. As the first Uyghur educated as an attorney in the United States, Turkel holds a unique position in the global arena. He is a Life Member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He also serves as a Senior Advisor at the Krach Institute of Tech Diplomacy and on the Advisory Board of the Notre Dame Law School Religious Liberty Initiative. Turkel's expertise is further demonstrated through his senior fellowship at the Hudson Institute, where he tackles critical issues such as national security, foreign policy, and the challenges posed by digital authoritarianism. His insights and essays are frequently featured in prestigious publications such as the Wall Street Journal and Foreign Policy, and he is often sought out for his analysis on international news channels like NPR and France 24. Recognized globally for his advocacy and influence, Turkel was named in TIME's "100 Most Influential People in the World of 2020." In 2021, Fortune Magazine listed him among the 50 Greatest Leaders and awarded him the Notre Dame Prize for Religious Liberty, underscoring his impact on human rights. In 2022, Jewish World Watch honored him with the Global Soul Award, acknowledging his ongoing commitment to human rights advocacy. Turkel is also an influential speaker, frequently delivering keynote addresses at major international forums. His ability to communicate in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, and Turkish, has made him an effective advocate on the global stage. His book No Escape poignantly examines the oppression of the Uyghurs in China, bringing to light the severe human rights violations they endure. This significant work earned him the "2023 Moore Prize for Human Rights Writing," which recognizes his contribution to the discourse on human rights. As Ericsson's Compliance Officer and Counsel, Turkel spearheads global compliance and ethics initiatives and ensures adherence to international laws, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. Earlier in his career, Nury Turkel practiced aviation law at Kristen & Young. He later handled various legal and policy issues in his practice, focusing on trade, immigration, and human rights. As a former chairman of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), Turkel was instrumental in advocating for global justice and accountability for oppressed communities. Residing in the U.S. with his wife, Nazli, Turkel enjoys a personal life enriched by his interests in reading, classical music, and global travel, reflecting his profound engagement with international cultural and humanitarian issues.

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