Alevism in the urbanization process: The example of Alibaba neighbourhood in Sivas province

Due to various reasons, the Alevi community, which settled far from the center in the past, had traditional beliefs, traditions and worship of rural life. Especially after 1950, there was an intense migration towards the cities. Alevi citizens who migrated to the cities brought their own culture and beliefs here. Along with urbanization, some institutions and beliefs have also changed. This master's study focuses on Alevism in Alibaba District, which is the central district of Sivas, the effect of the urbanization process on Alevism, the definition of Alevism institutions such as cem, dede and musahip, the definition and change in the process, the feature and privilege of Alibaba district, the traditional or ideological aspects of Alevism in the neighborhood. questioning, whether there is a difference between Alevism living in the countryside and Alevism living in the city, whether it is easy to live Alevism in city life, who they set an example as an exemplary personality for girls and boys, the contribution of cem houses and associations in Sivas, what expectations they have from the state. The subject and purpose of the research were tried to be explained by asking questions such as what he thought about the opening of the Institute of AlevismBektashism, which was established within the body of İnönü University. Keywords: Alevism, Urbanization, Alibaba Neighborhood