Reha Ruhavioğlu is a researcher and analyst specializing in Kurdish politics and society. He is the founder and Director of the Kurdish Studies Center (KSC), an independent research institution based in Türkiye that produces mixed-method, data-driven analysis on the political, social, cultural, and economic attitudes of Kurdish communities. His work aims to fill critical gaps in reliable data and deepen understanding of Kurdish society, particularly in Türkiye. He also coordinates the Kurdish Barometer project, which tracks Kurdish public opinion on a global scale. Through field-based research and engagement with policymakers, Ruhavioğlu contributes to evidence-based dialogue, policy development, and conflict resolution efforts.