The team behind the work.
Co-Founder & Project Coordinator
Gökçe Melek Yılmaz
A passionate youth worker with 8+ years of experience in Erasmus+ projects, combining bioengineering, sports, and arts to bring a multidisciplinary approach. Skilled in project writing, facilitation, and capacity building for impactful youth work.
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Co-Founder & Manager
Mehmet Erden
Mehmet, a Public Relations graduate from Anadolu University, is an experienced youth leader active in Erasmus+ and ESC projects. He focuses on youth participation, social inclusion, and sustainability, with a strong background in civil society and international cooperation.
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Co-Founder & Contact Person
İkbal Öztekin
An urban planning graduate from METU actively engaged in NGOs, Erasmus+ projects, and civic initiatives. He has several years of experience in project management, facilitation, and youth work, with a focus on civic participation, community engagement, and participatory approaches.
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Project Manager
Ahmet Ziya Özdemir
Project Manager at Youth Istanbul and both Computer - Industrial Engineering student with experience in 20+ Erasmus+ projects. Focused on digital transformation, AI, and innovative youth engagement strategies in both local and international initiatives.
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Content Manager
Zeynep Geçer
A nursing student interested in youth work, communication, and digital content creation. Her Erasmus+ experiences have strengthened her intercultural communication, empathy, and adaptability, while broadening her perspective through international experiences. At Youth Istanbul, she contributes to social media, content creation, and project dissemination.
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