Applications are now open!

The program is a holistic journey for 18–30-year-olds living in Istanbul to develop social awareness through volunteering and build learning and leadership skills.

👣 It’s more than volunteering—it's structured learning, real-life field experience, community building, and leadership growth.

For 10 months, we will learn, practice, reflect, and create impact together.

🗓️ Key Details

  • Timeline: Nov 2025 – Aug 2026 (10 months)
  • Location: Istanbul (in person) + online meetups
  • Deadline: Wed, 22 Oct 2025, 18:00
  • Application form: https://forms.gle/jHRq8CQ6F7MYW8DH6

👥 Who Can Apply?

  • ✅ Ages 18–30
  • ✅ Living in Istanbul or able to attend regularly
  • ✅ Motivated to volunteer, learn and build community
  • ✅ Keen to gain experience across different fields

💡 What the Program Offers

🎓 Learning Module

Volunteering, human rights, culture & arts, community psychology, disaster awareness; communication, facilitation and project-building trainings.

🤝 Field Experience

Hands-on practice in events, digital content, community and disaster volunteering.

🌟 Leadership & Impact

Develop your micro-impact project; peer mentoring, facilitation skills and impact presentations.

🎯 Program Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will:

  • Understand the social impact of volunteering.
  • Gain awareness of human rights, community building and culture & arts.
  • Communicate effectively and take active roles in teams.
  • Address real needs through field experience.
  • Design and implement a personal social impact project.
  • Develop facilitation and leadership skills.
  • Join a strong network and community.
  • Receive a certificate and reference letter; join new projects.

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