Local Development Association

She is a third-year undergraduate student of International Relations at Middle East Technical University while studying in the Political Studies Minor Program. She is interested in human rights, international politics, gender inequalities, and humanitarian aid. She speaks advanced level English as well as Beginner level French. She aims to gain work experience in NGOs, research centers, and think-tank organizations.

He graduated from Hacettepe University, Department of Business Administration. He worked in different positions in public institutions for years. Finally, he continued his academic activities simultaneously as well as working as a specialist at Karacadağ Development Agency. He worked in Program Management, Investment Support Office, Monitoring and Evaluation units at the Development Agency at different times. Saying that there is no age for studying, he completed the Faculty of Law, which he wanted so much, and completed his second undergraduate degree. Then he completed his master's degree in public law and his doctorate in political science and moved his settlement to the university. He still continues his studies at Inonu University, Department of Political Science and Public Administration, Department of Legal Sciences. He believes that a strong civil society is necessary for future generations.

She graduated from Adıyaman University, Department of Social Work in 2020. Because of her undergraduate thesis, she had the opportunity to work closely with children with autism. She gained the necessary professional experience especially in the field of “Children in Need of Protection” in the Social Service Center internship application. She currently does a master's degree at Kırıkkale University, Department of Migration and Middle East Studies. She participates in training and studies as an AFAD volunteer.

She graduated from Yıldız Technical University, Department of Environmental Engineering. After completing the MSc Program in Environmental Technology in Boğaziçi University, she started the PhD Program in the same field. Her PhD dissertation studies at Boğaziçi University still continue. During her undergraduate and graduate education, she worked as a researcher and project assistant in national and international projects. In 2012, she started to work as a specialist in the Research Strategy Development and Planning unit of Tigris Development Agency and later served as the head of the unit in the same unit for more than four years. In order to increase her knowledge and experience in industrial symbiosis and circular economy, she took part in various projects as an intern for three months at International Synergies Limited in Birmingham, UK in 2017. Currently, she is working as a Project Coordinator in an EU supported project, as well as providing project consultancy for local and regional development and environmental management projects in the company of which she is a co-founder.

The third-year Undergraduate student of International Relations at Middle East Technical University. An activist at Amnesty International and volunteer of TEMA. She takes an active role in a community that aims to take care of stray animals in her university. Interested in social psychology, human rights, animal rights and international politics. Curious about photography, learning new languages, garden care and literature. She wants to interact with as many people and situations as possible and to develop herself in a field where she can be helpful.

Habiba Kotb, born and raised in Egypt. Political Science and International Relations student at Necmettin Erbakan University. Her interests include journalism, ecological sustainability, and language learning.

She graduated from the University of Birmingham as an Anthropology major in 2019. Since then, she has begun working as an English teacher and is living in Hai Phong, Vietnam. Originally from the UK, she is currently studying online at the University of Sussex, completing her Sustainable Development MSc. She loves writing and is interested in the impact that development decisions can have on communities, societies, and the environment.

Information Technology Graduate and Multimedia Diploma Holder as a Creative Art Director with 15+ years of experience driving brand awareness, user experience, and consumer engagement for renewed brands and diverse industry clients. Proven track of success in developing highly interactive, user-centric Print, Web & Digital media collaterals that excite consumer and grow iconic brands.

She graduated from Bilkent University, Department of English Language and Literature in 2021. She is currently a 2nd-year student at Anadolu University, Department of International Trade and Logistics Management. She worked as a volunteer trainer between 2019-2020. She wrote for the university's online newspaper GazeteBilkent for 3 years. She is interested in evolution, philosophy, gender equality, sustainable energy. She likes to be interested in art and write reviews on the works he watches & reads.

He graduated from Istanbul Beykent University, Department of Psychology. After 4 years in his field, he continues to operate by establishing his own business in the food sector.

She is a 4th-grade student at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. She went to Russia in the context of Erasmus +. She worked with autistic people and children. She completed her English education at the B2 level in American cultural language schools.

He graduated from Hacettepe University, Department of Sociology. After Graduation, He Started to Work as Erasmus + Coordinator in Local Development Association.

She graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Architecture in 2019. After graduation she worked as an architect for 6 months in a private firm. She is working as an executive architect in the European Union project carried out by an association erating in Diyarbakır.

He graduated from Şanlıurfa Harran University. She continues to work as a nurse at the 800-bed Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital.

She graduated from Harran University classroom teacher. She is doing a master's degree at Dicle University. She continues her studies in the field of educational sciences. She speaks fluent English.

He graduated from Iskenderun Technical University Computer Engineering. He designed the Exam Tracking Automation program, which is actively used in private schools. He worked in the field of developer and error correction of BioMorph application being developed within the scope of İskenderun Technical University. He developed the Windows Form Application that enables the Single and Multi Language conversion of any C # project for the C # language.

Born and raised in Kuwait with American education, and studied business at Bilkent University. I have worked in customer care in Kuwait for Alshaya, and then in merchandising for Williams Sonoma in Istanbul. With an active toddler at home, I like to read and love to bake/cook during my free time.

He graduated from Kadir Has University, Department of Business Administration. He conducts various studies in Communication Sciences. He works on project authorship and licensed tourist guide. He works in different Civil Society Organizations. Has advanced knowledge of English, beginner German, and beginner-level Arabic. He is a young entrepreneur, broker, and father of 2 children.

He is a 4th year student at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology.

After graduating from Bulgaria Plovdiv Food Technologies University, he worked as a manager in the public and private sectors in Turkey and abroad. Currently, he continues his business life by establishing a food and tourism company in Şanlıurfa. He speaks advanced English, Bulgarian, intermediate Serbian, Russian, Albanian, Macedonian and Romanian.

She completed her undergraduate education at Anadolu University, Department of History.

He graduated from Şanlıurfa Atatürk High School, Department of Social Studies. Between 2007-2014 he worked at the Special Specialization Medical Center in the departments of IT, Purchasing, Administration, and Accounting. He worked in the advertising agency accounting department between 2014-2016. He has been working in the central partner health institution in the accounting and purchasing unit since 2016.

She graduated from Konya Necmettin Erbakan University, Department of Economics in 2018. She worked as a customer representative at Tempo Call Center. She wants to improve herself in jobs that require teamwork rather than individual work.

He graduated from Çukurova University, Department of Econometrics. He studied at the Lazarski School of Commerce and Law in Warsaw, the capital city of Poland, with the Socrates Erasmus Scholarship in the 2006-2007 academic year. He worked in various public institutions in the finance and tourism sectors. he got his master's degree with a thesis in 2018. He also graduated from archeology with a second undergraduate degree. He has been working as a specialist in Agricultural Fund for Agriculture and Rural Development Support Institution (ARDSI) since 2018. He speaks fluent English.2018’den beri Türkiye’de Avrupa Birliği’nin Tarım Fonlarını dağıtmakla sorumlu olan Tarım ve Kırsal Kalkınmayı Destekleme Kurumu’nda (TKDK) uzman olarak çalışmaktadır. İyi derecede İngilizce konuşmaktadır.

Damla Begkondu, born in Bremen / Germany, is studying in the senior year of Mardin Science High School. She visited countries such as France, Spain, Holland, Belgium, and Germany. She speaks fluent German and English.

He graduated from the department of economics. He gained 25 years of experience in the private sector, respectively Çakmak Automotive Service Accounting Manager, Şanlıurfa Governorship Provincial Central Project Office Project Specialist, Hakan Plastik Şanlıurfa Regional Sales Manager. He worked as the General Manager of KARBEL Incorporated Company of Karaköprü Municipality. He continues to work as a project specialist in the Project Unit of Karaköprü Municipality.

She is studying nursing at Gaziantep Islamic Science and Technology University.

He is a 4th year student in Software Engineering at Fırat University in Elazig. He made projects on unmanned aerial vehicles and defense industry.

She graduated from Ege University, Department of Landscape Architecture. Between 2018-2019, he worked in an engineering office in Izmir in project drawing and management duties. She currently lives in Sanliurfa and continues to take part in project drawing and management tasks in the private sector.

After completing his undergraduate education in Selcuk University Clothing Teaching (Fashion Design Teaching), he completed his master's degree at Gazi University Fine Arts Institute Textile Design Department with his thesis titled “Using Şanlıurfa Tread Felt in New Designs”. He presented products in national and international meetings and exhibitions won awards in National and International Competitions and worked as an education expert and designer in projects. He worked as a paid teacher at the Ministry of National Education, and after graduating with his master's degree, he worked as a Design Modeler at the Handicraft Center of the Sanliurfa Culture, Education, Art, and Research Foundation (ŞURKAV) and as a lecturer at the Department of Fashion Design at Eurasia University. He has been working as a lecturer at Harran University Organized Industrial Zone Vocational High School since August 2020. He knows Kurdish very well and continues his English language education.

Derya Savaş completed his high school education in İsmail Nazif Bayraktar vocational high school child development department. She did her internships in the field of child development in Metehan kindergarten and the GAP mother-child project. She is continuing her undergraduate education at Necmettin Erbakan University Accounting and Finance department. In addition, she continues her education in the Child Development Department of Istanbul University distance education faculty. In addition, she has a kindergarten entrepreneurship certificate.

He is completing his license with the department of health management from Anadolu University Open Education Faculty; He worked as a customer representative, sales consultant, and patient care technician in many sectors.

International Relations graduate from Bilkent University and International Politics master’s student at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium. NGO experience in Asylum and Immigration Research Center as a volunteer language teacher and researcher. Member of International Relations Coordination Team of Civilian Life Association. Her NGO experiences specialize in humanitarian assistance and refugee rights. Holds a certificate from Utrecht University on “Migration, Integration and Ethnic Relations” and from Friedrich Naumann Foundation and UNHCR on “International Protection and Refugees”. Proven C1 English level with 7.5 IELTS and 100 TOEFL scores.Internship experiences in NGOs, private sector and think tanks.

She studied Veterinary Medicine at Harran University and studied Sociology at Süleyman Demirel University. She received a Master's Degree in Psychology / Family Counseling. She works as a Sociologist and Family Marriage Consultant in Viransehir Municipality.

He is a 3rd year student of Şanlıurfa Harran University Public Administration.

Maria is a third year English student at King's College London. She speaks English and German. Her interests include: international development and creative writing.

She graduated from Eskişehir Anadolu University Turkish Language and Literature. She graduated from Atatürk University Justice Associate Degree and New Media and Journalism Department of the same university. She is still attending the Photography and Cameraman department of the same university. After working as an assistant to Documentary Cinematographer Enis Rıza Sakızlı, she started taking editing lessons to improve herself in this field. She is still in charge of archiving and documentation at VTR Production. Simultaneously with social media advertising, she continues to build websites on the WordPress system.

She graduated from Ataturk University, Department of Sociology with a degree. She completed his master's degree in the field of migration sociology from Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Institute of Social Sciences, Department of Sociology. She worked with autism and various disability modules (with special needs) for a long time. She worked with disability modules at Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality Disability Coordination and Life Center. She took part in various projects and studies on gender and disadvantaged groups. She took part in local and international projects. She continues her academic studies in the field of migration.

Gabriela is the Director of Grants and Partnerships at Istanbul&I. She also works as a Clinician with high school-aged youth at the Howard Center in Vermont, USA. She graduated with a Master of Science from the Erasmus + Global-MINDS (Mobility, Inclusion, and Diversity in Society) program of the European Union. Under a Fulbright research Grant she was awarded, she headed a research project, to support the initiatives of organizations with humanitarian objectives working in Turkey.

She is a 1st year student at Harran University, Department of Radio, Cinema and Television. She wants to take an active role in women's rights and in eliminating the grievances experienced by disadvantaged groups. She thinks that education is an indispensable value for human beings.

He graduated from Erciyes University Finance, Anadolu University Business Administration and Harran University Vocational School of Occupational Health and Safety. He started his career as a manager in a private company. He is currently working at TEDAŞ. His goal in life is to be constantly innovative, to pursue new knowledge, to improve himself and to contribute to social phenomena.

She is a 4th year student at Harran University, Department of Turkish Language and Literature, and at the same time she works as a part-time sales clerk in Turkish Airlines Sales Directorate. She participated in projects funded by the European Union. She took part in various volunteering projects. With the Fairy Tale therapist training she received in 2020, she carried out studies for children in various schools. She is interested in sociology and psychology. She is actively studying at a language school to improve her English Language.