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Volunteerism and Social Responsibility Training
Purpose of the Training
The aim is to instill the value of volunteerism and social responsibility in young people while raising awareness and understanding in these areas. By highlighting the personal and social benefits of volunteerism, it seeks to guide young people towards volunteer work that aligns with their skills and interests. This training will cover the roles one can undertake as a volunteer and the positive effects these roles can have on personal development.
Importance of the Training
This training helps young people understand themselves, develop sensitivity towards social issues, and strengthen their empathy and communication skills through volunteerism. Volunteerism supports personal identity development by allowing young people to discover their values, interests, and abilities. Additionally, the desire to contribute to society serves as a source of motivation for social change. Young people who participate in volunteer work enhance their ability to empathize and improve communication skills, making them more effective in both personal and professional relationships.
Content of the Training
Foundations of Volunteerism
- What is Volunteerism?
- The significance of volunteerism for young people
- Areas where young volunteers can contribute
- Responsibilities that can be taken on as a volunteer
- Gamification
Individual and Social Impact of Volunteerism
- Effects on Personal Development
- Impact of volunteerism on career and personal growth
- Advantages of being a young volunteer
- Development of social skills, empathy, and leadership qualities
- Impact on Society
- Examples of changes created by young people in society
- Making a big impact with small steps: Contributions to societal transformation
- Group Work
Inspirational Examples of Volunteerism
- Examples from Turkey, Europe, and the World
- Projects carried out by young volunteers
- Inspiring success stories and projects
- Successful examples of volunteer movements worldwide
Civil Society and Young Volunteers
- Roles in Civil Society Organizations
- NGOs and areas where young people can support
- Holistic strategies in volunteer work
- How to contribute to NGOs?
Learning Outcomes
- Gain self-awareness by discovering their own values and abilities.
- Develop sensitivity towards social issues.
- Enhance understanding of diverse living conditions.
- Improve effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Take on leadership roles in volunteer projects and contribute to society.
About the Instructor
The instructor has studied Chemistry at Boğaziçi University, Urban and Regional Planning at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, and Real Estate Development and Construction Project Management at New York University. Starting a professional career in fields such as hospitality, sales, and editorial work in the private sector, they later spent 10 years in the Urban Transformation and Construction sectors as an Urban Planner, Project Coordinator, and Business Development Director.
In 2017, they transitioned to the civil society sector, leading teams on projects related to refugee entrepreneurship and social cohesion at the Habitat Association, and developed projects on financial access and social responsibility. Between 2019 and 2023, they served as Director of the "Managing My Business Program" within TÜRKONFED and delivered training in areas like gender equality.
Their expertise includes social responsibility projects, access to finance, project management, strategic planning, and environmental management systems.
