Türkiye

AHMETLER KÖYÜ KÜLTÜR VE YARDIMLAŞMA DERNEĞİ

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Moda Caddesi Moda Apt. No:61 D:2 Kadıköy
Istanbul/
Turkey

Telephone
+905437374645
Telephone (other)
+902163384779
Fax
+902163384779
E-Mail
aslipekarslan@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
ahmetlerkoyu@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
+905322771112
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2010
Fields of Activity
  1. Environment/Sustainable development
General Information
Ahmetler Village Culture and Solidarty Association is established in 2010 in Mediterranean Region of Turkey. The organization is mainly based on Antalya city . It is a small association which is founded to support Ahmetler village citizens. Ahmetler is located on the Taurus Mountains (Turkish: Toros Dağları) in Antalya (Mediterranean Region). It has a population of 320 and people live here are nomads. This association has 7 founders and many members. All members in the organization are volunteers. Village have a lot of cultural and natural wealth and women in the village are active workers on fields and weaves rugs. The organization has a good relation with the local authorities. On the other hands the organization is open for new relations and collaborations with the different level organizations.
Mission and Objectives

The mission of the organizaiton is to increase the capacity of the Ahmetler Village citizens to become active citizens in the society.
And the objectives of the organizations are;
- To create relations with the different organizations to become an active organization ,
- To provide solidarity and mutual understanding between the people,
- To protect the becoming extinct nomadic culture and heritage of the village,
- To actiivate local women to participate to the desicion making procees and social economic life

Main Projects / Activities

Currently we are making a project about local medicinal and aromatic herbs. Village women picks and sells medicinal herbs. So we are making a project about searching and analysing these herbs and giving a training to village women. By this project we aim to teach bazaars for these wild harvested herbs to village women who picks them and by analyzing we will increase the value of them so at the end of the project this will aid to improve their economies.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We can participate to ALF Networks events to contribute to developing new ideas and we can share our own experiences and realities that we are facing in our local. And we can also promote to ALF Network in our region to become more recognized Network in Turkey .

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Because our organization is willing to share experiences with the other organizations to became more known organizaiton. And also we would like to gain new skills and more experiences.In adition to this we would like to know new cultures to create mutual understanding between the different countries .

Contact (1) Full Name
Aslı İpek Arslan
Head of the organisation
Mustafa Güzel
Contact (2) Full Name
Mehmet Arslan

AKADEMI KULTUR VE EGITIM DERNEGI

National Network
Türkiye
Address

MEHMET AKİF ERSOY M KEVSER SK 10 16
KASTAMONU 37100, Türkiye
37100 Kastamonu/Kastamonu
Turkey

Telephone
05057283644
E-Mail
savanoglu@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
yilmazadem@kastamonu.edu.tr
Mobile Phone
05057283644
Mobile Phone (other)
05425078030
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2013
Fields of Activity
  1. Others
General Information

Our association was founded in Kastamonu, Turkey on June 10, 2013 by seven founding members. ‘AKED’ is the abbreviation of our association. The overall objective of our association is to make local and international projects, studies and activities related with education, culture and sport.

Mission and Objectives

Our goal is to create quality environment, mutual understanding and friendship by making educational, cultural and sport activities at the level of regional, national and European level.

Main Projects / Activities

EU Programs or other Programs/Projects Year Project Identification or Contract Number Applicant/Beneficiary Name Erasmus + KA 204 2015-2017 Parenting Initiative 2015-1-PL01-KA204-016845 Fundajca Family Center Erasmus + KA 204 2018-2020 Regional Dialect 2018-1-PL01-KA204-051019 Fundajca Family Center Erasmus+ Sport 2019-2020 Green Sports 612934-EPP-1-2019-1-PT-SPO-SSCP Gondomar Municipality Erasmus + KA 204 2019-2021 Artisan 2019-1-UK-01-KA204-062104 Hawp Project Leonardo KA 102 2014-2015 “Examining European Quality Assurance Framework of Disabled At Vocational Education 2014-1-TR01-KA102-004938 Ka 105 Youth We act- Act!-Resources for improving Gender Equality based on applied Entrepreneurial competencies Into Action 2020-1-ES02-KA105-014827 EMPRENDE EMPLEO European Network Ka 105 Youth Rise- Resources for Improving Social inclusion and Equality, based on applied entrepreneurial competences 2020-1-ES02-KA105-014830 EMPRENDE EMPLEO European Network Erasmus+ KA 204 City Women Country Women No: 2019-1-PL01-KA204-065390 Fundajca Family Center

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

AKED bringing together years of experience in the field of education and culture at local level as well
as Erasmus+ program and international work. Our association organizes studies, projects and activities in the field of culture, education and sport. We hold these activities at the level of national and international level. We have great network either at national and international arena. We are very active social responsibility projects and we make awareness campaigns, seminars and activities to awaken people’s consciousness level. We are very experienced at preparing and coordinating Eu projects every field.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Our mission is;
-to activate of all types of education, culture sport and youth activities, to ensure the development of them and to encourage people and organizations working on this issue.
-to prepare national and international projects or participating in projects; to contribute to the development of the young people and adults’ improving their professional skills, acquiring vocation, arts, sports, crafts, education, culture and science.
-to organize conferences, panels and courses by considering the needs in the field of education, culture and sport issues,
-to make young people take part in the management of all kinds of educational institutions and companies they work for and to ensure them to develop themselves and their creativity.
-to provide cooperation, solidarity between domestic and international youth organizations in order to make the young people more active in the issues of peace at home and world and in environmental and social development fields.
-to contribute to an increase in the level of education of all sections of society through training activities and sport.
- to produce educational, cultural and sport publications, conferences and activities.
-to make local projects in the field of social responsibility related with animals, nature and environment.
-to develop project ideas for NGOs, local authorities and private sector at local/ national level.
-to prepare and manage projects for NGOs, local authorities and private sector at local/ national level.
-to design and organize training programs, developing training materials for NGOs, local authorities and private sector at local/ national level.
-to establish project partnerships.

Additional Information
Contact (1) Full Name
Suzan AVANOGLU
Job Title
English Teacher
Head of the organisation
SUZAN AVANOGLU
Contact (2) Full Name
Adem YILMAZ
Job Title (2)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. / Faculty Member

AKBANK SANAT

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Beyo?lu 14_18
Istanbul/
Turkey

Telephone
0212 2923392
Telephone (other)
0212 2523500
Fax
0212 2451228
E-Mail
derya.bigali@akbank.com
E-Mail (2)
aysegul.coskun@akbank.com
Mobile Phone
0532 6659923
General Information
Akbank Sanat is the cultural centre for one of the biggest private banks in Turkey. Akbank Sanat has a great variety of cultural activities including Jazz Festival and Chamber Orchestra Concerts. Located in Beyoglu, with a six floor building, Akbank Sanat supports 4 different theatres (including children theatre), modern dance atelier, contemporary art exhibitions, library, conferences, seminars, and etc. Besides these activities Akbank sponsors major art festivals like Istanbul Film Festival. Akbank is the only partner for funding.
Contact (1) Full Name
Derya Bigalı
Head of the organisation
Derya Bigalı
Contact (2) Full Name
Ay?egül Co?kun

Akdeniz University Euromed Youth Center

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Akdeniz University International Relations Office
Rectorate
07068 Antalya/
Turkey

Telephone
+902423102195
E-Mail
nbuyukkalay@akdeniz.edu.tr
E-Mail (2)
nurgulbuyukkalay@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
+905327282114
Organisation Type
Public Institution
Year of Establishment
1982
Fields of Activity
  1. International/Cultural relations
  2. Research
  3. Youth and education
General Information
Akdeniz University was founded in Antalya in 1982, and provides education and training leading to internationally recognised qualifications in 20 Faculties, 7 Graduate Schools, 3 Schools, 14 Vocational Schools and 1 Conservatory which together provide 457 separate programmes at the level of associate degree, master’s degree, doctorate degree, as well as specialisation in medicine, for approximately 60,000 students. Akdeniz University has been working in the field of youth work since 2007, when the first steps were taken towards founding a European-Mediterranean Youth Centre in the region. As a result of cooperation with the European Commission, the Council of Europe, and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, a decision was reached and conveyed to the Council of Higher Education which gave approval for the establishment of the EuroMed Youth Centre under the authority of Akdeniz University. The Education and Application Centre, which had been founded in Adrasan in 2009, was then converted to become the EuroMed Youth Centre, which launched its first official international activities in 2012. The first training course held was in conjunction with the MOSAIC group from the Council of Europe, and the SALTO-YOUTH Research Centre.
Mission and Objectives

Our mission is to organize activities which contribute to the personal development, social inclusion and active citizenship of young people, and which encompass the priorities of the Council of Europe including human rights, democracy and the rule of law. The activities should promote social cohesion and cultural diversity by supporting the participation of young people in the life of the community, promote youth employability, and support creative, innovative and sustainable projects in the youth sector.
Our vision is that the EuroMed Youth Center will become a national leader, and a model for the effective application of youth work. We aim to encourage young people to respect human rights, democracy and the rule of law, and to create a community where young people feel empowered to make healthy decisions. We foresee a society where all people value young people, where young people value and respect every member of the community, and where young people become a productive part of society.

Main Projects / Activities

Akdeniz University, which is a member of the European Universities Association (EUA) and the International Association of Universities (IAU), attaches the greatest importance to internationalisation. The International Relations Office, which shares the vision of Akdeniz University, is responsible for Erasmus+ Programme, International Cooperation and Publicity, the Bologna Process, as well as the IAESTE, Farabi and Mevlana Exchange Programmes.
To make a contribution to a general increase in the quality of youth work,
To organize activities and produce resources designed to increase public awareness of young people and youth work through sustainable development and ecology, and through the development of an eco-friendly approach,
To make a contribution to the public debate on the development of youth policy,
To promote the use of non-formal education methods in youth work, and to contribute to the development of a non-formal education approach in formal education,
To work towards greater inclusion of disadvantaged young people into youth work,
To conduct research, and to prepare publications and informative tools in the field of youth matters and youth work,
To contribute to intercultural dialogue, and to encourage cultural cooperation between young people from different cultures.To establish an electronic communications network in cooperation with national and international academic units working in the field of youth matters and youth organizations,
To encourage young people to behave in a way which is beneficial to humanity; to be investigative, creative and integrative, and to work towards an improvement in their capacity to participate voluntarily in the life of the community,

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

As we are leading university and have Euromed Youth Center within the university structure, we can use the benefits of being a university and public institution in the area. We are running a wide range of European Union projects and international cooperations with the countries from all over the world.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

As AFL aims to bring people together from across the Mediterranean to improve mutual respect between cultures and to support civil society, we would like to be a part of such a leading foundation which we believe contribute to our development.

Contact (1) Full Name
Nurgul Buyukkalay
Job Title
Coordinator
Head of the organisation
Prof.Dr. Israfil Kurtcephe

Akdeniz University International Relations Office

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Rectorate 6th floor, Akdeniz University Dumlupinar Boulevard
TR-07058 Campus ANTALYA, TURKEY

Antalya/
Turkey

Telephone
00902423102125
Telephone (other)
00902423106640
Fax
00902423106629
E-Mail
euromed@akdeniz.edu.tr
E-Mail (2)
international@akdeniz.edu.tr
E-Mail (3)
genclik@akdeniz.edu.tr
E-Mail (4)
bozkan@akdeniz.edu.tr
Mobile Phone
00905434568716
Organisation Type
Public Institution
Year of Establishment
1982
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Democracy and community development
  3. Environment/Sustainable development
  4. Gender
  5. Heritage
  6. Human rights
  7. International/Cultural relations
  8. Media
  9. Others
  10. Religion
General Information
As a result of these studies, which took into account the current situation of our university and current developments in higher education, a list of proposed activities related to internationalization was presented, with briefing files, to our Rector Prof. Dr. Israfil Kurtcephe. This programme of activities, which would encompass the Erasmus, Farabi and Mevlana Exchange Programmes, the Bologna Process, EU Youth Programmes, IAESTE, and Joint Degree Programmes, would be carried out under the name of the International Relations Office. In order to maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of our internationalization activities, the Board of Directors produced a restructuring proposal on September 12th 2012. This required units responsible for the Erasmus, Farabi and Mevlana Exchange Programmes, Bologna Process, EU Youth Programmes, IAESTE, Joint Degree Programmes, as well as proposed activities related to the internationalization of business and transactions, to be brought together under the title; 'The International Relations Office'. The International Relations Office was thereby established as the link between the International Relations Coordinator and the offices created to represent the 5 main fields of activity; the EU Education and Youth Programme, International Cooperation and Publicity, the Bologna Process, the Farabi Programme and the Mevlana Programme. In addition, in order to ensure an efficient level of communication for all internationalization activities, the 6th floor of the Rectorate Building has been established as a dedicated location where all of the main units dealing with international relations can be brought together under the title; “the International Relations Office”. The International Relations Coordination Board was established in order to ensure there was effective coordination between the units, and to monitor all activities carried out by the International Relations Office within the new structure. The International Relations Coordination Commission was created with the participation of the Office Coordinators (The Farabi Coordinator, the EU Education and Youth Programme Coordinator, the Bologna Process Vice-Coordinator, the International Cooperation and Publicity Coordinator, and the Mevlana Coordinator), as well as the Head of the Registrar's Office, the Head of the Department of Health, Culture and Sports, and the Head of the Student Council. Meetings of the Board, which will be chaired by the Vice-Rector responsible for International Relations Prof. Dr. Muharrem KILIÇ, will be held once a month. The minutes of the International Relations Coordination Board will be submitted to the Rector’s Office every other month. The Internationalization Strategy Council (ISC) has also been established within the structure of the International Relations Office, and is expected to take on a very important role in the internationalization process of our university. In the restructuring of the International Relations Office, the Internationalization Strategy Council is expected to play a crucial role in the internationalization process of our university. The aims of the Council are to identify and direct the internationalization strategy of our University, and to contribute to the work of the International Relations Office. The members of the Internationalization Strategy Council will be selected from the academic staffs of the Faculties and Schools of Akdeniz University, who wish to voluntarily contribute their expertise to help define the effective Internationalization Strategy needed to become a world class University. The Internationalization Strategy Council, meeting under the presidency of Vice-Rector Prof. Dr. Muharrem Kılıç, is expected play a crucial role in our University’s Internationalization Strategy. Selection of the members of the Internalization Strategy Council is currently in progress, and once the process is complete the Council will meet once during each academic semester, after which the minutes of the meetings will be submitted to the Rector. The institutional structuring of the International Relations Office, European Union Education and Youth Programmes, International Cooperation and Publicity, the Bologna Process, the Farabi Programme and the Mevlana Programme has enabled us to define the positions and roles of the staff members, as well as the institutional identity and the aims of the Internationalization Strategy Council and the International Relations Coordination Council. An office logo has been designed in order to establish and promote our new identity, and the form and distribution of the facilities of the International Relations Office is rapidly taking shape. With so much work having been completed, the development of the webpages of the International Relations Office is our next priority. Topics which can be found on our webpages include information on the Erasmus, Farabi, and Mevlana Programmes, the Bologna Process, European Union Education and Youth Programmes, IAESTE, Joint Diploma Programmes, as well as other documents dealing with internationalization, relevant forms, announcements, and the minutes of meetings. The International Relations Office webpage was activated as part of the university’s main webpage on September 17th 2012. Information is available in both Turkish and English at present, while work on pages in Russian, French and Chinese will start in the forthcoming semester.
Mission and Objectives

Mission & Vision
In pursuit of our goal of becoming a world-class university which is capable of fulfilling all the demands of an effective internationalization strategy;
Our Mission:
To develop an appropriate and sustainable internationalisation strategy,
To design and implement an international student recruitment strategy for our university,
To actively work towards increasing the number of international students,
To coordinate the mobility of our students, academic staff and administrative staff,
To put into practice the standards and principles of the Bologna Process,
To provide information on issues related to education and youth to students of Akdeniz University,
To establish a framework within which we can obtain the maximum benefit from international programmes and projects,
To monitor the coordination of international agreements in fields such as; international cooperation, double degree programmes and exchange programmes,
To pursue active participation in all activities that promote our university’s involvement in the field of international cooperation,
To publicise within our university the international facilities of our partner universities.
Our vision:
Our vision is to become an office which puts into practice the internationalization strategies of our university effectively and in a sustainable way, to be attuned to the new conditions of the higher education system in the field of internationalization, and to make the best contribution we can to Akdeniz University’s internationalization strategy.

Main Projects / Activities

The International Relations Office is our next priority. Topics which can be found on our webpages include information on the Erasmus, Farabi, and Mevlana Programmes, the Bologna Process, European Union Education and Youth Programmes, IAESTE, Joint Diploma Programmes, as well as other documents dealing with internationalization, relevant forms, announcements, and the minutes of meetings.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We will involve and let you know all activities for your foundation as well as we would like to promote your Foundation to organise different activites together. Our aim to be a bridge between Europeand and Mediterranean countries to solve the problems and obstacles of young people who leave in Euromed Area.
With regards,

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

İn 2012 we have been developed a project which is called "Euromed youth Centre".
Our center is dedicated to serving the youth sector and young people. We strongly feel that Turkey is in unique position to build a bridge between Europe and the countries of the Mediterranean with the support of outstanding institutions on our Steering Committee working in the field of youth, as well as being a pioneer in non-formal education as the leader of the youth sector.
We have a lot of partners from Europe, but our vision is to be active and organise activites for Mediterrenaen countries. Your foundation will be a way for us to organise free and social activites for MEDA countries as well.

Contact (1) Full Name
Prof.Dr. Burhan ÖZKAN
Head of the organisation
Prof.Dr. İsrafil KURTCEPHE
Contact (2) Full Name
Serap YETER

AKİKAD

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Abdulezelpasa St.
34000 İstanbul /
Turkey

Telephone
05052599654
E-Mail
gerdemunlu@hotmail.com
Organisation Type
Individual Person
Year of Establishment
2008
Fields of Activity
  1. Gender
General Information

Women organizations

Mission and Objectives

Women

Main Projects / Activities

Women project

Contact (1) Full Name
Gulten Erdem Unlu/ DR/ MD
Job Title
President
Head of the organisation
Aktif İş Kadınları Derneği

AKVİL - AVRASYA KÜLTÜR İŞBİRLİĞİ VE İŞ LOBİSİ VAKFI

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Sanatoryum Cad.Boru Sok.8/22 Keçiören - Ankara - TÜRKİYE
Aynı
Keçiören/
Turkey

Telephone
+90.312.360 13 35
E-Mail
akvilvakfi@yahoo.com
Mobile Phone
+90.538 401 94 73
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
1996
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Democracy and community development
  3. Environment/Sustainable development
  4. Human rights
  5. International/Cultural relations
  6. Youth and education
General Information
Ülkemizle ülkeler arasındaki sosyal,kültürel,turizm,çevre ve insan hakları alanlarındaki ilişkilerin geliştirilmesi için projeler yapmaktayız.Ulusal ve Uluslararası Sosyal,Kültürel,Turizm, etkinlikleri Kongre,Toplantı,Sergi,Fuar düzenlemekteyiz.
Mission and Objectives

Türkiye de 81 il de,Yurt dışında 46 ülke de temsilciliğimiz bulunmaktadır.
Üyelerimiz Proje Çözüm ortaklarımızdır.Firmalar,Kurum,Kuruluş,Belediyeler.
Her bir projemizin bütçesinin kaynağını proje çözüm ortaklarımız karşılamaktadır.
Fon kaynaklarından yararlanmadık.
Eylem yöntemlerimiz somut projelerdir.
Kuruluşumuzun projelerine /etkinliklerine katılan Belediyeler,Kamu kurum ve kuruluşları STK lardır.

Main Projects / Activities

1.PROJEMİZ  ULUSLARARASI KENTLER,BELEDİYELER & İŞ DÜNYASI TOPLANTILARI VE ZİRVESİ,FUARI
2.PROJEMİZ : ULUSLARARASI MARDİN İNANÇ TURİZMİ
3.PROJEMİZ : ULUSLARARASI GENÇLER DE ÇEVRE,İNSAN HAKLARI DUYARLILIĞINI ARTIRMAK İÇİN ÇADIRLI YAZ KAMPLARI 

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Ağın paydaşlarının projelerine ortak olarak ve sponsor bularak.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Vakfımız,1600 STK NIN OLUŞTURDUĞU  " BAŞKENT ULUSLARARASI BARIŞ KARDEŞLİK PLATFORMU " ÜYESİDİR.
PLATFORMUMUZUN AYLIK TÜRKÇE-RUSCA,& TÜRKÇE-RUSYA-iNGİLİZCE " ULUSLARARASI SİVİL İNİSİYATİF GAZETESİ " VARDIR.
AKVİL VAKFI ETKİNLİKLERİNİ ULUSLARARASI BOYUTTA DAHA İYİ TANITMAK AMACI İLE ALF NİN DAVETLERİYLE AĞLARINA KATILMAKTAN ONUR DUYARIZ.
www.baskentplatformu.com 
www.gazetesivilinisiyatif.com 

Contact (1) Full Name
Metin GENÇ
Job Title
AKVİL Vakfı Genel Başkanı
Head of the organisation
Metin GENÇ

Alanya Kent Konsey Travel Program

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Alanya Konsey Travel Program

Alanya Kent Konsey will set off from Alanya on November 14 for the Çatalca Alaiye Martyrs' Commemoration Program, which is traditionally organised every year, to visit the cities and the cemeteries of the martyrs of Istanbul - Edirne - Çanakkale - Bursa for 5 days with 4 nights accommodation.

🌟 Travel Program Details 🌟
📅 Date: From 14 November to 18 November (4 nights 5 days)
🚌 Route: Istanbul - Edirne - Çanakkale - Bursa
🏞️ Places to Visit: Martyrs' cemeteries, historical sites, and more!
 

You can use the contact numbers above in the picture to get more information about the program in detail, to make a reservation or to contact Alanya Kent Konsey  for participation. Join this meaningful and history-filled trip. Let's keep the memory of  martyrs alive and create unforgettable memories .

Note: Please note that the dates or details of the program may change. For up-to-date information, contact the organisers directly using their contact numbers.

Alanya Kent Konseyi

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Şekerhane Mahallesi, Ayşe Ulusoy Caddesi, Yunusgücü Sokak Alanya Kent Konseyi Yerel Gündem 21 Hizmet Binası Alanya / Antalya
07400 Alanya/Antalya
Turkey

Telephone
02425125400
Telephone (other)
05323236250
Fax
02425125400
E-Mail
alanyakentkonseyi@gmail.com
E-Mail (2)
nurhanozcan07@hotmail.com
Mobile Phone
05323236250
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2007
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
General Information

The Alanya City Council acts as a bridge between the people of Alanya and the administration by bringing different groups and environments in Alanya together on the same platform and saying "We are managing together." In this context, we can say that participatory, democratic, and multi-actor management principles are realized in city governance. City Councils crown local democracy and show that they are schools of democracy.

The Alanya City Council, with its assemblies and working groups opened for interest groups, is a home for everyone regardless of any political views, ideology, language, religion, race, or sect. According to its regulations, no political formation or entity can be accepted in the Alanya City Council.

Mission and Objectives

With its democratic structure, the Alanya City Council has become one of the most active city councils in Turkey and served as the President of the Turkey City Councils Platform in the 16th term. The Alanya City Council represents the roof of civil society in Alanya with a total of 4 assemblies, including Youth, Women, Children, and Disabled City, and 33 working groups based on areas of interest. We serve with hundreds of volunteers in our assemblies and working groups, saying "Our Common Ground Alanya".

Main Projects / Activities

City Councils are democratic structures aimed at activating a multi-actor management model composed of government, private sector, and civil society organizations at the local level, to create a common mind and bring governance down from the top to the bottom. In other words, City Councils aim to create a management model and development policy based on local governance principles at the local level, through a partnership between central government, local government, civil society organizations, the private sector, and the local people.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

The Alanya City Council is an example of the Kent Councils, a democratic governance model based on the principle of local governance. Kent Councils aim to create a common understanding between government, private sector, and civil society organizations at the local level and bring governance from top to bottom. The Alanya City Council serves as a bridge between different groups and environments, bringing together the Alanya community and the government. This structure demonstrates the realization of participatory, democratic, and multi-actor governance principles.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Kent Councils such as the Alanya City Council are examples of local democracies with many positive aspects. Some of these are:

Creating Common Sense: Kent Councils aim to create a common sense among local government, private sector, and civil society organizations. This makes planning, policy making, and decision-making processes regarding the city's future more participatory and democratic.

Transparency in Governance: Kent Councils ensure that the governance processes are transparent and accountable. This allows the public to be informed about the city's governance and participate in decisions.

Participatory Governance: Kent Councils are structures that realize participatory, democratic, and multi-actor governance principles. This allows respect for the opinions and demands of all groups and environments living in the city and leads to fair and diverse city governance.

Strengthening Civil Society: Kent Councils increase democratization and social participation by ensuring the participation of civil society organizations and citizens in city governance. This makes civil society organizations stronger and more effective.

Bridge Function: Kent Councils bring together different groups and environments, acting as a bridge between the city's people and its administration. This increases direct citizen participation in city governance and makes the governance process more diverse and participatory.

Contact (1) Full Name
Nurhan Özcan
Job Title
President
Head of the organisation
Nurhan ÖZCAN

ALEV Primary School: Foundation of the Graduates of Austrian High School

National Network
Türkiye
Address

Kadirova Cad Omerli-Umraniye Istanbul Ayvalı Ciftligi Mevkii, Omerli Beldesi Umraniye
Istanbul/
Turkey

Telephone
+90 216 435 83 50
Telephone (other)
+90 216 435 83 51
Fax
+90 216 435 83 54
E-Mail
nesrinkacan@yahoo.com
E-Mail (2)
nkacan@alev.k12.tr
Mobile Phone
+90 533 253 0990
Mobile Phone (other)
+90 505 772 8164
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
2002
Fields of Activity
  1. Youth and education
General Information
The Private ALEV Schools were established by the graduates of St. Georgs Kolleg, Istanbul in 1998 by the Austrian High School Foundation (ALV). It is giving a multicultural and multilingual education. ALV grants yearly scholarships close to US$ 500.000-to students. There is a board of directors of the financial enterprise and there are 109 Turkish -14 foreign teachers,3 advisors, 19 social activities staff and 29 staff. The annual tuition of one student is euro 10.000/ school year. Our school has involved in the student exchanging programs and comenius projects supported by European Union. Main partners were the European countries and Brazil.
Mission and Objectives

• Mission:
ALEV Private Schools are Turkish school with a global perspective. Our multi-cultural education (There is a strong emphasis on the learning, understanding and use of foreign languages), innovative methodology, and bilingual program engage all students in developing their intellectual and human qualities so that they will become confident, ethical leaders and responsible citizens of Turkey and of the world community.
• Objective:
The goal of ALEV School is to be reputable nationally and internationally offering an educational program of the highest academic and ethical standards.
Vision:
The goal of Alev private Schools is to be respected nationally and internationally, offering an educational program of the highest academic and ethical standards.

Main Projects / Activities

Summer school in Austria, exchange programme with Austrian or German students, AFS and Rotary Club, International Orienteering Competition, Comenius Project.

Contact (1) Full Name
Mrs. Nesrin Kacan
Head of the organisation
Mr. Selman Behmuaras