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Mehmet Erden

Co-Founder & Manager

Mehmet, a graduate of Public Relations and Publicity from Anadolu University, is an active youth leader with a strong local profile. He has led capacity-building initiatives within civil society organizations, focusing on strengthening youth participation and organizational development. He also served as a coordinator for UNICEF’s Generation Unlimited program for one year, enhancing youth engagement in decision-making processes. Through Erasmus+ and ESC projects in Portugal, Germany, and across Europe, he has gained valuable intercultural experience. His work emphasizes environmental sustainability, children’s rights, and social inclusion, while promoting active citizenship and social responsibility both locally and internationally.

Mehmet Erden

Youth Istanbul is a dynamic and rapidly growing youth organization dedicated to empowering young individuals through international cooperation, non-formal education, and active citizenship. As part of a larger Youth HUB, Youth Istanbul builds on extensive experience in youth work, leadership development, and European project implementation.

Organization ID: E10389751

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