The Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) Türkiye Network gathered for the "National Network Meeting and Ideathon" in Konya on April 4–5, 2026. Bringing together representatives from 25 institutions across various regions of Turkey at the Selçuk University ERASMUS House, this significant event was successfully held under the coordination of System and Generation Association, the ALF Türkiye Coordinator.

🤖 AI Training and Ideathon

The meeting, themed "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Management in Civil Society and Youth Entrepreneurship," was organized in two main stages. On the first day, under the coordination of S&G, participants received comprehensive training on the effective use of AI tools in NGO management. The integration of tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Canva AI into reporting, campaign design, and visual communication was explored in depth.

Following the training, the Ideathon kicked off, where participants were divided into 4 groups to develop innovative projects on "Youth Entrepreneurship Incentives" by actively utilizing AI tools. On the second day, projects were evaluated through jury presentations, and the event concluded with a certificate ceremony.

🎯 Purpose of the Event

ALF Türkiye National Network Meetings aim to build the capacity of member institutions in specialized fields, strengthen networking collaborations, and increase the visibility of the Anna Lindh Foundation in Türkiye. As System and Generation, in our capacity as the Türkiye Coordinator, we continue to strengthen the network's capacity and support innovative solutions in civil society.

We extend our gratitude to all participating institutions and individuals who made this event possible. 🙏

🏛️ Participating Institutions:

  • System and Generation Association – ALF Türkiye Coordinator

  • Evcikuzkışla Culture and Solidarity Association

  • Natural Life Association (Doğal Yaşam Derneği)

  • Baturay Group

  • Kalem Culture Association

  • ÖZEV

  • Çankaya University Women's Studies Application and Research Center

  • Turkmen Immigrant Refugee and Asylum Seekers Solidarity Association (TÜGÖDER)

  • Traditional Green Environment Association

  • International Mediterranean Volunteering Association

  • Bursa Innovative Volunteering and Sports Association

  • Zeugma Youth Association

  • Sof Dağı Youth and Sports Association

  • Efem Mediterranean Youth Association

  • Ensemble Feverish Music (EFM) International Culture Agency

  • Lions Club

  • Our Common Future Research, Communication and Solidarity Association

  • Isparta Tenzile Erdoğan Anatolian High School

  • Selçuk University