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OUR TEAM

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Foundation President (Chairman)

Dr. Selim Karanfil

Short Biography:

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Law and then completed his master's degree in Civil Society Organizations Management at Harvard University. He has been an active manager in education and social responsibility projects for 20 years.

Area of Expertise:
Civil society management, strategic planning, legal processes.

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Director of Education Projects

Prof. Dr. Elif Yaman

Short Biography:
Graduated from Boğaziçi University, Faculty of Education. Worked on national and international projects in the fields of educational technologies and curriculum development. Currently a faculty member at a foundation university.
Area of Expertise:
Contemporary education models, STEM projects, teacher training.

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Director of Scientific Research and Autism Projects

Dr. Ahmet Gurbuz

Short Biography:
She graduated from Hacettepe University, Department of Psychology, and then completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology. She has numerous scientific publications and project leadership on autism spectrum disorder.
Area of Expertise:
Autism research, clinical studies, social adaptation projects.

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Director of Financial and Administrative Affairs

Merve Aydin

Short Biography:
He graduated from Ankara University, Department of Business Administration. He has over 15 years of experience in finance, financial management and NGO budgeting. His previous work includes financial coordination of large foundation projects.
Area of Expertise:
Budget management, financial reporting, foundation legislation.

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Director of Communications and Public Relations

Caner Ozdemir

Short Biography:
He graduated from Istanbul Bilgi University, Faculty of Communication. He has 10 years of experience in media planning and digital campaign management in social responsibility projects.
Area of Expertise:
Creating public opinion, social media management, corporate communication.

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Scholarship Programs Coordinator

Aslihan Erdem

Short Biography:
Middle East Technical University (METU) Sociology graduate. Worked as a field coordinator in equal opportunity projects in education. Has strong field experience in student support programs.
Area of Expertise:
Scholarship administration, student support systems, field studies.

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Artificial Intelligence and Technology Projects Manager

Dr. Efe Tuncer

Short Biography:
A graduate of ITU Faculty of Electrical and Electronics, he conducted research on Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technologies at Stanford University. He developed innovative solutions in the field of educational technology.
Area of Expertise:
Artificial intelligence applications, digital transformation in education, robotic support systems.

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Autism Life Center Operations Manager

Burcu Derman

Graduated from Ankara University, Department of Special Education. Has 12 years of experience in the rehabilitation and social integration of individuals with autism. Worked as a manager in many private centers.
Area of Expertise:
Special education, life center management, individual support programs.

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Donation and Fundraising Coordinator

Kerem Sari

Short Biography:
Graduated from Koç University, Department of International Relations. Has 8 years of experience in fundraising, donation campaign management and sponsorship agreements in NGOs.
Area of Expertise:
Donation strategies, corporate partnerships, campaign management.

Alp Education and Research Foundation

Cavit Citak Street, 3/2E, 34726, Fenerbahce, Istanbul

+90 216 385 30 48

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