22 October 2025 | 789 Times Viewed
This year’s STKFest, themed “Vision of Mutual Transformation,” redefines the relationship between civil society and youth. Over 30 NGOs, 100 student clubs, and nearly 15,000 young participants will gather in Istanbul on October 22–23, 2025.
A New Era in NGO–Youth Relations
TGTV Chairman Av. İsmail Tuğrul and IDSB Secretary General Eyüp Akbal stated in a joint declaration:
“STKFest is a reflection of a civil society vision that not only listens to young people but thinks and transforms with them. Our call is no longer ‘Join us,’ but ‘How can we grow together?’”
The main goal of STKFest is to build direct engagement between university students and NGOs, turning youth into partners in civil society transformation.
Scope and Objectives of the Event
STKFest 2025 will host more than 30 NGOs, over 100 student clubs, and nearly 15,000 young participants, making it one of Turkey’s most comprehensive civil society–youth gatherings.
The event will feature:
NGO exhibition booths,
Workshops and training programs,
Disaster and humanitarian aid exhibitions,
Project and group competitions,
Stage performances and award ceremonies.
University clubs from Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University, Ibn Haldun University, Haliç University, and Istanbul Commerce University will participate actively.
Experience Zones and Activity Highlights
STKFest 2025 will go beyond conventional presentations with interactive, experience-based engagement areas, including:
VR Gaza Streets Experience
Disaster and Humanitarian Aid Equipment Exhibition
AI Art & Knowledge Contests
Wooden Coaster, Ceramic Cup, and Fabric Pencil Case Workshops
Tent Setup and Tug-of-War Competitions
Volunteer Passport Raffle
Core Message of STKFest
TGTV Chairman İsmail Tuğrul:
“STKFest is not an event where young people only listen — it’s where they speak, and civil society listens... We see youth not as passive audiences but as partners in civil transformation.”
IDSB Secretary General Eyüp Akbal:
“The strongest aspect of civil society is its spirit of volunteerism — and volunteerism is renewed through youth. This meeting is a new model where NGOs directly connect and build lasting bonds with young people.”
Event Details
📅 Date: October 22–23, 2025
🕙 Opening: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – 10:00 AM
📍 Venue: Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University (İZÜ) Campus
🌐 Website: www.stkfestivali.com
📞 Contact:
TGTV: +90 (212) 534 04 07–08 | ✉️ tgtv@tgtv.org
IDSB: +90 (212) 534 52 52 | ✉️ bilgi@idsb.org
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