Youth Istanbul Project 2026 in Turkiye (Partially Funded)

An exciting opportunity for students and recent graduates from all around the world to join the Youth Istanbul Project 2026 (YIP 26) in Istanbul, Turkiye. The YIP 26 will be organised for the ninth time by the members of the Marmara Law Association in Istanbul from 22 to 28 February 2026. 


About Istanbul

Istanbul is located in the northwest of the Marmara region in Türkiye, and it is divided into two parts separated by the Bosphorus Strait, which makes the city located on two continents at one time: Europe and Asia. It is the largest city in Türkiye and the seventh largest city in the world in terms of population, with a population of about 15 million people. Istanbul contains many wonderful tourist places, including: Sultanahmet District, Hagia Sophia Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace, Galata Tower, Bosphorus Strait, Topkapi Palace and Suleymaniye Mosque. 


About Marmara Law Association

The founding phase of Marmara Law Association was completed in December 2014. The basic principles of Marmara Law Association are teamwork, dignity and development. The first activities of the association were to set up a computer class in Soma (Manisa, Türkiye), at Namek Kemal Primary School, which was damaged by a major mining accident, and to hold a seminar on the legal dimension of mining accidents. MLA's first international project was Youth Istanbul'18. It was held in April of 2018. Marmara Law Society has been working based on exemplary law education and the global agenda since its foundation.


About the Youth Istanbul Project 26

The Youth Istanbul Project will be organised for the ninth time in Türkiye by the members of the Marmara Law Association. By joining this event, participants will have the chance to learn about the economic, academic, and cultural life in Istanbul. The participants will also have an opportunity to step into the global world and the professional arena.

The participants will have the opportunity to become acquainted with key players in Turkey’s legal world about AI. Additionally, cultural trips will be arranged in two parts for each continent, allowing participants to explore Istanbul’s rich historical and mystical character. During their stay, guests will make international friends while attending social events organised by the Youth Istanbul Organisation Team. They will also have the chance to experience Turkish culture firsthand as they stay with local hosts.

This academically significant event provides an opportunity for our guests to explore a new country while enhancing their social skills and gaining a deeper understanding of various cultures, as well as the role of AI in law.


Eligibility  and Criteria for Youth Istanbul Project

This Project is for students and recent graduates from all over the world. 

- Applicants from Türkiye are not eligible to join this project.

- Applicants must be aged between 18 and 27 years to apply.

It is not required to have a degree or have current studies in law school or Art to apply, but you should be interested in these areas.

- Having a good level of English


Financial conditions for YIP 2026

- There is no application or participation fee for joining YIP 26.

- Participants will be hosted by hosts in Istanbul. Hosts shall provide a clean and comfortable room with access to free wifi for the participants. Hosts will always be in touch with you in case of any kind of emergency situation.

The participants will have free access to the kitchen at their host’s place.

- Special discounts for dinners.

- Free City Tours and Corporate Visits.

Airport Pick up Starter Pack.

- Travel costs and travel insurance from your country to Istanbul are all yours.


Timeline

Application deadline: 19 December 2025 (23:59, GMT +3)

Arrival day: 22nd of February 2026

Departure day: 28th of  February 2026

How to Apply?

- You need to write the following Data about yourself in Word, PDF or any Format and send this document to youthistanbulproject@gmail.com 

1. Full Name

2. Gender

3. Date of Birth 

4. Nationality

5. Contact Information (Telephone number)

6. University

7. Department of Study

8. Year of Graduation

9. Allergies/Food Preference(Vegan-Vegetarian etc.)

10. Contact person in case of emergency

11. Contact person’s telephone number

12. Travel Insurance Information

13. Languages You Speak (Level)

14. Have you visited Istanbul before?

15. Why are you interested in Istanbul?

16. What do you know about Istanbul? (Only with 3 words)

17. Can you stay with pets? (For host arrangement)

18. How did you learn about us?

19. Describe yourself (Very important for selection)

20. Why should you be selected for the Project? (Very important for selection)

21. What are your expectations for the YIP week? (Very important for selection)

22. A picture of yourself (Very important for selection)

Note: As long as your application includes the required information, it can be in any format (you can e.g. include a résumé, video clips, pictures, or links to social media accounts in your application).  You need to AT LEAST provide the information above. Feel free to be as creative as creative while sending your application. 


More Details

for more details about Youth Istanbul Project'26, check their website from HERE


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