Istanbul: The International Student Summit ISTSUM'25 is set to take place in Istanbul on Saturday, December 27, under the theme 'Focus,' as announced by the organizers. The event, hosted by the Bab-i Alem International Student Association at the Neslisah Sultan Cultural Center, aims to explore the impact of digital transformation on individuals, society, and the working world.
According to Anadolu Agency, the summit will feature prominent figures in its 'inspiring speakers' sessions. Notable participants include Bilisim Vadisi (Technology Development Zone) General Manager Erkam Tuzgen, Turkcell Director of Employee Experience Nurullah Er, SETCARD General Manager Oner Piyade, Head of the Artificial Intelligence Institute at Bogazici University Sefik Suayb Arslan, and Turkish Red Crescent Istanbul Provincial Chair Burcu Kosem. The event promises engaging talks, digital experience areas, surprise gifts, and prize draws, all while providing attendees the chance to network with students, academics, and industry professionals.
The summit is further supported by the Federation of International Student Associations (UDEF), the Fatih Municipality, and Turkish Airlines, with organizational backing from the Turkish National Agency and the European Union. Aimed at enhancing young people's digital skills, fostering intercultural interaction, and generating global impact through inspirational discussions, the summit is free to attend.
For additional information and registration details, interested parties can visit. Previous editions of the summit have successfully attracted over 950 participants and generated more than 2 million interactions on digital platforms. The event has welcomed international students from 203 countries, alongside more than 100 academics.