On February 3, 2026, a strategic meeting was held to evaluate and discuss the KA220-VET (Erasmus+ Cooperation Partnerships in Vocational Education and Training) project opportunities.

The meeting focused on enhancing institutional capacity, developing innovative vocational training modules, and strengthening international collaborations. Participants discussed potential project frameworks that align with the Istanbul Gedik University’s internationalism strategies.

The meeting was attended by Lecturer Yucel Kamar, International Relations and Erasmus Institutional Coordinator, and Dr. Meltem Kasapoğlu Çalık, Director of Gedik Vocational School, Dr. Kıvanç Ali Anıl and Dr. Doruk Gürkan from the Department of Mechanical Engineering joined the discussion alongside Lecturer Erkin Duman and Lecturer Hüseyin Kaygısız from the Machinery Program.

This meeting marks an important step toward expanding our university's role in VET projects.