THE GILKA’26 SUMMIT WAS HELD AT KGTÜ

The second annual GILKA (Career Stories Inspiring the Future) Summit, held this year at Konya Food and Agriculture University, brought together representatives from academia, the public sector, and industry with students, and was attended by a large number of participants.

The summit was highlighted by the participation of Mr. Reha Koçak, Provincial Representative of the T3 Foundation, and a special session led by Mr. Vehbi Konarılı, Provincial Director of Industry and Technology in Konya. At the event, which featured experts in their fields, participants had the opportunity to hear firsthand about current developments across various sectors and experiences that shed light on their career journeys.

Sessions featuring speakers from diverse disciplines addressed topics such as career planning processes, interdisciplinary work culture, the evolving dynamics of the business world, and how young people can adapt to these changes. Insights based on real-life experiences were followed with great interest by the participants.

The activities organized as part of the summit were not limited to sessions alone. Participants had the opportunity to visit career booths to engage directly with various institutions and communities, utilize resume consulting services, and gain the chance to concretize their future goals in hands-on activities such as the “vision board” workshop.
Bringing together leading experts in their fields, the summit offered participants a multifaceted development environment by bridging academic knowledge with industry experience. The interactions established throughout the event contributed to the formation of sustainable connections between students and professionals.

The GILKA Summit, which stood out for its knowledge sharing, inspiring content, and strong lineup of speakers, successfully concluded by offering significant takeaways to guide young people on their career journeys.