On November 2, 2025, Change Leaders Association (Değişim Liderleri Derneği – DLD) took part in the Türkiye İş Bankası Istanbul Marathon, joining tens of thousands of runners in the world’s only marathon that connects two continents.     As we ran from one continent to another, we carried hope, solidarity, and strength for the leadership...

The LeaderSHEp in STEM Project has been launched in Eskişehir to support young women studying in STEM fields by strengthening their leadership skills and preparing them for inclusive, future-ready workplaces. Implemented through the collaboration of Değişim Liderleri Derneği (Change Leaders Association) and Ford Otosan, the project is supported by a GlobalGiving grant awarded in partnership...

  For the 2025–2026 program year, the Sparks Program received 550 applications from young women representing 135 universities across 76 cities in Türkiye. Following a multi-stage, competency-based selection process, 112 participants were accepted into the program, reflecting a 20% acceptance rate. This year, the Sparks curriculum deepens around two core learning areas: Wellbeing and Gender...