Partnerships and Collaborations

BEST PRACTICES IN PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS

The primary strategic aim of Kadir Has University is to become a worldwide recognized research university, as stated in its 2020-2024 Strategic Plan. The university's steadfast dedication to prioritizing internationally-funded and externally-funded research endeavors is fundamental to achieving this goal. Numerous research initiatives have taken root in this area, demonstrating the institution's collaborative spirit that reaches out across various fields and industries that are all committed to the pursuit of innovative best practices.
 
A notable increase in the number of ongoing research projects has resulted from Kadir Has University's unwavering commitment to an outcome-driven strategy in broadening the scope of research projects and achieving best practices. This includes those that are ongoing or finished within a specific academic year and shows the outstanding advancements the university has made in its research initiatives. The increased funds, which are a result of Kadir Has University's efforts, demonstrate the university's dedication to helping professors and researchers achieve their goals of excellence.


COLLABORATION WITH GOVERNMENT

KADIR HAS UNIVERSITY & ISTANBUL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY/MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECT: DESIGNHUB-IST 

Located inside the grounds of Kadir Has University, the DESIGNHUB-IST Design, Education, and Application Centre is an active organization committed to developing projects, services, and applications that bring significant value to Istanbul's design scene.
 
In keeping with our primary goal of elevating the status of creative industries in the country's design sector, the DESIGNHUB-IST operates as a physical hub as well as a digital platform, providing a range of services to businesses engaged in design-related activities, particularly those developing into design hubs, mostly in Istanbul. Working in the more general field of interior design, our main goal is to support the development of high-end designs in areas like lighting, acoustics, and evidence-based/user-oriented design.

By means of our center, which serves as a platform for cooperative design research between academic institutions, government agencies, and the commercial sector, we aim to promote practical projects and knowledge sharing, promoting multidisciplinary service models. By working together, we hope to improve the nation's service delivery system and quality of life while meeting a range of needs.

It is important to clarify that the information contained in this publication, which was created as part of the Istanbul Development Agency-sponsored "DESIGNHUB-IST Design, Training, and Application Center" Project, does not represent the opinions of the Ministry of Development or the Istanbul Development Agency. The project's benefactor is the only one with content accountability.

URBAN DATA DASHBOARD

Kadir Has University's Istanbul Studies Center and the Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV) have partnered to carry out the project "Empowering Civil Society and Municipalities for Data-Driven Participatory Gender Equality Policies." The project is purposefully crafted to meet the pressing demand for easily obtainable information regarding gender disparities and how they are distributed at the local community level, particularly in the areas of İzmir and Balıkesir. The primary goal is to emphasize the importance of making decisions based on data, and this goal is successfully achieved by visualizing the data on an interactive platform.

By encouraging more cooperation and partnership between CSOs and local government entities, the project hopes to increase advocacy efforts within civil society organizations. Women's CSOs have a platform to express new, varied, and concrete demands for urban governance based on gender equality when geographical and urban evidence is provided. This gives these CSOs the ability to take part in advocacy work and informed engagement that promotes gender equality, which in turn promotes good change and social progress.

As part of the project's comprehensive efforts, gender-sensitive neighborhood-level datasets were meticulously compiled for both of the project cities. These datasets encompassed a wide range of critical indicators, including average household size, marital status, educational attainment, population density, access to preschool education, health services, and the availability of public transportation services. In order to facilitate the monitoring of gender inequalities across geographic distributions, thematic and synthesis maps were created.

For more detailed information and access to these invaluable resources, you are encouraged to visit the following link: https://map.kent95.org/#. This online platform offers a wealth of insights and data-driven tools that can shed light on the gender disparities within these neighborhoods, fostering informed decision-making and promoting equality and inclusivity.

FATIH MUNICIPALITY & KHAS SURVEY PROJECTS 

During the initial phase of the project, which has been collaboratively undertaken by Istanbul Fatih Municipality and Kadir Has University since 2022, the primary objective is to address the renovation and maintenance of a total of 70 buildings. These specific structures, identified by the Municipality, are systematically documented within a dedicated database. This project represents a concerted effort to eliminate any gaps in data pertaining to the buildings within the region and to establish a comprehensive address planning database.

Prior to the commencement of the survey activities in this region, a comprehensive three-dimensional scanning process was conducted for all the previously identified buildings. Three-dimensional scanning can be likened to an X-ray for buildings, offering an intricate view of the structures with all their intricate details. Subsequently, on a parcel-by-parcel basis, survey work was diligently carried out at each location where the scanned buildings are situated, and the acquired data was methodically integrated into the Municipality's database.

Out of the 70 surveys originally slated for completion, a significant milestone has been reached with the successful completion of 39 surveys. The ongoing efforts are directed toward finalizing the remaining surveys for the remaining islands and parcels, ensuring that this important database is both comprehensive and up-to-date.

In the unfortunate event of a disaster, such as building damage or demolition, it becomes essential to access the historical records and information related to the buildings on that island parcel. This underscores the crucial importance of conducting building surveys, which are being diligently pursued by public institutions. The ongoing efforts to complete these missing surveys play a pivotal role in ensuring that vital historical data about these structures is readily available for reference and decision-making in times of need.

On 2 August 2023, in the evaluation meeting on "Surveying, Restitution and Restoration Studies of Immovable Cultural Heritage in Istanbul Province" held under the chairmanship of Istanbul Governor Davut GÜL in the meeting hall of Istanbul Governorship AFAD, Fatih Mayor Mehmet Ergün Turan mentioned the surveying studies we carried out and said that it is the first university among universities to undertake such a project.

TRAINING FOR YOUNG WOMEN SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS AT KADIR HAS UNIVERSITY AND ISTANBUL METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

Together, Kadir Has University and the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) are leading an impressive project that aims to train and employ young women with high levels of talent. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of our Republic, the Human Resources and Training Department of the IBB launched the "Female Software Developer Training Program", which aims to train and place 100 women in the Information Technology sector.

For those with an associate's or bachelor's degree who want to work in information technology, IBB has started offering free training courses. Thirty female software developer candidates were chosen by IBB and sent to Kadir Has University following a demanding three-stage evaluation process. Officially, the training programs started on Monday, December 12, 2022.
 
Students at Kadir Has University, which is essential in producing the kind of trained labor that the technology industry needs, began a 500-hour training program during their first week of classes. They learned about the "Introduction to Computer Programming" and "Career in the Informatics World" courses, which were taught by renowned professors from our Department of Management Information Systems. We have Prof. Dr. Hasan Dağ, our Vice Rector and Director of R&D Resources, overseeing this educational initiative. During the second week of the program, participants studied a 450-hour "Applied Computer Programming" curriculum that took place over 15 weeks. They gain the information and practical abilities necessary to succeed in the field of computer programming through this intensive instruction.
 
Prof. Dr. Hasan Dağ said that Kadir Has University is pleased to work with IBB on a mission that promotes equal opportunity for young women in our country through the "Program to Train Female Software Developers." He continued by stating, "We are delighted to support this initiative, which shares common goals and principles with our White Doves Scholarship Program, a program designed to aid financially constrained but high-achieving students, especially women facing such challenges." 32 young women all participated actively in this project, receiving tuition-free instruction focused on preparing them for careers as software developers and advancing gender equality and female empowerment in the technology industry.

Detailed information about the 
Program to Train Female Software Developers

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KADIR HAS UNIVERSITY & SILIVRI MUNICIPALITY FREE ENGLISH EDUCATION 
 
Silivri Municipality and Kadir Has University have organized a special project that will help young people. Free English language classes, covering secondary and high school levels, were offered to pupils between the ages of 10 and 17 as part of this program. 53 students took part in this project and received free instruction in the English language, which improved their language proficiency and educational chances.
 
To access the university preference results for the 2022-2023 academic year, kindly click here.
 
For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.khas.edu.tr/khas-gencler-icin-silivri-belediyesi-ile-isbirligi-yapiyor/ 

 

COLLABORATION WITH NGOs

HERITOPOLIS
 
Kadir Has University's Istanbul Studies Center is a key partner in Heritopolis, an international initiative that bridges the realms of heritage and metropolitan challenges with the ultimate goal of promoting sustainable urban development. This partnership operates within the framework of the UNHabitat Universities Network Initiative (UNI), more specifically, the UNI Hub on Metropolitan Management.
 
Given the projected growth of metropolises to become the world's most populous urban category by 2035, Heritopolis revolves around several vital research questions:
  • What specific role can heritage play in advancing the sustainability of 21st-century metropolises?
  • How can the metropolitan context redefine our understanding of heritage?
  • What distinguishes metropolitan heritage from other forms of heritage?
  • Can we perceive the metropolis itself as a heritage, and if so, how?

Heritopolis is committed to cultivating a holistic perspective, breaking free from traditional academic boundaries, and harnessing the insights of various disciplines and thought leaders. It embraces a triple helix approach that seamlessly integrates academia, governance, and industry to shape a progressive and comprehensive paradigm for the future of metropolitan development and heritage conservation.

To access additional information, kindly refer to the provided link: http://heritopolis.org/ 

KENT95 PROJECT

Kadir Has University's Istanbul Studies Center, in collaboration with the Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation (TESEV), has developed an interactive platform. This platform serves as a valuable tool for local governments, aiding them in monitoring their existing services and crafting strategies for forthcoming initiatives. Moreover, it empowers city residents by granting them access to comprehensive information about the services available in their urban area. You can explore this platform at https://map.kent95.org/

 
 
 
 
INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION
 
The Kadir Has University Center and Women's Studies Research Center have successfully concluded the Systematic Action for Gender Equality (SAGE) project, collaborating within a consortium that includes seven universities from across Europe.
 
Presently, the Center and Women's Studies Research Center are spearheading the GenderEX: Gender for Excellence in Research in partnership with three esteemed international institutions. GenderEX is a project strategically designed to foster networking, knowledge exchange, and the implementation of best practices to promote the integration of the Sex and Gender Dimension in Research Content (SGDRC). This collaboration involves the Gender and Women’s Studies Research Center at Kadir Has University (GWSRC-KHAS) in Turkey, along with three renowned international partners in this field: the University of Lund (Sweden), the University of Genoa (Italy), and Technological University Dublin (Ireland).
 
Kadir Has University is the academic partner of the UEFA Football Law Programme (UEFA FLP). The UEFA Football Law Programme (UEFA FLP) is specifically designed for legal professionals who wish to keep up to date with the latest developments in football law and to broaden their understanding of relevant topics.

The program comprises four week-long sessions, which address key issues and topical aspects of football law. It has been developed by UEFA in close cooperation with internationally renowned academic experts and practitioners. Detailed explanations can be found in the UEFA Academy program catalog.

CROSS-SECTORAL DIALOGUE
 
Kadir Has University's Center of Energy and Sustainable Development serves as a prominent exemplar of fostering cross-sectoral dialogue through its series of Energy and Climate Conversations.
 
The reports produced by the Center and Women's Studies Research Center, which shed light on the experiences of LGBTI employees in public and private sectors, stand as a prime illustration of cross-sectoral dialogue in terms of gender equality.
 
Additionally, the Center and Women's Studies Research Center have published the "Gender Equality Action Plan Toolkit for Institutional Change", a comprehensive guide tailored to facilitate profound transformation towards gender equality within a diverse array of organizations and corporations spanning multiple industries and sectors.