Every young person carries a great talent within. On its own, this talent may not be able to reveal its true strength. Sometimes, it finds that strength only when it comes together with other young people and different ideas. When young people move together, support one another, and work in solidarity, they not only bring out their individual abilities but also lay the foundation for social transformation. For social transformation to be innovative and effective, young people carry a great responsibility.

Why are young people stronger together?

In Turkish, there is a proverb that says, “Strength is born from unity.” This saying is used to express the power created by coming together. Young people who work collectively can share the pressure and burden felt when individual efforts fall short. Knowing that one is part of a group increases self-confidence while also strengthening a sense of belonging.

Collective work brings together individuals with different experiences and perspectives. When young people come together, they not only become stronger, but also begin to produce more creative and effective solutions by inspiring one another.

Solidarity in times of crisis

Today, the challenges faced by young people are becoming increasingly complex, often bringing various periods of crisis along with them. It is especially during these moments that the importance of solidarity becomes clear. Solidarity is not only a means of emotional support; it is also an effective way to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger from difficult processes.

Young people who are psychologically and structurally strengthened within a supportive environment can face peer bullying, family pressure, academic challenges, and career uncertainties in a more resilient and equipped manner.

Social responsibility

Social responsibility reflects the effort of individuals to improve not only their own lives but also the environment they live in. When young people take responsibility in areas such as the environment, education, equality, health, and volunteering, they bring new perspectives to social issues.

By participating in social initiatives, young people come together with people who genuinely believe in their potential and guide them, discovering paths toward achieving their goals. This process is not limited to individual growth; it also enables young people to become pioneers of lasting and positive change within society.

Aslı Şahin
Yücel Cultural Foundation
Volunteer Writer