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Empowering Türkiye's Youth with AI Expertise and Global Know-How for Future Technologies

Türkiye Jan 10. 2025

Samsung Türkiye will contribute to the "Sector on Campus" Program, an initiative led by the Ministry of Industry and Technology aimed at equipping young people with essential digital skills for the future. Since 2020, Samsung Innovation Campus, implemented in collaboration with UNDP Türkiye, has been equipping students with cutting-edge knowledge and hands-on experience in artificial intelligence (AI). Through this partnership, Samsung Türkiye will extend its expertise and global know-how in AI to university campuses, preparing students to thrive in the evolving technological landscape.

As part of the National Technology Academy's digital learning platform, Samsung Türkiye is supporting the country's "National Technology Move" by offering AI training through the Innovation Campus Program. This collaboration has already reached hundreds of students, helping them develop problem-solving skills and AI-driven competencies necessary to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.

with Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology, Zekeriya Çoştu and Samsung Electronics VP Murat Azdemir in signing ceremony

A Collaborative Vision for the Future

The Sector on Campus Program, launched under the leadership of the Ministry of Industry and Technology of the Republic of Türkiye, aims to enhance skilled human resources in key sectors by connecting industry professionals with university students. Through the Samsung Innovation Campus, launched with UNDP Türkiye as the first of its kind in the country, Samsung will provide AI training to young people aged 18-29. The program equips them with technical and problem-solving skills to thrive in the digital transformation era.

"As one of the world's leading technology manufacturers, we are pioneering change and transformation in innovative technologies and AI," said Murat Azdemir, Vice President of Mobile Business at Samsung Electronics Türkiye. "We are excited to contribute to the National Technology Move led by the Ministry of Industry and Technology with Samsung Innovation Campus, which focuses on accessibility and equal opportunities, to reach more young people at universities with the cooperation of our partners.”

Accelerating Türkiye's Green and Digital Transformation

At the core of Samsung Innovation Campus is a vision to drive Türkiye’s green and digital transformation. Participants in the program work on AI projects that address real-world challenges and contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which 193 United Nations member countries have agreed to achieve by 2030. After completing their training, the students will receive mentorship to bring their innovative ideas to life.

Through Samsung Innovation Campus initiative reflecting Samsung Electronics' "AI for All” vision, many young people are taking the first steps in their professional careers and finding employment.

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