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Cooperation Protocol with Central Hospital: Healthcare Benefits for Our Members and Volunteers
As Kıvılcım Association, we continue to develop strong corporate partnerships that directly contribute to the well-being of our members and volunteers. By the kind invitation of Ms. Monik İpekel, we were hosted at Central Hospital for a productive meeting where we connected with valuable new partners and took the first steps toward a long-term cooperation protocol. As a result of this meeting, an important partnership agreement has been launched between Central Hospital and Kıvılcım Association. Within the scope of this protocol, all members and volunteers of our association (including first-degree relatives) will be able to benefit from special advantages across all Central Hospital branches and all types of medical consultations. “Central Hospital is at your service on both sides of Istanbul for the health of Kıvılcım Association members and volunteers.”According to the agreement, members are entitled to a 35% discount on SGK-covered services and a 30% discount on private (out-of-pocket)
We Shared the Warmth in Kilyos with 750 Pieces of Clothing!
At Kıvılcım Association, we continue to strengthen social solidarity through meaningful community-focused activities. In collaboration with the Kilyos (Kumköy) Mukhtar’s Office, we successfully delivered 750 pieces of clothing to individuals and families in need, thanks to the generous support of our donors. This impactful event represents one of Kıvılcım Association’s ongoing efforts to create sustainable social change through practical support and community engagement. The donated clothes were carefully collected and distributed with the help of local authorities, ensuring that essential resources reached the right people at the right time. Our volunteers played a key role throughout the process, demonstrating the power of collective action and shared responsibility. Kıvılcım Association is not only focused on material aid but also committed to raising awareness and supporting personal development within society. Each of our activities aims to foster a culture of empathy, responsibility, and active citizenship. We believe that social impact is created
We Paused to Listen to Our Inner Voice: “Spark Within Us” Live with Oya Özer
At Kıvılcım Association, we continue to organize personal development focused activities that support individuals in understanding themselves better and discovering their inner potential. On December 16, 2025, we hosted an inspiring Instagram Live session titled “Spark Within Us” with the valuable facilitator Oya Özer. In today’s fast-paced world, it has become increasingly difficult to slow down and truly listen to ourselves. During this live broadcast, we focused on the concept of the inner voice and reflected on how often we ignore our own needs, emotions, and intuitive guidance. Through simple and relatable examples, Oya Özer shared how reconnecting with our inner voice can positively impact both mental clarity and emotional well-being. This session, one of the meaningful activities of Kıvılcım Association, was not just a talk but a space for self-reflection. Participants were encouraged to question their daily habits, decision-making patterns, and the external pressures that often silence their authentic
We Came Together for an Internal Communication Event with Codenames!
On Friday, November 28, the Kıvılcım Association team gathered for a fun and refreshing internal communication event organized by our Corporate Communications Department. It was a valuable opportunity to take a break from the busy work routine and experience a motivating, engaging, and energizing activity together. During the event, we played Codenames, discovering once again how an online game can strengthen communication and teamwork. Through this interactive game, we explored new sides of each other that we had not encountered before, witnessed different perspectives, and strengthened the bonds within our team by collaborating in a playful environment. Internal communication plays a crucial role in enhancing team harmony, motivation, and productivity. For this reason, activities like these hold a special place among the projects and activities we conduct within Kıvılcım Association. Being part of a team that values solidarity, creativity, and collaboration is one of the biggest sources of pride for
Kıvılcım Association Signed a Collaboration Protocol with Şişli Vocational School!
Kıvılcım Association has taken another meaningful step toward supporting young people in their educational journey. With the collaboration protocol signed with Şişli Vocational School (Şişli MYO), we are excited to launch new projects, activities, and opportunities designed to empower students and enhance their development. This partnership not only strengthens Kıvılcım Association’s ongoing efforts in education but also creates a sustainable foundation for programs that support students academically, socially, and personally. Through this protocol, we aim to co-create impactful activities such as workshops, seminars, volunteer programs, social responsibility initiatives, and student-centered events. All these efforts are designed to help students discover their strengths, unlock new skills, and contribute meaningfully to society. Collaboration between educational institutions and civil society organizations plays a crucial role in shaping a stronger and more equitable future. At Kıvılcım Association, our mission is to support equal opportunities in education and ensure that young people can access the