Meet the team

Here are a few faces from our team — but of course, many more incredible people contribute to Jugendbotschafter e.V. every day. We’re grateful for everyone in our community who makes our work possible. Thank you to all active members for your dedication and passion!

We also invite you to learn more about our Vision and Mission.

Beyza

Beyza

Chair Türkiye

“At JuBo, we always embrace deeper connections and aim to break down prejudices through our exchange. In our unique position within German-Turkish relations, we contribute to strengthening relationships, getting to know each other, and learning something new from every interaction. Here, we feel like a family in our safe space, while carrying out impactful projects and empowering each other. In an era where polarisation is rising and the voices of young people matter more than ever, we make our voices heard to drive change together. As someone with strong ties to both Türkiye and Germany, I’m truly happy to be part of this wonderful organization. Together, let’s build on JuBo’s successes, create impactful projects, and share our voices with even more people!”

Lukas

Lukas

Chair Germany

“With its peer-to-peer approach?and?the focus on Turkish-German relations, one thing is for sure: JuBo is special.?Now as a board member I want to make sure that JuBo keeps on doing what it does best: Providing opportunities for both German and Turkish youth to connect, get to know each other and work on common projects.”

Eda

Eda

Project Manager

I joined JuBo just four months ago through YASP’24, where I strengthened my dedication to contributing to the world and had the opportunity to engage in capacity-building alongside visionary and proactive young people. It was incredibly encouraging to see how much space was given for us to speak up, share ideas, and collaborate on impactful projects. This openness and focus on peer-to-peer collaboration have inspired me to bring my experience and passion to JuBo’s initiatives. As a project manager here, I’m excited to help amplify youth voices, foster meaningful collaboration, and create opportunities for mutual growth. I firmly believe that young people have the power to shape a more inclusive and collaborative future. Together, we will aim to build bridges between cultures and empower youth to make a lasting difference. 

Yasin

Yasin

Community Manager

Understanding and learning from one another have always been central to JuBo’s mission and my personal priorities. I believe that a community rooted in these principles is both restorative and transformative. In this association, we showcase this belief in a bilateral level and aiming to spread this message further. I am happy to be a part of this. 

Sönke

Sönke

Finance Manager

“At age 16, I spent a year in Istanbul as part of an exchange program. Living with my Turkish host family and attending a local high school profoundly shaped my teenage years. Through Jugendbotschafter e. V., I aim to provide other young people with the same enriching opportunity that I was fortunate to experience.” 

Efe

Efe

Public Relations Manager

“Since the day I became a part of JuBo, it has been a welcoming space for me, and now it’s time to give back to the community. I hope to work on projects that strengthen German-Turkish relations through grassroots change while connecting with like-minded individuals along the way.” 

YiGit

YiGit

Local Chapter Leader Ankara

Since 2021, I have actively participated in various events within the association, taking on different roles and responsibilities. In addition to contributing to the broader activities of the organization, I played a key role in establishing and leading the Local Chapter of Ankara, serving as its first leader for a year following its formation. During this time, I successfully organized multiple events and meetups, fostering engagement and collaboration within the community. Beyond my involvement with JuBo, I am a full-time researcher at Ankara University, where my work focuses on agricultural policy and land use law. In parallel, I am pursuing graduate studies in the same field, further deepening my expertise and academic contributions to these critical areas. 

Öykü

Öykü

Local Chapter Leader Berlin

Organizing community events in Berlin and surrounding areas.

Furkan

Furkan

Local Chapter Leader North Rhine-Westphalia & Content Creator

Hey! My name is Furkan, and I am the Local Chapter Leader for North Rhine-Westphalia. It is an honor to take on the role of leading this brand-new Local Chapter. Jugendbotschafter e.V. acts as a bridge for German-Turkish intercultural youth work. NRW, with its historic significance in German-Turkish relations and as a region with one of the largest Turkish communities in Germany, offers a wealth of opportunities for meaningful projects and events. I’m looking forward to the journey ahead and the work we’ll accomplish together! 

Eylül

Eylül

Copywriter in the PR Team

“Our paths with Jugendbotschafter crossed when I decided to move to Germany for studying the post-migrant Turkish-German art scene. Being a part of this association provided me with a space to meet with like-minded people, who are willing to put themselves out there, learn from others, and create change through youth work. Diversity in unity defines how we work, and what we work for. In this space, I realized the ways I could explore my interests through collaboration and active dialogue, while working for a diverse, just, and inclusive future for youth from Türkiye and Germany.”

Tuna

Tuna

IT-Manager

Dealing with day to day IT stuff, so everything works as good as possible.