Karabağlar Senior Academies celebrate first graduates

Karabağlar Municipality's Senior Academies have celebrated a significant milestone, awarding diplomas to their inaugural class of graduates aged 60 and above.

These academies, established in Kazım Karabekir and Limontepe, aim to boost the quality of life and promote active aging among senior citizens. The 2025-2026 academic year concluded successfully, with participants expressing joy and fulfillment at their graduation ceremony.

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Municipal governance is not just about building roads, paving asphalt, or constructing buildings; our main goal is to produce projects that touch every area of life.

Throughout the year, students engaged in a diverse curriculum covering active and healthy living, digital literacy, basic law, cybersecurity, social communication, and quality of life. They also pursued personal growth through elective courses such as balcony gardening, creative writing, and senior yoga.

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Today, we are not just celebrating a graduation. We are celebrating solidarity, co-creation, and the fact that there is no age for learning.

Graduates shared their experiences, describing the academies as more than just educational programs; they became vital social spaces for forging new friendships and reconnecting with life. They expressed gratitude to the Karabağlar Municipality and the volunteer instructors for creating this supportive environment.

Karabağlar Mayor Helil Kınay emphasized that effective municipal governance extends beyond infrastructure to encompass projects that touch all aspects of life. He highlighted the Senior Academies as a prime example of this philosophy, celebrating the graduates' enthusiasm for learning and their vibrant energy. The ceremony also featured a rhythm performance by the Karabağlar City Council Retired Working Group, adding a festive atmosphere.

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We are part of a big family in every neighborhood of Karabağlar, regardless of our age. We will continue to grow solidarity by holding each other's hands.