Erasmus+ Turkish National Agency Podcast Series: Dr. Hakan Gültekin Highlights “Green Traces”

18 September 2025, Thursday 102

One of the “Green Traces”-themed episodes of the Erasmus+ podcast series, produced by the Turkish National Agency, has been released. In this episode, our Erasmus+ Institutional Coordinator, Assist. Prof. Dr. Hakan Gültekin, shared his perspectives on the programme’s priorities, future directions, and the Erasmus+ activities of Artvin Çoruh University.

In his remarks, Dr. Gültekin emphasized that Erasmus+ is not merely a financial support mechanism but also a platform that strengthens ecological and sustainable development, digital transformation, the fight against inequality, and participatory approaches. He underlined the importance of ensuring alignment between the European Commission and national agencies in defining priorities, while also stressing the need to enhance the involvement of local actors in youth and education projects.

The podcast highlights the role of Erasmus+ in promoting values, opportunities, and a culture of international cooperation, while offering forward-looking solutions under the “Green Traces” theme. The episode provides listeners with valuable insights into the directions that will shape the Erasmus+ Programme in the coming years.