Our Vocational School Implements 4 Major Social Responsibility Projects Partnered by Our Department

Zile Vocational School Continues to Serve the Community: 4 New Social Responsibility Projects Arrive in 2026! In line with its mission to serve society and spread awareness of social responsibility, Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Zile Vocational School has announced 4 major social responsibility projects to be implemented in 2026. Designed for diverse target audiences, these projects aim to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Zile and neighboring villages. Young Steps, Ancient Traces Project: This project aims to pass Zile's historical and cultural heritage on to younger generations while strengthening intergenerational communication. University students will come together with elderly residents to hold discussions on Akhism culture, local history, and traditional handicrafts, facilitating a meaningful exchange of experience. The project seeks to create natural meeting points by utilizing historical sites and mosque courtyards. Safe Container, Healthy Kitchen Project: This initiative aims to raise awareness regarding the correct and hygienic use of kitchenware in rural households. Food Technology students will visit pilot villages to explain the health risks associated with plastic, wooden, and Teflon tools through practical workshops. The project aims to minimize foodborne illness and long-term health risks. Sultans of the Village: Hand in Hand with Youth Project: Designed to support rural women, this project aims to foster socialization, build self-confidence, and facilitate the transfer of traditional knowledge to younger generations. University students will organize workshops and cultural exchange meetings for village women covering personal care, handicrafts, and culinary culture, aiming to build a heart-to-heart bridge between generations. Don't Be a Bully, Be a Friend Project: This initiative aims to build awareness and resilience against bullying among high school students. Utilizing a peer mentoring model, university students will lead interactive sessions and provide training on physical, verbal, and cyberbullying. The project seeks to create a safe, empathy-driven school climate. Through these projects, Zile Vocational School aims to develop students' social responsibility consciousness while contributing to the quality of life in Zile. The implementation of these projects will strengthen university-community collaboration and enhance social solidarity.