Syrian, from Aleppo; seeking Undergraduate degree in Aviation management and is enrolled at İskenderun teknik üniversitesi.
The border between Syria and Turkey in 2013 wasn't just a physical crossing; it was the sudden, sharp divide between the only childhood I knew and an absolute void. I was young, but the memory of that transition is visceral, the heavy reality of leaving our home behind as the war closed in, packing up a life, and walking into a completely unfamiliar environment. Displacement doesn't announce itself gently; it forces you to start from scratch overnight.
The hardest part of arriving wasn't just the physical loss of a home; it was the sudden isolation of not being understood. The words I knew suddenly had no power. Adapting wasn't a neat or easy process, it was the frustrating, daily struggle of grappling with a new culture and fighting through the language barrier. I had to learn how to exist in an environment that wasn't originally mine, wrestling with Turkish while holding onto my Arabic, and eventually pushing myself to master English just to carve out a space for myself.
My turning point wasn't a single, dramatic moment, but a quiet realization that surviving wasn't enough, I had to take control of my own narrative. Mastering three languages fluently wasn't just about communication anymore; it was proof that I could adapt to anything. I realized that the resilience forced upon me by being uprooted could be my greatest asset. Building a life here in Tekirdağ meant I had to stop just reacting to my circumstances and start actively constructing my future.
Why Would Donors Fund You?
From Syria to Turkey, I transformed displacement into a trilingual, tech-savvy edge. As an Aviation Management student, I bridge logistics with modern operations. I don’t just survive; I convert obstacles into professional ROI to streamline global aviation. Invest in proven resilience.
How Do You Plan to Payback?
After I graduate, I plan to support displaced families, especially children who have experienced starting over in a new country, as I once did. Being fluent in Arabic, Turkish, and English, I aim to help refugee families with translation and integration, making their transition smoother.
I also plan to mentor younger students, encouraging them to continue their education despite challenges. In the long term, I hope to use my background in aviation to contribute to organizing the transportation of humanitarian aid, helping deliver essential supplies to communities in need.
My goal is to use my experience and skills to make the journey of others more stable and less difficult.
Volunteer Work/Social Capital
Demonstrated a commitment to community standards by maintaining the cleanliness and order of essential public spaces, including local mosques and primary educational facilities.
Executed consistent, documented initiatives to preserve urban green spaces, including the irrigation and maintenance of vegetation on university grounds.
All initiatives were systematically documented, reflecting a focus on transparency and verifiable results, traits that translate directly to professional reporting and oversight.
What Have You Done to Improve Yourself? Awards and Achievements
Academic Standing: Maintained a strong academic record with a 2.75/4.0 GPA.
Focus Areas: Built a strong foundation in management principles, operational logistics, and aviation marketing.
Core Skills Gained: Honed practical problem-solving capabilities and adaptability through rigorous coursework and project
Language Fluency & Cross-Cultural Communication
Trilingual: Fluent in English (C2), Turkish (C1), and Arabic (C1).
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