Inclusive Science and Art Project in Konya Inspires Special Children

The opening of the TUBITAK 4008 "Unhindered Science with Special Children in Nature" project, supported within the framework of the inclusive community applications for individuals with special needs, took place at Sille Nature School.

The Project, conducted under the guidance of Osman Kaynar, a History Teacher at Yüksel Bahadır Alaylı Science and Art Center, included activities that took place in various locations in Konya between June 19th and June 24th. The project, which consisted of more than 20 activities and workshops, was attended by students and parents from different schools in the Selçuklu district. During the project, children had fun while learning.

The project carried out in collaboration between Selçuk University and Necmettin Erbakan University with the support of Selçuklu Municipality, allowed students to engage with art in different locations within the scope of the TUBITAK 4008 Project. Osman Kaynar, the project coordinator, stated, "The aim of the project is to provide special children with opportunities to explore nature and engage in interactive experiences with science. The project included activities such as Beyşehir nature observation, visits to Çatalhöyük, Torku Sugar Factories, Butterfly Valley and workshop sessions. The project also aims to raise awareness about disabled individuals in society."