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FMV Erenköy Işık Lisesi
19 Mayıs Mahallesi, Sinan Ercan Cd. No:17
Erenköy, İstanbul, 34738
Turkey

Ceylin Deniz

Student

I'm an 11th grade IBDP student who enjoys expressing creativity through art and music. I love drawing, playing the guitar, and discovering new music. I'm also the president of my school's Model United Nations (MUN) club, where I get to combine my interests in global issues and leadership. Before diving into these passions, I spent years as a competitive swimmer, building discipline and a strong work ethic that still shape who I am today.

Evrim Uçunkaya

Plastic surgeon

Dr. E. Evrim Uckunkaya-Portner is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon based in Istanbul, where she runs her private clinic. Born in Istanbul and a German citizen, she earned her medical degree and doctorate from Yeditepe University, focusing on malnutrition in underserved communities. She trained extensively in Turkey, Germany, and the U.S., working with experts like Dr. Ulrich Fabian and Dr. Dirk F. Richter. With over 20 years of experience, she has published and presented widely on body contouring, facial aesthetics, and reconstructive surgery. She has also served as co-investigator in international clinical studies and is an active member of ISAPS, IPRAS, DGPRÄC, and TPRECD. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Uckunkaya-Portner offers a global perspective in her field.

Fisun Toksöz

Educator

Born in Adapazarı in 1964 to a Yugoslavian family, I graduated from Boğaziçi University in Biology and later earned a pedagogical certificate from Marmara University. Since 1985, I’ve worked in education, teaching IB sciences (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) and serving as a leader in learning skills and ATL at Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions. Currently, I am a workshop leader and online facilitator for the IB Educator Network (IBEN). I’m passionate about creativity, problem-solving, and lifelong learning. My nearly 40 years of IB teaching and strong student interaction fuel my dedication. As an ATL leader, I help students become self-directed learners. A fan of criminology and the arts, I value collaboration and self-efficacy, and I’m driven by a lasting passion for innovative, continuous learning.

Nehir Kılvan

University Student

My name is Nehir Kılvan. I was born on 19th November 2005. I graduated from FMV Erenköy Işık High school in 2023. Back in 11th grade I’ve spoken on TEDxYouth about The Importance of Having a Hobby. I’ve always been keen about sharing my experiences and voicing my thoughts. I’m currently studying French Language and Literature at Istanbul University and partaking in student clubs such as Sailing, Francophonie and Women’s Rights etc. at my university. I’ve been playing the piano since I was a child, I love dancing and really enjoy drawing. I’m so grateful to be given the opportunity to be here again.

Sevinç Erbulak

performer/actor

20 Ekim 1975 yılında İstanbul'da doğdu. Tiyatrocu bir aileden gelen Sevinç Erbulak, Füsun Erbulak ve Altan Erbulak'ın kızıdır. İstanbul Şehir Tiyatroları oyuncusudur. Müjdat Gezen Sanat Merkezi'inde eğitim alan Sevinç Erbulak, birçok film ve dizide rol aldı. 1998 yılında ''Kelebekler Özgürdür'' adlı filmde ki rolü ile Avni Dilligil Gençlik Ödülüne layık görüldü. 2002 yılında Epsilon Yayınları'ndan "Gözünü kırpma, düşerim" adlı bir kitabı da vardır. Avukat Dalin Midyat ile evliliğinden 2006 yılında Zeynep adını verdiği kızı oldu. 2010 yılında Prensesin Uykusu adlı filmdeki Seçil rolü ile 16. Sadri Alışık ve 43. Siyad Türk Sinema Ödülleri kapsamında ''En İyi Kadın Oyuncu'' ödüllerini alan Sevinç Erbulak, ayrıca 17. Afife Jale Tiyatro Ödülleri'nde jüri üyeliği de yaptı. 2013 Taksim Gezi Parkı protestoları sırasında Yiğit Sertdemir, Özen Yula, Cem Uslu ve Mirza Metin'in yazdığı Gezerken adlı oyunda yer aldı. 2013 yılında Bebek İşi adlı dizide Sabahat Overlok karakterini canlandırdı.

Sofia Ayvatoğlu

Student

My name is Sofia and I have been in Niştantaşı Işık since I was six years old. I’m passionate about public speaking and global issues, all of which I have gained from my experiences in MUNs which I have also won an award. I believe TEDxyouth would be a perfect place to use my skills and also to engage with others who are as equally passionate about these types of issues

Tümay Özokur

oyunculuk ajansı

Tümay Özokur, 1968'de Bursa’da doğdu. Yıldız Teknik Üniversitesi Kimya Mühendisliği bölümünden mezun oldu. Flash TV’de yapımcı ve sunucu, çeşitli radyolarda sunucu, dergilerde editörlük yaptı. Moda editörlüğü ve dizi yapım koordinatörlüğü görevlerinde bulundu. 1999'da Türkiye’nin ilk oyunculuk ajansı olan Tümay Özokur Menajerlik’i kurdu. Televizyon, sinema ve tiyatro sanatçılarının kariyerlerini yönetti. 2005-2013 arasında “Annenin Günlüğü”, “Doraca” ve “Ağaç Yaşken Eğilir” adlı anne-çocuk programlarının yapımcısı ve sunucusu oldu. 2006-2013'te Baby&You Dergisi’nin genel yayın yönetmenliğini üstlendi. 2013'te Tümay Özokur Akademi’yi kurarak yeni yeteneklerin eğitimine destek verdi. 2018'de “Oyuncu Olmak İsteyen Parmak Kaldırsın” kitabını yayımladı. İki çocuk annesi olan Özokur, halen ajans başkanı olarak çalışmaktadır.