Coşkunöz Education Foundation

Coşkunöz Education Foundation (CEF) is a non-profit, public benefit foundation based in Bursa, Turkey, dedicated to advancing vocational education, skill development, and social inclusion with the aim of becoming a leading organization on a global scale in vocational and technical education activities. Established in 1988, CEF provides both practical and theoretical training, scholarships, grant programs, and incubation support to young people, disadvantaged groups, professionals, teachers and vocational institutions. The foundation distinguishes itself through innovative training programs, including data science, VR/AR/XR technologies, additive manufacturing, computer aided manufacturing, battery technologies, state-of-the-art workshops like training and experience centers for additive manufacturing as well as its comprehensive grant and scholarship schemes. By focusing on current global developments and technologies, CEF develops and delivers training systems to train qualified, self-confident, productive, and socially responsible individuals. Through supporting beneficiaries in gaining professional knowledge, skills, and competence, and facilitating their employment both in Türkiye and internationally, CEF aims to create widespread and sustainable impact, addressing the evolving needs of the labor market. With more than 37,000 beneficiaries to date, CEF maintains strong partnerships with industry, academia, and public institutions at national and international levels, actively participating in EU-funded projects and networks. Its approach emphasizes quality, inclusiveness, innovation, and sustainability, making it a leading institution in Turkey’s and Europe’s vocational education ecosystem.