ORGANIZATION TEAM
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Letter from the Director General
Distinguished Participants,
Welcome to IUMUN'26.
Every conference begins with an idea. An idea that a group of passionate individuals can create a space where young minds challenge one another, exchange perspectives, and discover the power of diplomacy. Today, that idea stands before you as IUMUN’26, and I could not be more honored to serve as its Director-General.
For years, I have watched this conference from different perspectives. I have experienced the excitement of being part of the team behind the scenes, witnessed months of preparation transform into unforgettable moments, and seen strangers walk away as friends. Through every role I have undertaken within this organization, one thing has remained constant: the belief that IUMUN is far more than a conference.

It is a community.
A community built on ambition, collaboration, and the courage to speak up. A place where ideas matter, where every speech has the potential to inspire, and where every participant contributes to something greater than themselves.
As we prepared for this year's edition, our objective was never simply to organize another Model United Nations conference. We sought to create an experience that would challenge you academically, connect you socially, and leave a lasting impression long after the closing ceremony. Every detail of IUMUN’26 reflects the dedication of an incredible team whose commitment and passion have transformed this vision into reality.
Whether this is your first conference or your fiftieth, I encourage you to approach every moment with curiosity and confidence. Debate fearlessly, listen openly, and embrace every opportunity that comes your way. The most memorable experiences often emerge when we allow ourselves to step beyond the familiar.
To all delegates, chairs, advisors, and guests: thank you for becoming a part of our story. Your presence is what gives this conference its purpose, its energy, and its spirit.
On behalf of the entire Secretariat and Organization Team, I am delighted to welcome you to IUMUN’26.
The floor is yours.
Warmest regards,
Damla DAĞLAYAN
Director General

Damla DAĞLAYAN
Director General
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics
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Beril YAYLA
Deputy Director General
Istanbul University
Faculty of Political Sciences

Berkan İPEK
Deputy Director General
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Beyza Nur KODALAK
Organization Advisor
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Neva ÖZTÜRK
Marcom Advisor
Istanbul University
Faculty of Political Sciences
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Umut ADIGÜZEL
Business Advisor
Istanbul University
Faculty of Political Sciences

Şebnem BADEMCİ
Director of Public Relations
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Nehir DAMGACIOĞLU
Deputy Director of Public Relations
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Efe ÖKSÜZ
Director of Marketing
and Communications
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Edanur ÇATAKLI
Director of Business
Istanbul University
Faculty of Science

Gülşah TEKİN
Deputy Director of Business
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Ceren EYİGÜN
Director of Press
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Mert DOLGUN
Deputy Director of Press
Istanbul Technical University
Faculty of Civil Engineering

Burak GÖKÇEGÖZ
Director of Media
Prof. Dr. Mümtaz Turhan Social Sciences High School

Mehmet Kaan GÜNGÖR
Deputy Director of Media
Kadir Has University
Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences

İrem ASLAN
Director of Journal
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Ahmet Yusuf KAYA
Deputy Director of Journal
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Elif BÜLBÜL
Co - Director of Administrative Staff
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Ceren BULUT
Co - Director of Administrative Staff
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Beril ERYILDIZ
Director of Finance
Istanbul University
Faculty of Economics

Gülhan SÜRMELİ
Deputy Director of Finance
Istanbul University
Faculty of Business Administration

Duru GÜLNAR
Co - Director of Logistics
Istanbul University
Faculty of Letters

Seda DOĞRUYOL
Co - Director of Logistics
Istanbul University
Faculty of Architecture

Ali Çağan AKSÜT
Director of Information Technologies
Istanbul Okan University
Faculty of Engineering

Işıl KILINÇ
Deputy Director of Information Technologies
