Ayvalık hosts inaugural children's run during liberation marathon

As part of the Ayvalık Liberation Week celebrations, the International Ayvalık Liberation Half Marathon introduced a new segment for children aged 6 to 9. This inaugural “Zero Waste Blue Awareness Children's Run” was organized in collaboration with DenizTemiz Association and TURMEPA.

Located in front of Setur Marina Ayvalık, the event aimed to combine athletic competition with environmental education, specifically focusing on sustainability and marine awareness. Ayvalık Mayor Mesut Ergin emphasized the importance of introducing children to sports at a young age, noting that the enthusiasm of the young participants added a unique dimension to the overall marathon program.