# 3rd Turkic World Youth Forum in Trabzon

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/3rd-turkic-world-youth-forum-in-trabzon
> Updated: 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

The 3rd Turkic World Youth Forum was organized in Trabzon, Turkey, through a collaboration between the Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality and the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TÜRKSOY). 

Initially planned to host approximately 150 young people from 21 different countries to discuss topics such as artificial intelligence, the digital age, and cultural heritage, the event proceeded with participants from 22 nations. The forum focused on themes of unity, solidarity, and preserving shared cultural values. 

During the event, former Turkish national football coach Şenol Güneş shared personal experiences regarding resilience and hard work. He also addressed the importance of developing domestic coaching talent, stating, “We must definitely be able to produce and find our own coaches” for the national team. He reflected on the significance of Turkey’s third-place finish in the 2002 FIFA World Cup for the nation’s international reputation.

Local officials, including Trabzon Governor Tahir Şahin, Metropolitan Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç, and Kyrgyzstan’s Ambassador to Ankara, Ruslan Kazakbaev, addressed the assembly to emphasize the role of youth in driving innovation. As part of the cultural exchange, 140 participants attended a Trabzonspor football match at Papara Park, where they observed local traditions such as the horon dance following a 2-0 victory over Beşiktaş.

## Claims

- The 3rd TÜRKSOY Youth Forum was held in Trabzon in collaboration with Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Youth from 22 different countries participated in the forum. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Şenol Güneş stated that the Turkish national football team should be led by a Turkish coach. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Şenol Güneş shared that he had to support his family starting at age 15. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The 2002 FIFA World Cup third-place finish contributed to Turkey's international reputation. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: TÜRKSOY Youth Forum brings 22 nations to Trabzon

The 3rd TÜRKSOY Youth Forum in Trabzon gathered youth from 22 countries. Former coach Şenol Güneş spoke on leadership and called for more Turkish coaches in the national team.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trksoy-youth-forum-held-in-trabzon-with-22-nations

### 2026-10-16: Trabzon to host 3rd Turkic World Youth Forum in 2026

Trabzon will host the 3rd Turkic World Youth Forum in October 2026, gathering 150 youths from 21 countries to discuss cultural heritage, AI, and the digital age.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trabzon-to-host-3rd-turkic-world-youth-forum-in-2026

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