Young Skål
A global organization established to maintain the dynamism of Skål, ensure its continuity, and raise successful tourism leaders of the future.
In Tourism Management
Young and Vibrant Blood
Young Skål members are young tourism professionals and students receiving tourism education.
"The first in the world to answer Skål's call to the youth and report it to Skål International's headquarters in Torremolinos by organizing the first Young Skål groups in 1999 were Turkish youths."
The main purpose is to ensure the personal and professional development of the youth, and in the following process, to make them well-equipped and mature tourism professionals.
Global Vision
Instant access to tourism networks at international standards.
Professional Development
Academic presentations, seminars, and direct executive mentorship.
Networking
Enormous career steps progressing from internship to General Management.
Leadership
Representing at the club level by managing projects and taking responsibilities.
The Founding Story in Turkey
The first Young Skål groups in the world were established in Antalya and Istanbul. The foundation of the story was laid in cooperation with Antalya Akdeniz University.
Official Application
Application was made to the Associations Desk for the Antalya Young Skål Club. Bylaws corrections were carried out.
Official Establishment
With the approval of the Antalya Governorship, the Antalya Young Skål Association was officially founded. (16 members, 9 Board Members) Founding President: Özen Kırant.
Mediterranean Regional Meeting & Gala
With the participation of World Skål President Antonio Espinosa and Secretary General Jim Power, the Young Skål Antalya Foundation Ceremony and Gala Night were held at the Falez Hotel. The green 'Young Skål' badge was pinned on the youth by the World President.
First General Assembly
The First General Assembly of the Young Skål Association after its establishment was held. The founding 9 members were re-elected to the Board of Directors.
60th World Skål Congress Representation
Attendance was provided representing the Antalya Young Skål Club at the 60th World Skål Congress held in Stuttgart, Germany.
University Promotions
Introductory meetings were organized for students at Akdeniz University Tourism Management Medicine and Social Sciences Vocational Schools, and many new visionary young people were added to the association.
Educational Seminars
Senior Hotel and Travel Agency managers and academicians participated as speakers in the monthly meetings organized.
National Marketing Congress & Symposium
At the Cultural Tourism Symposium (Falez Hotel) and the 5th National Marketing Congress, Young Skål members took active roles from preparation to the gala night, and the 1st Young Skål National Meeting was held.
As Izmir, we resolutely continue our vision of raising young leaders.