At the symposium, the themes of independent living, urbanization, and health were thoroughly examined through an interdisciplinary approach. Throughout the event, students made valuable contributions with their unique perspectives and creative projects. In particular, the presentation titled "Sözlüce City" by Speech and Language Therapy students Simay Sürücü, İkra Şahin, Selin Şenol, and Veysel Taha Kaya stood out for its innovative approach and original content, earning the appreciation of the participants.
Sözlüce City: A Society Design Based on Accessible Communication
Inspired by the Ideal Republican Village, Sözlüce aims to reconstruct an inclusive social structure that centers the individual, with equal living opportunities and a strong communication infrastructure. This project approaches communication as a fundamental human right and proposes an accessible living system for everyone.
Sözlüce City aims to provide accessible, holistic service areas for children, adults, and elderly individuals in need of speech and language therapy. All structures within the city are designed to support language and speech development, enhance communication skills, and improve overall quality of life.
The students' innovative approach not only added interdisciplinary value to the symposium but also presented an inspiring model for community-based rehabilitation practices.
This symposium demonstrated the potential of bringing together the knowledge and creativity of students from various disciplines to develop innovative solutions to social issues. By addressing complex topics such as independent living, urbanization, and health, the event not only fostered academic collaboration but also instilled a sense of social responsibility in future professionals. Projects like Sözlüce City reinforced the visionary nature of the symposium by showcasing how an interdisciplinary perspective can generate tangible models for the benefit of society.
