Within the framework of the "Narko Gençlik" (Narcotics Youth) education project, implemented as part of the Republic of Turkey National Drug Control Action Plan conducted by the Ministry of Interior, and aimed at expanding awareness campaigns to prevent substance abuse, an information training session was organized for our Vocational School students.

The program, conducted by officials from the Mersin Provincial Police Department's Narcotics Crimes Branch, provided comprehensive information on the harms of drugs, the process of addiction formation, methods of combating addiction, risk factors that young people may face, and early detection of substance use. The training also included information about the "UYUMA-NARVAS" mobile application.

The event, which saw high participation from students in the Logistics, Office Technologies and Data Management, and Foreign Trade and Marketing programs, aimed to increase students' awareness of addiction, develop their understanding of risky situations, and promote healthy lifestyle habits.

Associate Professor Dr. Cevat Ercik, the Director of the Social Sciences Vocational School, who participated in the program, stated that raising awareness among young people about combating addiction is of great importance, and that such awareness campaigns conducted at universities significantly contribute to the development of students' personal and social responsibility. Ercik also emphasized that developing healthy lifestyle skills and protecting students from harmful habits is crucial for academic success.

The event was also attended by faculty members from the unit: Lecturer Dr. Burcu Pekduyurucu, Lecturer Dr. Gül Ferhande Canpolat, Lecturer Erdem Daşçı, Lecturer Abdülmecit Mısır, and Lecturer Tuğrul Özaltın.

At the end of the program, Mehtap Bukiz and Halil Köksal, officials from the Mersin Provincial Police Department's Narcotics Crimes Branch, were presented with certificates of appreciation by the Dean of our university's Faculty of Tourism, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Atasoy, and the Director of the Toroslar Public Education Center, Yunus Ayhan.