About TILT
The Initiative for Life and Thoughts
Our Vision
TILT helps young people use their ideas, creativity, and emotions to make a better world. We combine science, art, and care to build tools that support healing, resilience, and positive change.
TILT exists to empower youth to imagine the future, redesign reality, and bring bold ideas to life. We are a movement rooted in the belief that young minds, when equipped with knowledge, empathy, and creativity, can spark revolutions of thought and action. At TILT, we blend science, art, and humanity into dynamic tools that not only heal but also ignite innovation and purpose. From emotional resilience technologies to systems that simulate hope and possibility, we are building a future where youth are not just participants—but creators of change. Our mission is to transform trauma into strength, curiosity into courage, and dreams into data-driven solutions that shape a more just, beautiful, and sustainable world.
What We Do
We lead interdisciplinary projects that tackle real-world problems, from neuroscience and emotional resilience to biodiversity and clean technology. TILT is a nonprofit driven by young minds, and our motto is simple: "Tilt your head and dream."
Our Values
✨ Innovation with depth
We believe in creating meaningful change through thoughtful innovation that addresses root causes.
🧠 Science + soul
We integrate empirical evidence with human-centered design and emotional intelligence.
🌍 Equity, sustainability, and empathy
Our work is guided by principles of justice, ecological stewardship, and deep compassion.
🚀 Leadership by youth, for the world
We empower young people to lead initiatives that create global impact.
Our Team
Elizya Jane SANDIKCI
Chairwoman, Founder
Duru YURTSEVER
Founder, CMO
Yılmaz Kutlu ONAY
Co-Founder, CTO
Position Hiring
CFO
Azra AL
CCO / Chief HR & PR Officer
Ceren ÖZGÖREN
COO
Yağmur PADAR
CLO
Nihan KAFADAR
CDO
Nazlı Eylül ŞEN
CRO
İpek ACAR
CSSO
İbrahim ERGİN
Vice Principal, AP Coordinator, Işık Spectrum Founder & Chief Editor
Gizem YÜCEL
Psychological Advisor Expert
İsmail TÜRKOĞLU
Head of Guiding Counseling, IBDP Psychology Teacher
Ali KAVAKLI
Head of Advisory Board
Uras DEMİRCAN
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Asaf Demir NASIR
Technological Advisor