Expanding Cardano Awareness in Turkey

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Cevdet Baran Oral

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Individual

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

6

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

We plan to launch educational initiatives and community-driven campaigns to increase knowledge of Cardano and boost its adoption within Turkey’s tech and blockchain ecosystem.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

All learning materials, guides, and content will be open source, allowing anyone to access, adapt, and share them freely. This will enable the project’s resources to reach a broader audience.

[METADATA] Horizons

Community

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

We will create educational content and hold workshops to introduce Turkish communities to Cardano’s blockchain. By building partnerships with local tech groups, we will expand Cardano’s influence.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

This project will grow a network of Cardano advocates and developers in Turkey. Success will be measured by increased local engagement, adoption, and the development of new projects on Cardano.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

With experience in organizing tech events and educational programs, we have the skills to engage communities. Our team’s background in blockchain ensures we can provide accurate and reliable information. Also we are both managers in the EMU RPG School Club and have experience on hosting events with 100+ attenders so we are confident in hosting in-person events.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Establish partnerships with local tech communities and influencers (Month 1)

• Research and identify key Turkish tech communities, developer groups, and influencers to collaborate with.
• Form official partnerships to amplify outreach, including collaboration agreements with at least two major tech communities.
• Set up dedicated social media accounts and channels for project communication and updates.

Translate and create localized Cardano educational materials (Month 2)

• Develop and translate beginner-friendly educational materials about Cardano’s blockchain and ecosystem into Turkish, ensuring cultural relevance.
• Collaborate with blockchain experts to create high-quality guides, video tutorials, and infographics.
• Publish materials on open platforms (e.g., GitHub, Medium, YouTube, Spotify) and share them with partnered communities.
• Begin targeted promotion of materials to reach developers, students, and crypto enthusiasts.

Host two online events to introduce Cardano (Month 3)

• Event 1: Focus on the basics of Cardano, its blockchain technology, and staking. This event will be aimed at beginners and crypto enthusiasts in Turkey.
• Organize and promote the event via social media, newsletters, and partnered tech communities.
• Invite a guest speaker from the Cardano community to discuss staking and the advantages of participating in the ecosystem.
• Target 100+ participants for the first event.
• Record and share the event on YouTube and other platforms for wider reach.
• Event 2: Conduct an advanced session covering smart contracts and dApp development on Cardano. This event will cater to developers and tech professionals.
• Feature a hands-on demonstration on Cardano’s Plutus platform and its development tools.
• Collaborate with local developers to present use cases specific to the Turkish market.
• Target at least 150 attendees for the second event.
• Gather feedback through post-event surveys to assess the educational impact.

Host a third online event and launch a Turkish-language developer community (Month 4)

• Event 3: Conduct a workshop focused on Plutus and Marlowe, showcasing how to build smart contracts on Cardano. This event will provide practical insights and include live coding sessions.
• Target an audience of experienced developers and blockchain professionals.
• Collaborate with Cardano developer ambassadors to ensure technical accuracy.
• Expect at least 100 participants from the Turkish developer community.
• Launch Turkish-language developer community: Create a dedicated online platform (e.g., Discord/Telegram) for Turkish developers interested in Cardano.
• Provide access to learning resources, coding tutorials, and networking opportunities.
• Engage with the community by organizing weekly discussions, AMA (Ask Me Anything) sessions, and developer support channels.
• Aim to build a strong community of 300+ active developers by the end of Month 4.

Organize and deliver an in-person educational seminar (Month 5)

• Secure a venue in a medium-sized city(Famagusta, Nicosia, Kyrenia etc.) to host a full-day seminar on Cardano’s blockchain and its applications.
• Invite local influencers, blockchain enthusiasts, and developers for a hands-on experience.
• Ensure the seminar is recorded and share key takeaways through online platforms.
• Measure attendance and gather feedback from participants to improve future events.

Evaluate project success, compile reports, and outline next steps (Month 6)

• Collect feedback from all attendees (webinars and seminar) through surveys and engagement metrics (e.g., webinar attendance, social media interactions).
• Analyze the impact of educational materials, track downloads, and social media engagements.
• Compile a comprehensive report detailing the project’s reach, feedback, and lessons learned.
• Present these findings to the Cardano community and propose next steps, such as scaling up the initiative to other regions in Turkey or expanding the curriculum.
• Plan for future initiatives, including potential PVE game development and further expansion of Cardano awareness.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Cevdet Baran Oral

• Role: Project Lead & Content Creator
• LinkedIn
• GitHub
• Background: Baran is a 21-year-old software engineering student with a robust background in full-stack development, professional design, and scientific writing. As a Teknofest 2024 finalist in financial technologies, Baran has demonstrated excellence in both technical and creative domains. His experience ensures high-quality content development and effective outreach within the Turkish tech community, including organizing events and leading educational efforts on Cardano. Baran’s passion for innovation in fintech aligns with the goals of this project, making him a key driver for community engagement and the creation of accessible resources for Cardano adoption in Turkey.

Kaya Acarbay

• Role: Technical Writer & Research Contributor
• LinkedIn
• GitHub
• Background: Kaya, a 20-year-old IT student, brings over four years of experience in blockchain technologies and software development. His expertise spans cybersecurity, cryptology, and technical writing, ensuring that the content produced is not only accurate but also insightful. Kaya has a proven track record in securing project proposals, including his successful podcast-focused initiative on ecosystem development in Turkey (Fund 10, Idea #25611). Additionally, Kaya has authored papers for TÜBİTAK on agricultural technologies, showcasing his ability to bridge technical research with practical applications. His knowledge in blockchain security will greatly enhance the depth of the project’s content, making it more informative and relevant to the Cardano community.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

• Educational material development: 5,000 ADA
• Event organization and venue costs: 3,000 ADA
• Marketing and community promotion: 7,500 ADA
• Digital platform costs for webinars: 2,500 ADA
• Miscellaneous expenses: 2,000 ADA

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

By educating a new audience and developing a local network of users, the project provides strong value. Turkey is a key market, and this initiative will establish the foundation for long-term Cardano growth.