Esra Turhan
About Esra Turhan
Esra Turhan is a People & Culture Officer at Global Communities in Gaziantep, Turkey, with a background in psychology and human resources management. She has previously held roles in various organizations, including ASAM and Lyhty ry, and has a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from Istanbul Bilgi University.
Work at Global Communities
Esra Turhan currently serves as the People & Culture Officer at Global Communities, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Gaziantep, Turkey, she focuses on fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing employee engagement. Prior to this role, she worked as a Human Resources Assistant at the same organization from 2020 to 2022, where she contributed to various HR functions.
Education and Expertise
Esra Turhan holds a Master of Arts in Human Resources Management from Istanbul Bilgi University, where she studied from 2021 to 2023. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Ege University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both human resources and psychological principles.
Background
Esra Turhan has diverse professional experience in the fields of human resources and social services. She worked as a Trainer in Social Activities at the Association for Solidarity with Asylum Seekers and Migrants (ASAM) for four months in 2018. Additionally, she served as a Psychologist at ASAM from 2018 to 2019, where she supported asylum seekers and migrants.
Previous Experience
Before her current role, Esra Turhan worked as a Project Assistant (International Volunteer) at Lyhty ry in Helsinki, Finland, from 2016 to 2017. This experience contributed to her understanding of international volunteerism and project management. Her previous roles have equipped her with skills in training, psychological support, and human resources.