Sila Noyan
First Chairwoman, Fundraising Manager
Sila Noyan, co-founder of the Uyghur Youth Initiative, is a Kurdish student of online journalism. She is dedicated to using media to amplify marginalized voices and advocate for human rights through youth-led activism.
Esma Memtimin
Second Chairwoman, Fundraising Manager
Esma Memtimin, co-founder of the Uyghur Youth Initiative, is a Uyghur mathematics student. She is committed to advocating for Uyghur rights and empowering youth to lead efforts in preserving their cultural identity and freedom.
Saide Memtimin
Treasurer, Administrative Manager
Saide Memtimin, co-founder of the Uyghur Youth Initiative, is Uyghur and works at the tax office and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in taxation. She is dedicated to supporting the Uyghur cause while advancing her expertise in finance and taxation.
Dilara Erol
Communication Director
Dilara Erol, co-founder of the Uyghur Youth Initiative, is a business administration student with Turkish roots. She is responsible for managing communications and plays a key role in fostering connections and spreading the organization’s message.
Melissa Impram
Social Media Manager
Melissa Impram, UYI’s co-founder and a business administration student with Greek-Turkish and German roots, is involved in social media for the Uyghur Youth Initiative. She leverages her diverse background to raise awareness and engage a broader audience in the fight for Uyghur rights.
Amina Tursun
Public Relations Manager
Amina Tursun, an ethnology and law student and Uyghur, is the Public Relations manager for the Uyghur Youth Initiative. She is dedicated to enhancing the organization’s public presence and fostering meaningful engagement with external audiences.
