Jan Tasci

Jan Tasci is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program development and youth exchanges. Currently serving as the Senior Director of European Exchanges & Program Development at Cultural Vistas since August 2021, Jan is responsible for advancing the organization's program portfolio in Europe. Previously, as Managing Director at Deutsch-Türkische Jugendbrücke gGmbH, leadership was provided to foster youth exchange initiatives and enhance organizational agility. Jan's experience includes project management roles at Stiftung Mercator GmbH, where an eight-digit grant budget was managed, and freelancing for the Goethe-Institut, implementing programs for international guests. Additionally, Jan has coordinated projects at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, contributing to notable community events focused on Turkey-related issues. Jan holds dual Master of Arts degrees in Social Sciences from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Middle East Technical University, alongside a Bachelor of Arts in History, Anthropology, and Turkology from Freie Universität Berlin.