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How Can Young People and Students Contribute to Future Innovations?
Nil GÖKŞEN
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Young people and students are the future of innovations. Their freshness, curiosity, and adaptability make them unique drivers of change in an ever-changing world. In order to contribute effectively, they must welcome education, creativity, and collaboration.
First, education forms the base for innovation. With more knowledge in the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and many others, the young minds are able to fathom most of the global challenges and thereby design solutions. Learning to code or experimenting with AI-for instance-may result in some groundbreaking technology. Education, however, doesn’ t involve just schools and colleges; it involves curiosity, self-learning through online platforms, books, or practical projects.
Second, creativity fuels innovation. Thinking outside the box and challenging traditional methods can lead to groundbreaking ideas. Students should embrace failure as part of the process, as many great innovations were born from perseverance. Joining clubs, participating in hackathons, or exploring hobbies can spark new insights and ideas.
Another important value is collaboration. Teamwork introduces the student to others’ perspectives; therefore, different views can be thrown and then developed into bigger solutions. Collaboration with peers or mentors or any organization can result in very meaningful projects which may serve the solution for some real-time issues.
Along this path, students can take some practical steps: participate in problem-solving competitions, volunteer for causes they are passionate about, and seek internships in fields of interest. Building networks with professionals and peers opens up new opportunities.
Ultimately, young people and students can do much in influencing future innovations by learning, remaining curious, and collaborating. They can grow their skills and push themselves proactively to help shape a better, more innovative future for all.