The Culture, Craft, and Citizenship (CCC) project succeeds in merging cultural heritage with vocational training by embedding cultural elements directly into the learning process. The CCC project effectively uses culture as a foundation for vocational training, allowing participants to build technical skills and meaningful connections within their new communities. The result is not just professional readiness but also a deeper sense of belonging and mutual respect between newcomers and the communities.
Bursa’s innovative approach, the CCC Project, encourages cultural integration and the development of the labor market. As one of Turkey’s most culturally rich cities, Bursa holds a unique place in both history and modern innovation. Through the Culture, Craft, and Citizenship (CCC) project, Bursa Metropolitan Municipality has become a model for cultural integration and professional training, blending traditional arts with modern vocational needs. By taking a hands-on, inclusive approach to training, Bursa is showing how deeply culture can enhance both personal development and community connection, especially for newcomers and disadvantaged groups.
In an era where migration and cultural diversity are defining features of cities around the world, Bursa’s innovative contributions through the CCC project are a fine example of how cities can thrive by embracing and integrating the rich histories of all their inhabitants. With the CCC project, Bursa is not only preserving its heritage, but also expanding it, shaping a future where everyone can build their own lives and heritage.