Discover what is a “third place” in Manisa, Türkiye thanks to MERAVIGLIA project

MERAVIGLIA is taking shape in Manisa thanks to strong local mobilization around sustainable third places.

Publication Date
21/01/2026
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MERAVIGLIA is actively taking shape in Manisa thanks to strong local commitment and collaboration.

On January 8, 2026, a meeting was organized under the coordination of the Manisa Governorate, with the participation of the Soma Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports and the Soma Youth Center, attended by a total of nine representatives.

 

  • During this meeting, the participating institutions were officially informed of the planned creation of a third site in Turkey. It was indicated that one of the proposed centers should be established in Soma, in the province of Manisa, and the institutions were invited to provide detailed information on the proposed location.

 

  • A technical visit to the site is planned on the basis of photographs and site specifications to be provided. During this visit, assessments will be carried out to determine the suitability of the location and the scope of activities to be carried out there.

 

  • This meeting marked an important step in aligning local public institutions around a shared vision and reinforcing Manisa’s role in the successful implementation of the MERAVIGLIA project. Through cooperation, innovation, and community-driven approaches, MERAVIGLIA continues to contribute to build a more skilled, resilient, and environmentally aware society.

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