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Innovative Learning for a Sustainable Tomorrow
The Istanbul Institute for Sustainable Development and Finance (IISDF) is dedicated to advancing human development and environmental sustainability through innovative research, education, and impactful programs. Guided by the Islamic worldview, IISDF promotes the integration of environmental, economic, social, and cultural priorities to foster inclusive and ethical development.
Our work focuses on empowering human capital, fostering entrepreneurship, and strengthening the role of social finance and welfare institutions. We offer training, certificate programs, and collaborative projects in areas such as circular economy, digital and financial transformation, and sustainable innovation bringing together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers in pursuit of a just and sustainable future for all.
Dr. Ahmet Y. Soyadı
Prof. Selin A. Yılmaz
Prof. Aliya K. Demir
Dr. Selma A. Yılmaz
Prof. Ayşe K. Demir
At the Istanbul Institute for Sustainable Development and Finance (IISDF), we offer a diverse suite of services designed to empower individuals, institutions, and communities through ethical, sustainable, and knowledge-driven solutions.
We produce applied research, policy briefs, and thought leadership that inform ethical finance, sustainable development, and Islamic economics.
Our workshops, certificate courses, and seasonal schools build professional skills and empower individuals to lead in the sustainability and finance sectors.
We foster responsible fintech and digital tools that advance financial inclusion and ethical innovation in line with Islamic principles.
We co-create high-impact projects with academic, public, and private partners—designing solutions for real-world sustainability challenges.
Integrating sustainability with human development for a better future
To provide the most effective and quality service with the most competent names in the fields of education, economy, finance, environment, technology, and management.
At IISDF, our core values guide our mission and vision, ensuring we consistently deliver excellence and integrity in all our endeavors.
Strive to deliver more than what is expected
Leading by example, inspiring, and be accountable.
Look for continuous improvement, be original and do things better differently.
Belief in partnerships internally & externally
Be honest, do what is right, be transparent.
We continuously strive to move forward, innovate and improve with passion