Build Your Confidence
Take the stage and share your ideas! Improve your public speaking skills, learn to manage stage excitement, and express yourself with power and clarity.
Welcome to Acıbadem Talks!
(ACT) 2025–2026!
April 11, 2026 Saturday
Acıbadem Schools - Acıbadem Campus Conference Hall
about
What is Acıbadem Talks (ACT)?
Acıbadem Talks is a student speaking competition organized to enable young people to share their capabilities, stories, and visions.
This event, which began at our school, has evolved into a national competition open to 7th-grade students in Istanbul.
Throughout this journey, students develop their public speaking skills, gain self-confidence, and engage with themes important to their generation.
Registerfeatures?
WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN THIS SUMMIT? / WHY ACT?
Inspire and Be Inspired
Not only will you share your own story, but you’ll also hear inspiring talks from your peers across Istanbul. Give inspiration, and take away new perspectives.
Prepare for the Future
This journey prepares you not only for a competition but also for life. Strengthen your leadership, communication, and creativity skills — and open doors to new opportunities.
speakers
Speakers
Finalists will be announced between March 25–30, 2026.
program
Program
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April 11, 2026
Saturday
December 24, 2025
National Competition Announcement
December 29, 2025
In-School Selections
February 16 - February 27, 2026
Video Submission
March 2-18, 2026
Video Review Begins
March 25 - 30, 2026
Finalists Announced
April 11, 2026
Live National Presentation
Register
Register
Acıbadem Talks Application Form
Application Window: December 24, 2025
Note: Each school may submit up to 3 student candidates.
Applications have ended (December 28, 2025 16:00). Thank you for your interest.
Where & When?
April 11, 2026 Saturday
Acıbadem Schools - Acıbadem Campus Conference Hall
0 216 510 52 32
Frequently Asked Questions
The competition is open to all 7th-grade students in Istanbul.
Each school may submit up to 3 student candidates.
All speeches must be in English.
Each speech should be 5–7 minutes long.
Applications will be made through the online application form available on the website.
Applications will be accepted until November 24, 2025, at 4:00 PM.
Each participant must submit a Parent Consent Form signed by their parent/guardian.
No, participation in the competition is free of charge.
Finalists will be announced between February 23–27, 2026 on the website.
Yes, winners and their mentor teachers will be awarded. All finalists will receive a certificate of participation.
Yes, both parents and teachers can apply as audience members for the final event.
The national final will be held on April 11, 2026, at Acıbadem Schools – Acıbadem Campus Conference Hall.
Finalist students may be accompanied by up to two parents, their advisor teacher, and one additional teacher/administrator approved by their school.