ICSSOHS 2025
International Congress on Social Sciences and Occupational Healty & Safety
ICSSOHS 2025
Congress Poster
About the Congress
Bringing together leading researchers, academics, and industry professionals from around the world to share knowledge and foster innovation.
Expert Network
Connect with renowned experts and emerging researchers in your field
Global Reach
International participation from over 50 countries worldwide
Innovation Focus
Cutting-edge research presentations and breakthrough discoveries
Dear Academics, Experts, Researchers, and Participants,
It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we invite you to the International Congress on Social Sciences and Occupational Health & Safety, which will be held on October 7–8, 2025, under the joint organization of the Occupational Health and Safety Program of Hamidiye Vocational School of Health Services and the Occupational Health and Safety Coordination Office of the University of Health Sciences.
Our congress aims to bring together leading scholars, professionals, and all relevant stakeholders to contribute multidimensionally to the field of occupational health and safety from a social sciences perspective. We welcome contributions from various disciplines, including sociology, psychology, law, communication, management sciences, public health, and engineering. The congress will provide a rich platform for sharing both theoretical insights and practical experiences.
The event will be held in a hybrid format, offering both in-person participation and online presentation options, and will be open to national and international attendees. In addition to paper presentations, our program will feature special sessions, panel discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
In today’s ever-evolving world of work, the integration of not only technical but also social and cultural dimensions into occupational health and safety practices has become essential. In this context, the congress theme “New Horizons in Occupational Health and Safety through an Interdisciplinary Approach” aims to foster scientific dialogue and contribute to the advancement of professional knowledge.
We warmly invite academics, professionals, students, and representatives of relevant institutions to join our scientific community. It would be our great pleasure to welcome you to our University.
Sincerely,
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şemsi Nur KARABELA
Congress Chair
Photos from Congress
Important Dates
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Abstract Submission Deadline
September 26, 2025Abstract submission portal opens for all tracks
Full Paper Submission (Optional)
October 31, 2025Complete manuscripts due for accepted abstracts
Congress Dates
October 7-8, 2025Two days of presentations, networking, and discoveries
Boards
Honorary Presidents
Prof. Dr. Vedat IŞIKHAN
Minister of Labour and Social Security
Prof. Dr. Kemalettin AYDIN
Rector of the University of Health Sciences
Congress President
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şemsi Nur KARABELA
Director of Hamidiye Health Services Vocational School, University of Health Sciences
Organizing Committee
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serap TEPE
University of Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nebile ÖZMEN
University of Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serkan ETİ
Medipol University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Tuncay SOYLU
University of Health Sciences
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet ÇABUK
Karabük University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Sertaç TEMUR
Üsküdar University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Noushad MK
Jawaharlal Nehru University, Jamia Millia Islamia Central University, New Delhi, India
Dr. İhsan ESEN
General Manager of Information Technologies of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security
Dr. Selin ASLANTAŞ
University of Health Sciences
Dr. Ayşe Derya SARAÇOĞLU
University of Health Sciences
Nurayten KİDİR
University of Health Sciences
Sena İBALI GÜLTEKİN
University of Health Sciences
Ömer ÇELİK
University of Health Sciences
Melis ÇAVDAR
University of Health Sciences
Esma ETKE
University of Health Sciences
Furkan BERBER
University of Health Sciences
Sıtkı Buğra KÖSEOĞLU
University of Health Sciences
Ahmet Mücahit YILMAZ
Istanbul University - Cerrahpaşa
Elif Berra TEPE
Istanbul Social Sciences High School
Dr. Bedri ŞAHİN
The German Political Science Association (DVPW), Germany
Science Committee
Prof. Dr. Murat ELEVLİ
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Yunus KARAKOÇ
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Mustafa GEREK
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ali GÜLÇELİK
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Güven BEKTEMÜR
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Hür Mahmut YÜCER
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Şebnem ERÇELEN CEYLAN
University of Health Sciences
Prof. Dr. Ali Fuat GÜNERİ
Yıldız Technical University
Prof. Dr. Yagati Chinna RAO
School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
Prof. Dr. Haydar SUR
Üsküdar University
Prof. Dr. Emine CAN
Istanbul Medeniyet University
Prof. Dr. Mithat ZEYDAN
Istanbul Medeniyet Üniversitesi
Prof. Dr. Bülent MERTOĞLU
Marmara University
Prof. Dr. Kozet BAKIRCI
Marmara University
Prof. Dr. Ömer Erdem KOÇAK
Marmara University
Prof. Dr. Elif ÇELENK KAYA
Ondokuz Mayıs University
Prof. Dr. Bahaddin SİNSOYSAL
Beykent University
Prof. Dr. Abbas PANAKKAL
Department of Theology and Religion, Edward Cadbury Centre, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
Prof. Dr. Nur HIDAYAH
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Alauddin Islamic State University (UIN Alauddin Makassar), Indonesia
Prof. Dr. Shahul Hameed EBRAHIM
University of Sciences, Techniques and Technologies of Bamako, Mali
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nebile ÖZMEN
University of Health Sciences
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haruna Musa MODA
University of DOHA for Science and Technology, Qatar
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratheesh KUMAR
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shahriyar MUKHTAROV
Baku Engineering University, Azerbaijan
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Müge ENSARİ ÖZAY
Üsküdar University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pınar BAYKAN
Ağrı İbrahim Çeçen University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru SENEMTAŞI ÜNAL
Ağrı İbrahim Çeçen University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serkan ETİ
Medipol University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Öznur GÜLEN ERTOSUN
Medipol University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa YAĞIMLI
Istanbul Gedik University
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khairudin ALJUINED
Malay Studies, National University of Singapore; Malaysia Chair of Islam in Southeast Asia at the Alwaleed Centre for Muslim-Christian Understanding, Georgetown University, United States of America
Assist. Prof. Dr. Tuncay SOYLU
University of Health Sciences
Assist. Prof. Dr. Noushad MK
Jawaharlal Nehru University, Jamia Millia Islamia Central University, New Delhi, India
Assist. Prof. Dr. Sergio Merida Lopez
University of Malage, Spain
Assist. Prof. Dr. Rabia BALCI
Amasya University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet ÇABUK
Karabük University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Muhammed Fatih ERTAŞ
University of Health Sciences
Assist. Prof. Dr. Rüştü UÇAN
Üsküdar University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Gamze KAĞAN
Üsküdar University
Assist. Prof. Dr. Sertaç TEMUR
Üsküdar University
Dr. Selin ASLANTAŞ
University of Health Sciences
Dr. Muhammet Bayram TOPÇU
Turkish Airlines Travel and Time Management Manager
Dr. Ahmet Ebrar SAKALLI
Turkish Airlines Occupational Health and Safety Services Inc. Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
Dr. Aydın KARABULUT
University of Health Sciences
Advisory Board
Dr. Orhan KOÇ
Director General of Services for Persons with Disabilities and the Elderly, Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Services
İbrahim ESENKAR
Director General of Occupational Health and Safety, Ministry of Labor and Social Security
Eylül AYDIN KUTLU
Deputy Director General of Occupational Health and Safety, Ministry of Labor and Social Security
Ömer ŞAHİN
Deputy Director General of Occupational Health and Safety, Ministry of Labor and Social Security
Erhan TAYLAN
Deputy Director General of Occupational Health and Safety, Ministry of Labor and Social Security
Şaban POLAT
Head of Cooperation and Organization Department of General Directorate of Occupational Health and Safety
Ahmet NAVRUZCAN
Turkish Airlines Occupational Health and Safety Services Inc. Occupational Health and Safety Manager
Mesut ÖZBAKAN
Turkish Airlines Inc. Occupational Safety Specialist
Esmagül HAKKIOĞLU TÜYLÜOĞLU
University of Health Sciences
Tubanur KOCAMAN
University of Health Sciences
Aybüke ALKANAT GÜNALTAY
Medipol University
Zeynep BAŞAR
Republic of Turkey Social Security Institution
Levent KAVLAK
Health and Safety Specialist
Ayşe Sude YAZICI
Yankı Solutions Strategy and Business Development Manager
Meksut ALEV
Regional HSE Coordinator of Soletanche Bachy
Buket ERDAL
Can Holding Medya OHS Coordinator
Mürüvvet TOPALHAN
Divan Group OHS Manager
Participation
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Modes of Participation
On-Site Participation: Oral presentations will be delivered in person at the University of Health Sciences, Gülhane Campus, Prof. Dr. Cevdet Erdöl Conference Hall.
Online Participation: Presentations will also be accessible through the Zoom platform. The Zoom ID and password will be provided together with the official congress program.
Accommodation: The congress does not provide accommodation services. Participants are kindly advised to arrange their own reservations at hotels that best suit their preferences and budgets.
Congress Participation Fees
For participants from Türkiye:
- Online participation with one paper: 1000 TL
- Online participation with two papers: 1500 TL
- On-site participation with one paper: 2000 TL
- On-site participation with two papers: 2500 TL
Bank Account Details
IBAN: TR92 0001 5001 5800 7305 4237 91
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Relevance to Academic Promotion and Incentives
The congress holds international status in terms of both the diversity of its scientific committee and the participation of scholars from various countries.
Services Included in the Registration Fee
- Congress participation for all authors
- Certificate of participation (PDF format for all authors)
- Publication of the papers in the congress proceedings with ISBN
- Refreshments and lunch (for on-site participants)
Call For Papers
We are pleased to invite researchers, academics, professionals, and postgraduate students to submit papers to the International Congress on Social Sciences and Occupational Health & Safety, to be held on October 7–8, 2025, in hybrid format (both in-person in Ankara and online).
This interdisciplinary congress aims to explore the evolving dynamics of occupational health and safety through the lens of social sciences. We welcome theoretical, empirical, and case-based contributions from a wide range of fields, including but not limited to:
Main Themes of the Congress
- Human, Society, and Safety: The Impact of Social Sciences on Occupational Health
- Safety Culture and Social Dynamics in the Changing World of Work
- Next-Generation Occupational Safety through Social Scientific Approaches
- Psychosocial Risks in Occupational Safety: Theory, Practice, and Policy
- The Social Impact of Occupational Safety Policies: Cultural, Psychological, and Institutional Dimensions
Sub-Themes of the Congress
Psychology and Occupational Safety
- Employee Mental Health and Psychological Resilience
- Burnout Syndrome, Work-Related Stress, and Occupational Accidents
- Identification and Prevention of Psychosocial Risks
- Cognitive Load, Distraction, and Safety Performance
Sociology and Work Culture
- Transformation and Adaptation of Organizational Safety Culture
- Gender Roles and Occupational Safety
- Migrant Workers, the Informal Sector, and Safety Vulnerabilities
- Precarious Employment and Occupational Safety from a Social Justice Perspective
Public Policy and Law
- Social Impacts of Occupational Safety Legislation
- International Conventions and Harmonization Processes
- The Role of Trade Unions, Employers, and the State in Occupational Health and Safety
- Community-Based Approaches in Occupational Health Policies
Digitalization and the Future of Work
- Remote Work, Digital Connectivity, and Emerging Risks
- Human-Centered Safety Approaches in Industry 5.0
- Artificial Intelligence and Occupational Safety: Threat or Opportunity?
- Technology-Based Training and Risk Awareness
Education, Communication, and Awareness
- Behavioral Impacts of Safety Education
- Risk Perception and Persuasion Strategies in the New Generation Workforce
- Representation and Perception of Occupational Accidents in the Media
- Developing Safety Awareness through Corporate Communication Strategies
Global Perspectives and Comparative Studies
- Cross-National Occupational Safety Practices: Best Practices and Lessons Learned
- The Influence of Cultural Differences on Safety Practices
- Occupational Safety Challenges in Developing Countries
- Social Sustainability and Safety Policy Integration
Special Topics
- Psychosocial Support and Workplace Safety in Post-Disaster Contexts
- Women’s Experiences in Occupational Safety
- Safety Education for Young Workers
- Social Science Research Methods in Occupational Health and Safety
- Ethics, Values, and Decision-Making in Occupational Safety
- Occupational Diseases
- Disadvantaged Groups
Templates and Submission
Paper Template
Please use the official template for preparing your paper: 📄 Download Author Template (DOCX)
Submission
Please send your work to this email address:
📩 isgkoordinatorluk@sbu.edu.tr
Poster Size and Format
- 70 × 100 cm (portrait) or
- 90 × 120 cm (portrait)
Poster Content
Title and Author Information
- The title should be clear, concise, and attention-grabbing.
- Author(s) name, affiliation, and email address should be included.
Main Sections
- Objective / Introduction: Why the study was conducted.
- Method: Research design, sample, data collection tools.
- Results: Summary findings supported with charts, tables, and visuals.
- Conclusion / Discussion: Study contribution, comments, and suggestions.
- References: Short list of key references, if any.
- Contact: Email address of the corresponding author.
Design and Writing Guidelines
- Title: Minimum 70 pt
- Subheadings: 36–44 pt
- Text: 28–32 pt
- Font: Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman (readable)
- Color: Simple background with contrasting colors
- Text: Short paragraphs, bullet points preferred
- Visuals: Use high-resolution charts, tables, and photos
Event Calendar
Day 1 - October 07, 2025
Online Connection Control - Opening
Session I
- Fuzzy Fault Tree Analysis: Predicting Hydrocarbon Release Risk During Offshore Well Test Operation
Prof. Dr. Emine CAN, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Müge ENSARİ ÖZAY, Dr. Nafiseh FARAJIRAD - Managing Climate Risks in Occupational Health and Safety: ISO 45001 Perspective
Assist. Prof. Dr. Rabia BALCI - Digitalization in Occupational Health and Safety: Management Approaches to Psychosocial Risks
Assist. Prof. Dr. Rabia BALCI - Management of Environmental Health Risks in the Workplace: A Literature Review Chemical Exposure, Personal Protective Equipment Use and Artificial Intelligence Applications
Lect. Esmagül HAKKIOĞLU TÜYLÜOĞLU - Preschool Teachers' Views on Occupational Health and Safety: The Yozgat Example
Lect. Özlem SAKLICA, Lect. Yasemin İBİŞ
Break
Session II
- A Holistic Approach to Managing Biological Risks in Workplaces (SMEs)
Prof. Dr. Turan BUZGAN, Dr. Ahmet ÖZLÜ - Ergonomic and Psychosocial Risks Among Translators: A Qualitative Study on Occupational Health and Safety
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali DURAN, Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet YURTÇU - Occupational Diseases and Health Risks Among Translators and İnterpreters in Hospital Settings: A Content Analysis
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali DURAN - A Conceptual Assessment of Health Managers' Work Engagement and Organizational Citizenship Behaviors on Occupational Health and Safety Culture
Prof. Dr. Nezihe TÜFEKÇİ, Spc. Nil GÜREL - Defining the Title of Occupational Health Psychologist in Turkey as a Profession: Psychosocial İnterventions and a Policy -Based Approach
Clinical Psych. Selçuk ŞEN, Clinical Psych. Esra TOSUN
Break
Session III
- Findings from Safety Culture Studies: A Qualitative Review of Literature
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet YURTÇU - Occupational Health and Safety in the Health Sector: Multidimensional Literature Analysis
Sinan CEYLAN, Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet YURTÇU - Human, Society and Security Effects of Migration in the World, Specifically to Turkey
Serap DUMAN - The Effects of Accreditation on Occupational Health and Safety Practices in Health Services
Asiye GÖKÇE - Growth Strategies of the People's Republic of China: Historical, Economic and Geopolitical Dimensions
Dr. Bedri ŞAHİN
Break
Session IV
- Occupational Health and Safety in Working in Radiation Areas
OHS Spc. Hesna Gülşen AKKAYA - Occupational Health and Safety Risk Perception and Persuasion Strategies in the New Generation Workforce
OHS Spc. Hesna Gülşen AKKAYA - Representation and Perception of Workplace Accidents in the Media
Dr. Cihandar HASANHANOĞLU - Burnout Syndrome, Work-Related Stress and Work Accidents
Dr. Cihandar HASANHANOĞLU - Proactive Occupational Safety Leadership: Risk, Crisis and Safety Culture
Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmet ÇABUK
Break
Session V
- Determination of Critical Success Factors of Early Warning Systems in Disaster Management
Lect. Dr. Yeter AKKAYA - Digitalization and Employee Health: Preventing Work Accidents with Wearable Technologies
Lect. Dr. Yeter AKKAYA - Itinerant OHS Expert Model in Multi-Branch Businesses OHS Spc.
Hilal BAYINDIR
Day 2 - October 08, 2025
Registration and Welcome – Refreshments
Opening Speeches
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şemsi Nur KARABELA – Congress Chair
- İbrahim ESENKAR – Director General of Occupational Health and Safety
- Prof. Dr. Kemalettin AYDIN – Rector, University of Health Sciences
- Prof. Dr. Vedat IŞIKHAN – Minister of Labour and Social Security, Republic of Türkiye
Session I: Occupational Health and Safety in Public Institutions: Current Situation and Future Perspectives
- Hande Seray TUNCAY – Head of Legislation Department, Directorate General of OHS
- Tolga MURATDAĞI – Head of Data Management and Strategy Department, Directorate General of OHS
- Ali Rıza ERGUN – Public Branch Supervisor, Directorate General of OHS
Break / Refreshments
Session II: New Technologies and Digital OHS Applications
- Dr. Özcan YAVAŞ – Safety, Environment, and Sustainability Manager, KARSAN Inc.
- Oya KONUKÇU – Class A Occupational Safety Specialist, BEKO
- Ahmet NAVRUZCAN – OHS Manager, Turkish Airlines OHS Unit
- Nihal ŞİMŞEK – OHS Manager, OTOKAR Automotive and Defense Industry Inc.
- Abdullah KÖMÜRLÜ – Occupational Safety Specialist, ETI KROM Inc.
Lunch
Session III: Public Health, Occupational Accidents, and Safety Culture from the Perspective of Local Health Management
- Dr. Mehmet Celal ALMAZ – Director, Sincan District Health Directorate
- Assist. Prof. Dr. Melih Gaffar GÖZÜKARA – Faculty Member, Department of Public Health, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
- Dr. Barış SELOĞLU – Global Workplace Physician, BEKO
- Meltem ATAGÜN – Occupational Safety Specialist, ASO 2nd and 3rd OSB
Session IV: Addiction Risk in Working Life and Occupational Safety: Preventive Approaches
- Prof. Dr. Mustafa Necmi İLHAN – Department of Public Health, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
- Prof. Dr. Recep Erol SEZER – Member, Yeşilay Science Board
- Clinical Psychologist Afra Sevde ÇELEBİ – Yeşilay Instructor
Session V: Paper Presentations
- Empowering Older Workers: Raising Awareness of Noncommunicable Diseases through Workplace Health Programs
Dr. Mehmet Celal ALMAZ, Dr. Nezihe Tuğba TUNÇKAYA ÇELİK - Prioritizing OHS Training Contents According to Workplace Hazard Class with AHP and Fuzzy AHP
Dr. Selcan KAPLANVURAL, Dr. Umut ELBİR - Increasing Occupational Accidents among Motorcycle Couriers: Risk Prediction and Preventive Strategies with Artificial Intelligence
Ahmet Mücahit YILMAZ - The Effect of Cognitive Load and Distraction on Security Performance
Melis ÇAVDAR - The Effect of Digital Addiction on Work Accidents
Buğra KÖSEOĞLU - Evaluation of Cobot and Human Digital Twin Technologies in Industry 5.0 in Terms of Ergonomic and Psychosocial Risks
Esma ETKE - Management of Occupational Health and Safety Data within the Scope of KVKK: The Balance of Privacy and Security
Furkan BERBER
Contact Us
Get in touch with our organizing team for any questions or assistance
Get in Touch
isgkoordinatorluk@sbu.edu.tr
Phone
+90 216 777 8 777 / 7751-7752
Address
Health Sciences University Gulhane Campus,
Prof. Dr. Cevdet Erdöl Conference Hall,
Emrah Neighborhood
Ankara/Türkiye