Bio
Berna Övül serves as Deputy General Manager for Project Development, Social Impact & Reporting at İhtiyaç Haritası (Needs Map), a social cooperative that matches people in need with supporters using mapping and verification tools. Having joined the organization before 2015, she oversees strategy, impact measurement, and reporting systems that help ensure projects are transparent, trustworthy, and effective. Educated at Başkent University, Övül brings strong skills in designing social programs, building stakeholder partnerships, and ensuring accountability. Under her leadership, İhtiyaç Haritası has connected individuals and institutions across Türkiye to address thousands of verified needs — from education to disaster relief — with a mission to foster dignified solidarity.