LaunchApril 2026
RailMentor Phase 1 Begins
The development process of the RailMentor platform officially started in April 2026 under Erasmus+ KA210-VET.
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Erasmus+ KA210-VETRailMentor
Mentorship for Youth Entering the Railway Sector
A digital mentoring platform connecting experienced railway professionals with students aged 14-18. We train tomorrow's rail systems experts today.
An Erasmus+ partnership program coordinated by Gazi MTAL
Our Mission
Closing the Skilled Workforce Gap in the Railway Sector
Turkey's growing railway network needs qualified technical staff. RailMentor aims to bridge this gap by connecting sector experience with young talent through a digital bridge.
Ages 14-18
Target Student Group
3+ Years
Sustainability Plan
Erasmus+
EU Partnership Program
Core Approaches
Three Core Pillars
A mentoring experience built on RailMentor's strong foundations
Mentoring Model
One-on-one digital mentoring between industry professionals and students. Task assignment, feedback, and progress tracking all in one platform.
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Digital Transformation
A modern content library integrating AI-assisted maintenance, smart transportation, and rail technology into education.
02
Inclusivity
Priority matching algorithm to increase the participation of female students and disadvantaged groups in the railway sector.
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About Us
Who We Are
RailMentor is a non-profit mentoring platform developed under the Erasmus+ Small-Scale Vocational Education Partnership, coordinated by Gazi Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School (GATEM).
The project's core aim is to bridge the gap between vocational education and the labor market, connecting students' theoretical knowledge with field experience.
Target Audience
- Rail systems students aged 14-18
- Teachers and education coordinators
- Experienced railway sector professionals
- Gazi SMM administrators
KA210-VET
News & Events
Latest Updates
Project activities, workshops, and announcements
WorkshopMay 2026
Mentor-Mentee Matching Workshop
The first mentor-mentee matching workshop will be held at GATEM. UAT begins with 5 mentors and 5 students.
AnnouncementMay 2026
Platform MVP Launch
The functional web platform will go live by the end of May 2026. Mentor applications opening soon.
Media Center
Content & Media
Podcasts, videos, and educational materials about the railway sector
RailMentor Podcast
Interviews with industry professionals and career advice
Coming Soon
Educational Videos
Video content on rail systems, AI-assisted maintenance, and smart transportation
Coming Soon
Learning Materials
Presentations, e-learning, and thematic content
Coming Soon
Erasmus+ KA210-VET
Let's Shape the Future of the Railway Sector Together
Join as a mentor or mentee and discover the digital mentoring experience.
Free • Erasmus+ supported • Turkish & English