​Istanbul Aydın University Center for Disability Studies embraces the following core values:

Equality and Human Rights: Supporting the participation of all individuals in society with dignity, equal rights, and without discrimination.

Accessibility: Recognizing accessibility in physical, digital, academic, social, and communication environments as a fundamental principle.

Inclusion: Promoting the full and effective participation of individuals with diverse needs, experiences, and characteristics in education and society.

Independent Living and Participation: Supporting persons with disabilities in actively participating in decisions concerning their own lives and in living independently within society.

Scientific Integrity and Ethics: Conducting research and practices in accordance with scientific methods, academic ethics, reliability, and transparency.

Participation: Valuing the inclusion of the perspectives and experiences of persons with disabilities and relevant stakeholders in research, projects, and practices.

Collaboration: Promoting sustainable cooperation with universities, public institutions, local authorities, civil society organizations, the private sector, and international organizations.

Innovation and Sustainability: Following technological, scientific, and social developments and developing innovative and sustainable solutions.

Contribution to Society: Supporting the transformation of academic knowledge into social benefit and strengthening awareness of disability and accessibility.