Sedef completed her bachelor’s degree in Sociology at Fatih University and then completed her master's degree in Cultural Studies at Bilgi University. She began her career with projects through the Erasmus+ Program in 2011, continuing with projects for EU programs such as IPA, Horizon, Erasmus, EVS, as well as projects for development agencies. Specializing in renewable energy, sustainability, and environmental protection projects, Sedef has been serving as a Project and Fundraising Coordinator at the Mediterranean Conservation Society since 2023.