Happy 10 January Working Journalists' Day

The press, one of the indispensable elements of democratic societies, is the strongest guarantor of freedom of thought and expression, transparency, and the accurate informing of the public. Journalists, who undertake with great dedication the responsibility of being the eyes, ears and voice of society, not only convey the news but also contribute to the formation of collective memory.

As the Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk expressed with the words "The press is the common voice of the nation," members of the press are an important force that voices the truth in the public interest and shapes the development of democracy.

"10 January Working Journalists' Day," which gained its meaning with Law No. 212 that came into force in Türkiye on 10 January 1961 and regulated the working rights of journalists, holds great importance in remembering the rights and professional values of press workers.

I celebrate the "10 January Working Journalists' Day" of all members of the press who work under difficult conditions, regardless of time and place; who inform the public with an understanding of accurate and principled journalism and safeguard our freedom to receive information; and I wish them success, health and ease in their professional lives.

Respectfully,

TÜROB – Association of Turkish Hoteliers
Müberra ERESİN
President