AVRUPA NEWS AGENCY (AVA) – LONDON / EXCLUSIVE - Ece Güneş, President of the Turkish Society at City University of London, has praised the role of Turkish youth in building stronger cultural, educational and professional connections between Türkiye and the United Kingdom, while extending her congratulations to Avrupa Newspaper on its 25th anniversary.
Representing a community of approximately 600 Turkish students, Güneş emphasised the importance of unity, cultural identity and creating new opportunities for the next generation of Turkish professionals in Britain.
BRINGING TURKISH STUDENTS TOGETHER IN LONDON
As President of the Turkish Society at City University of London, Güneş leads a student community dedicated to bringing young people together through cultural, social and professional activities.
The society aims to create a supportive environment where Turkish students can celebrate their heritage, develop meaningful friendships and establish valuable connections for their future careers.
“Our aim is to bring Turkish students together and strengthen our community here in the UK through cultural, social and professional events,” Güneş said.
CELEBRATING 103 YEARS OF THE TURKISH REPUBLIC
Highlighting the spirit of collaboration among Turkish students across London, Güneş spoke about the recent celebration of the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye.
The event brought together Turkish student societies from City University of London, Queen Mary University of London, the University of Greenwich and the University of the Arts London.
The joint celebration demonstrated the strong sense of national pride, friendship and solidarity shared by Turkish students studying at different universities across the capital.
CREATING CAREER AND MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Looking ahead, Güneş outlined an ambitious vision for the society, with a particular focus on expanding cooperation between universities and connecting students with established professionals across the UK.
“This year, we are focusing on expanding university collaborations, creating mentorship and career opportunities, and connecting Turkish students with professionals across the UK,” she explained.
These initiatives aim to help students build professional networks, gain valuable career insights and develop the skills needed to succeed in an increasingly international environment.
“OUR GENERATION HAS AN IMPORTANT ROLE TO PLAY”
Güneş also highlighted the responsibility of young Turkish people living and studying abroad to maintain their cultural identity while contributing positively to the societies in which they live.
“We believe that our generation has an important role to play in building bridges between Türkiye and the United Kingdom, while proudly preserving our cultural identity,” she said.
Her message reflects the aspirations of a new generation of Turkish students who see themselves not only as future professionals but also as cultural ambassadors connecting two countries.
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR AVRUPA NEWSPAPER’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Marking a significant milestone for the Turkish-language media in Britain, Güneş extended her congratulations to Avrupa Newspaper on its 25 years of publication.
Speaking on behalf of Turkish students and university societies across London, she recognised the newspaper's contribution to the Turkish community and its continued support for younger generations.
“On behalf of Turkish students and our fellow university societies in London, I would like to congratulate Avrupa Newspaper on its 25th anniversary,” she said.
Güneş also expressed her appreciation to the newspaper’s founder and editor, Vatan Öz, for supporting Turkish students and providing opportunities for their voices to be heard.
“A special thank you to its founder and editor, Mr Vatan Öz, for his continued support and for giving young Turkish voices a platform to be heard.”
STRENGTHENING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN MEDIA AND THE NEXT GENERATION
Güneş concluded her anniversary message by expressing her hope that the relationship between Turkish media organisations and young people in Britain will continue to grow.
“We hope to continue strengthening this valuable connection between Turkish media and the next generation,” she said.
Expressing her gratitude for being included in the celebrations, she added:
“Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of this special celebration, and congratulations once again!”
Her message underlined the importance of encouraging young Turkish voices, supporting educational initiatives and ensuring that future generations remain connected to their cultural heritage.
