Council of Higher Education calls on universities for a Terror-Free Turkey
CoHE requested universities to contribute to the goal of a Terror-Free Turkey through scientific studies, panels, and workshops via an official letter sent to higher education institutions.
In the letter transmitted to higher education institutions with the signature of CoHE President Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar, universities were asked to support Turkey's process of national unity and brotherhood with their academic expertise.
Details of the Letter Sent to Universities
In the official letter prepared by CoHE and transmitted to all universities, it was stated that Turkey is going through a historic period aimed at strengthening the environment of peace and security.
The Importance of the Terror-Free Turkey Goal
The letter emphasized that the goal of a Terror-Free Turkey is of vital importance in terms of cleansing the country from violence, enabling citizens to look to the future with confidence, and increasing economic and social potential.
Role and Contributions of Academic Institutions
In line with the missions of universities in education, research, and contribution to society, it was requested that they support this process through panels, conferences, workshops, and various academic activities.
Statements by CoHE President Özvar
Stating that great pains were suffered in the past due to terrorism, CoHE President Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar expressed that the country's energy should be directed towards science, education, and development.