Hasan Taşkın’s message for Working Journalists’ Day on 10 January
January 10 Working Journalists’ Day Message from Hasan Taşkın, Chairman of UCWEP
Publishing a message on the occasion of January 10, Working Journalists’ Day, World Press Council Chairman Hasan Taşkın stated that journalists are the most important actors in the flow of information and news.
In his message, Taşkın said, “You are the cornerstones of democracy and a liberal society. We are grateful to you for the dedication and courage you have shown while selflessly fulfilling your duty to seek the truth, inform and question the public,” and emphasized that it is admirable to continue journalism in a principled and impartial manner, despite all the risks brought by the profession, under difficult conditions.
Hasan Taşkın, Chairman of UCWEP
Noting that continuing to be the voice of truth is of vital importance for the enlightenment and development of our society, Taşkın said, “As UCWEP, we will continue our work to protect press freedom and defend the rights of journalists.”
In his message, Taşkın commemorated all the journalists who lost their lives while on duty and wished all journalists a healthy and successful working life.
Taşkın also noted the following in his message:
- “Journalists are defenders of truth and justice.”
- “A free and independent press is a must for democracy.”
- “Attacks against journalists are attacks on freedom of the press and democracy.”
- “We call on the entire public to protect journalists and press freedom.”
We celebrate January 10, Working Journalists’ Day!
