Criminal complaint from the Ministry of Family and Social Services to the organization of the 'child beauty contest'

In the written statement made by the Ministry, "As the Ministry of Family and Social Services, we are filing a criminal complaint against the organization in question. It is unacceptable for children to be competed based on their physical appearance, to be put into aesthetic molds that are not appropriate for their age and development, and to evaluate adults with beauty criteria.

Such organizations, which turn children into commercial assets, are incompatible with children's rights and the principle of the best interest of the child. It is our fundamental responsibility to protect the physical, mental and psychosocial development of our children.

No commercial activity, promotion or organization is more valuable than the rights and well-being of our children. Necessary investigations have been initiated by the relevant units of our Ministry.

"In order to protect our children, all necessary legal and administrative steps will be taken with determination within the framework of our duties and powers, and the process will be followed meticulously."