Criminal complaint against "child beauty contest" in Antalya
The Ministry of Family and Social Services announced that a criminal complaint was filed against the child beauty contest that was stated to be held in Antalya.
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The Ministry of Family and Social Services announced that a criminal complaint was filed and an investigation was launched about the beauty contest, which was stated to be held in Antalya with the participation of children in the 4-13 age group.
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Why It Matters
News that a beauty contest called 'Little Miss and Little Mister United World' will be held in Antalya with the participation of children in the 4-13 age group was featured in the press and digital media.
A statement was made by the Ministry of Family and Social Services following the news in some media and digital media that a beauty contest called 'Little Miss and Little Mister United World' will be held in Antalya with the participation of children in the 4-13 age group.
“WE ARE FILED A CRIMINAL COMPLAINT ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION IN SAME”
In the statement, it was emphasized that it is unacceptable to put children into aesthetic molds that are not appropriate for their age and development based on their physical appearance, and the following was noted:
"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 put them 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 elements, are incompatible with the principles of children's rights and the best interest of the child."
In the statement, it was stated that an investigation had been initiated and said, "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."
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The Ministry will take legal and administrative steps regarding the organization
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What legal action will be taken against the organizers of the competition?
- Has the organization been canceled completely?
