"Continuing the tradition of helping others that I learned from my family through our foundation today means a great deal to me. Every step we take to create equal opportunities in education, support young people's futures and add lasting value to society gives us strength. We also feel the peace of mind that comes from making small but valuable contributions to the lives of our elderly citizens through the support we offer them. The road ahead is long, but our faith remains as strong as ever."

"It is a great honour for me to bring this organisation, which my husband Sait Özer has dreamed of for years, to life through our collective efforts."

"I am proud of my father, Sait Özer, and my mother, Müjgan Özer, for placing kindness and mutual support at the centre of their lives. Being able to touch people's lives at every step is the most beautiful reward for the values I learned from my family."