Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey

TOBB Vice Chairman Halim Mete said that they would provide training to 9,000 women in 30 in technology fields with the project “My Sister” in his speech at the promotion meeting.

Stating that they aim to spread the project to all of Turkey's provinces as well as ensuring sustainability, Mete said, “Competencies required by the new era are more easily found in women than men. Now is the time for women. I see entrepreneurship, internet and technology as a very valuable opportunity for women. We sincerely believe women could become pioneers in the construction of Turkey's future. Women will carry our country to more prosperous tomorrows. This is as far as we could get with only men. A more powerful and rich Turkey is only possible with women attaining the place they deserve. Let's keep it in there is no gender for intellect, success or economy.”

- “Stronger women mean higher profit for companies, revitalization for the economy and many benefits for society”

Chairman of the Board of Coca-Cola Muhtar Kent also stated that the 21^st century is the century of women.

Stating that creating a global environment for women's success and providing equal opportunities is one of their top priorities, Kent said, “The world is looking for ways to revive its economy and the solution is in front of us. Women. I believe that investing in women has striking effects. Empowered women bring companies profits, revitalization to the economy and benefits to society.”