Ahilik Week Celebrated in Edremit
The Edremit Municipality, in collaboration with the District National Education Directorate and local trade associations, organized an event for Ahilik Week. The parade began at Şehit Hamdibey Square and continued at the Şükrü Tunar Cultural Center.
19 October 2026, 21:52 · Edremit Kaymakamlığı
This story was automatically translated from the Turkish original.
According to a statement from the Edremit District Governorship, the 39th Ahilik Week event was carried out in cooperation with the Edremit District National Education Directorate, the Edremit Vocational Training Center, and the Chamber of Commerce and Craftspeople.
The event commenced with a parade procession starting at Şehit Hamdibey Square. The program, which continued with participation from protocol members, professionals, teachers, students, and citizens, moved on to the Şükrü Tunar Cultural Center.
During the ceremony, the Ahilik Oath was recited, and the traditional şed (a ceremonial garment) was worn as part of a customary ritual. The ceremony, which began with a recitation of the Quran, proceeded with a program emphasizing values such as honesty, solidarity, mutual aid, and professional ethics.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were awarded to outstanding students. The "Artisan of the Year," selected by the trade associations, was honored with a plaque presented by District Governor Zafer Engin and other protocol members.
