“Not in Her Name”: Cwecwe’s Parents Speak Out Against Cwecwe foundation

The grieving parents of Cwecwe, a young woman whose story gained national attention following her tragic assault, have issued a public warning against the unauthorized use of their daughter’s name in connection with a foundation they did not approve.

In an emotional and urgent media statement released on Saturday, the family expressed outrage after learning that an individual named Mehmet had allegedly launched a foundation in Cwecwe’s name without their consent. They emphasized that Mehmet has no right to represent their daughter or exploit her legacy for any purpose.

“This individual has no right to establish a foundation using our daughter’s name without our consent,” the family stated. “We categorically reject any attempt to solicit funds from the public using Cwecwe’s name.”

The parents also revealed that Mehmet went as far as denying “Cwecwe” was their daughter’s real name and allegedly issued threats against them. “If there had not been widespread awareness of Cwecwe’s assault, how would he know her name?” they asked. “Cwecwe is our daughter’s name, and we will fiercely protect her legacy from those who seek to exploit it for profit.”

According to the family, Mehmet attempted to pressure them into assuming the role of CEO of the so-called “Cwecwe Foundation”—a role they never agreed to. They made it clear that any legitimate foundation bearing Cwecwe’s name will be officially registered and announced via their verified social media channels.

“We are in the process of registering an official foundation in her name. We urge the public not to entertain or support any other foundation claiming to represent Cwecwe,” they said.

The family concluded their statement by calling on Mehmet to immediately cease all activity related to the unauthorized foundation. They stressed that he has never been appointed by them and does not represent their family or their daughter’s legacy.

The case raises critical questions around consent, legacy, and the exploitation of victims’ identities in the public sphere. Supporters of the family have since rallied behind their call for justice and the ethical remembrance of their daughter.

For accurate information and future updates, the public is encouraged to follow the family’s verified social media platforms.