Fethiye Cetin

About the Author

Fethiye Çetin is a prominent Turkish human rights lawyer, academic, and author whose work bridges personal memory and historical reckoning. Born in Turkey, she grew up in a family with hidden roots that profoundly shaped her understanding of identity and belonging. As a lawyer, Çetin has defended cases involving human rights abuses and political prisoners, while her writing delves into the silences of the past. Her memoir 'My Grandmother: An Armenian-Turkish Memoir' courageously uncovers her family's Armenian heritage, suppressed during the early 20th-century events, challenging national narratives and fostering dialogue on genocide recognition and reconciliation. Through her poignant storytelling, Çetin illuminates the intersections of personal loss and collective trauma, advocating for truth and empathy in a divided world.