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Women Protest PM Erdoğan in Women's Meeting
Women Protest PM Erdoğan in Women's Meeting
Women protested PM Erdoğan at the International Women's Istanbul Meeting for having said that "men and women are not equal". Pointing to women murders they said, ""More of us are being killed when you say we are not equal".
8 November 2010
Women Converge on Turkey's Capital for Women Rights
Women Converge on Turkey's Capital for Women Rights
The KESK Women's Secretary, the Human Rights Foundation and the Ankara Women's Initiative for Peace organize a "march" from Istanbul and Hakkari to Ankara to draw attention to problems such as women murders, violence against women, child abuse and labour exploitation.
5 November 2010
Identity of Suicide Bomber Clarified
ISTANBUL BOMB ATTACK
Identity of Suicide Bomber Clarified
The Istanbul Governorship announced the identity of the suicide bomber who caused the injury of 32 people in Istanbul on 31 October. His name was Vedat Acar, a 24-year-old male from the south-eastern province of Van.
3 November 2010
"Media, Government and Judiciary May not Connive at Rape"
"Media, Government and Judiciary May not Connive at Rape"
The Turkish Association of Psychiatrics and the Society for Sexual Education, Treatment and Research called on professional organizations, legal and governmental authorities to take action against programs that connive at violence and rape or praise and encourage violent actions.
28 October 2010
Vakit Newspaper Sued by Transvestite Actress
Vakit Newspaper Sued by Transvestite Actress
A case under charges of "insult" was opened against Vakit newspaper because of an article about the play of transvestite actress Esmeray. Lawyer Öz criticized, "The trial should have been opened under charges of inciting the public to hatred and hostility".
22 October 2010
Journalist Özkök: Media People are Being Wiretapped
Journalist Özkök: Media People are Being Wiretapped
Journalist Özkök testified at the prosecution as a "victim" of the voice records found in the archive of former Eskişehir Chief of Police Avcı. "I complain against keeping records related to private life", he said.
15 October 2010
Early Marriage - 1 out of 3 Wives is a "Child Bride"
FLYING BROOM ASSOCIATION
Early Marriage - 1 out of 3 Wives is a "Child Bride"
With the project "Chid Brides: Victims of Destructive Traditions and Patriarchal Social Heritage" the Flying Broom Association is going to tackle the problem of early and forced marriages in Turkey. 33 percent of all wives enter marriage as a minor.
5 October 2010
Former Chief of Police Arrested
REVOLUTIONARY HEADQUARTERS ORGANIZATION
Former Chief of Police Arrested
Former Eskişehir Chief of Police Avcı, author of the book "Simons in the Golden Horn", was arrested in Istanbul under allegations of "aiding the Revolutionary Headquarters Organization". Avcı commented: "We turned out to be right, they arrested us".
29 September 2010
Economic Violence against Women
WOMEN'S RIGHTS
Economic Violence against Women
A Turkish court decided a divorce case in favour of the women by assessing her situation as the result of economic violence imposed by her husband. Feminist Işık appreciated the decision and pointed out that economic violence in various forms is a pressing problem in Turkish society.
15 September 2010
Press Review after Referendum
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
Press Review after Referendum
One day after the referendum, the headlines of Turkish newspapers were dominated by the outcome of the votes on the constitutional reform package. The referendum package was approved by a majority of 58 percent with a turnout of 77 percent.
13 September 2010
Women's Shelters - Room for Improvement
Women's Shelters - Room for Improvement
Yılmaz from KA-MER explains the incident in Malatya, where a young woman was kidnapped from the women's shelter by her family: "This was not a first. Insufficiency related to funding and staff create problems in terms of security and shelter conditions".
7 September 2010
Prof. Oran Filed Lawsuit against Wiretapping of General Staff
Prof. Oran Filed Lawsuit against Wiretapping of General Staff
Prof. Baskın Oran filed a criminal complaint at the Ankara Chief Prosecution related to allegations of illegal wire tapping concerning the Deputy Chief of General Staff. The Presidency of the General Staff meanwhile launched a criminal investigation.
2 September 2010
Diyarbakır Municipalities Cut Salaries of Violent Employees
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Diyarbakır Municipalities Cut Salaries of Violent Employees
Half of the salary of six employees of the Sur Municipality is paid to the wives of the employees because of domestic violence as the result of a collective labour agreement. 57 employees who send their daughters to university receive a monthly bonus of TL 100.
30 August 2010
12 People Died in Landslide on Eastern Black Sea Coast
12 People Died in Landslide on Eastern Black Sea Coast
12 people died in floods and a landslide caused by heavy rain in the city of Rize. 6 people are missing, 7 were injured. The vast majority of the area is covered with mud. Mayor Bakırcı expressed his concern for a further rise in the number of casualties.
27 August 2010
No Releases in Peace Groups Trial
No Releases in Peace Groups Trial
None of the defendants was released in the second hearing of the trial regarding 10 members the Peace Groups. Two groups came to Turkey in 2009 to make their contribution to the democratic opening process related to the Kurdish question.
27 August 2010
Amicable Agreement in Hrant Dink Case?
EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Amicable Agreement in Hrant Dink Case?
The ECHR is going to pronounce its decision on the Hrant Dink case on 14 September. The state is likely to apply for an amicable agreement before. Joint attorney Çetin doubts that the family of the slain Turkish-Armenian journalist will go for a compromise.
27 August 2010
4.7 Million Illiterate Women in Turkey
4.7 Million Illiterate Women in Turkey
10 percent of the Turkish population is illiterate according to the Turkish Statistical Institute. 84 percent of this group are women. Even if the Turkish education system succeeds in time to make more people literate, this cannot close the gap between men and women.
25 August 2010
Lawyer Çetin: Violations Continue, New Trials to Come
HRANT DINK MURDER CASE
Lawyer Çetin: Violations Continue, New Trials to Come
Lawyer Fethiye Çetin, joint attorney of the Dink family, criticized that rights violations continue in the trials and investigations related to the murder of Turkish-Armenian journalist Harnt Dink. Another application to the ECHR is on its way once domestic remedies are exhausted.
25 August 2010
ECHR Convicts Turkey in Hrant Dink Case - PM Erdoğan protects MIT
ECHR Convicts Turkey in Hrant Dink Case - PM Erdoğan protects MIT
The family of Hrant Dink, killed Turkish-Armenian journalist, won their case at the European Court of Human Rights. PM Erdoğan on the other hand refused permission for an investigation into alleged negligence of MIT members related to the murder.
24 August 2010
Call from Diyarbakir: Ceasefire an Opportunity for Dialogue
KURDISH QUESTION
Call from Diyarbakir: Ceasefire an Opportunity for Dialogue
145 NGOs from Diyarbakir assessed the PKK's decision for a ceasefire as a "huge opportunity to find a peaceful solution for the Kurdish question". They called for an end of military operations and not to exclude any of the involved sections.
19 August 2010
Government Is Urged to Take Concrete Steps
PKK CEASEFIRE
Government Is Urged to Take Concrete Steps
After the PKK's decision for a temporary ceasefire, members of political parties and NGOs urge the government to take concrete steps towards permanent peace.
17 August 2010
President Gül Admits State's Responsibility for Dink Murder
President Gül Admits State's Responsibility for Dink Murder
President Abdullah Gül accepted the state's responsibility for the murder of Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink. Gül said that Dink died because "necessary precautions" had not been taken prior to the murder.
17 August 2010
N.Y. Asks for Justice in Rape Case But There is No Lawsuit
N.Y. Asks for Justice in Rape Case But There is No Lawsuit
It has been revealed that no charges have been pressed against the 34 people, who are accused of raping 17-year-old N.Y. in Van. Among the 34 people, are the relatives of AKP Deputy Orhan. Justice Minister Ergin stated that an investigation was carried out about four of the suspects, but the file was closed due to lack of evidence.
14 August 2010
Men Kill 23 Women in July
Men Kill 23 Women in July
Men have killed at least 23 women in July. Six women have lost their lives suspiciously. Last month at least 20 women were injured, 18 women and children were raped, 27 people – 20 of whom were children – were victims of sexual abuse and exploitation.
13 August 2010
"Releasing Children Not an End to Problems"
CHILDREN VICTIMS OF THE ANTI-TERRORISM LAW
"Releasing Children Not an End to Problems"
A.A.’s son was released 11 months ago after staying in prison for 10 months: "A new period begins for children, who are released under the new law. Both the children and their families are in need of psychological-social support.”
11 August 2010
CIAC Volunteers Continue Advocacy as “Followers of Justice”
CHILDREN VICTIMS OF THE ANTI-TERRORISM LAW
CIAC Volunteers Continue Advocacy as “Followers of Justice”
Aribas from CIAT says, “We are continuing down the road, so that children can live like children.” She says that the child victims of the anti-terrorism law cannot be released because the necessary amendments to the Turkish penal code have not been carried out. CIAT volunteers monitor the malfunctions of the implementations, and give psycho-social support to children.
7 August 2010
Istanbul to be Included in UNESCO Danger List if Horn Bridge is Built
Istanbul to be Included in UNESCO Danger List if Horn Bridge is Built
The UNESCO Committee has given a last chance to Turkey before including Istanbul in the list of “World Heritage in Danger.” The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality has six months to prepare a new EIA report and a management plan. Among the criteria is making changes to the Halic Metro Bridge.
6 August 2010
"Those Leaving Women to the Hands of Murderers Should be Punished”
"Those Leaving Women to the Hands of Murderers Should be Punished”
Turkey cannot protect women, who take shelter in the state. Women are dying. Coordinator Hacisalihoglu of the Hurriyet Campaign to End Domestic Violence is underlining the inadequacy of capacity in institutions. "Police officials, who take women from shelters and send them back to a violent environment, should be punished,” says Lawyer Arin.
4 August 2010
"The State Cannot Remain Passive when Women Ask for Protection"
"The State Cannot Remain Passive when Women Ask for Protection"
In a divorce case filed by a woman because of domestic violence, Judge Doğan of an İstanbul Court emphasized that the woman has to be seen as an "individual without protection". The state and the judiciary could not remain impassive to a request of protection.
14 July 2010
Dink Family Lawyers Urge Prosecutors for Action
HRANT DINK MURDER CASE
Dink Family Lawyers Urge Prosecutors for Action
In the 14th hearing of the Hrant Dink murder case, the joint attorneys of the Dink family requested to include the former Istanbul Governor Güngör and four other key figures in the trial. The Gendarmerie disproved the statement of witness Özen.
13 July 2010
Constitutional Court Partially Annulled Reform Package
Constitutional Court Partially Annulled Reform Package
The Constitutional Court annulled parts of the government's constitutional reform package that redefined the process of electing member to the Supreme Council of Judges and Prosecutors and the High Court. The package is to be approved in a referendum on 12 September.
9 July 2010
20-Year Deadlock: Forced Migration and Refugees
EUROPEAN SOCIAL FORUM
20-Year Deadlock: Forced Migration and Refugees
Lawyer Bingöl criticized the lack of an effective domestic remedy for damages caused by forced migration and argued that the law on compensation created a deadlock. Bingöl called for rehabilitation programs and effective structuring procedures for forced migrants.
2 July 2010
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