Emine Özcan

Emine Özcan

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Politician and NGOs Urge for Clarification of Önkol's Death

Politician and NGOs Urge for Clarification of Önkol's Death

MP Soysal applied to the Parliamentary Human Rights Commission to clarify the death of Ceylan Önkol. Soysal said he wants to solve question marks evolved from the circumstances of the girl's death to ease the public conscience. More than 40 NGOs and Associations launched a signature campaign at the same time pursuing the same intention.

19 October 2009

Women's Rights Must be Implemented in Daily Life

EU PROGRESS REPORT

Women's Rights Must be Implemented in Daily Life

The EU Progress Report emphasizes the necessary reinforcement of women's political presence and women's labor power. Serious problems such as domestic violence, "honor killilngs" and early and forced marriage still leave room for improvement.

16 October 2009

Protests against Health Care Contribution Rate

Protests against Health Care Contribution Rate

Unions and business organizations prepare for a demonstration themed "Turkey's health is on the downgrade" for coming Sunday in Kadıköy/Istanbul. The protest is aimed at health examination fees and contribution to pharmaceuticals amongst other critical points.

16 October 2009

Greens Launch Trial for Palovit Valley

Greens Launch Trial for Palovit Valley

Turkey's Green Party warns, "The Black Sea's ecosystem is under threat of opportunists". The Greens filed a trial to stop the construction of a road which they consider to be against the law. The road will lead through one of Turkey's most pristine and unique ecosystems.

14 October 2009

"When Will Mohsen Abdolkhani and Hamid Karimnia Be Released?"

"When Will Mohsen Abdolkhani and Hamid Karimnia Be Released?"

After the decision from ECHR, Diyarbakır MP Kışanak asked Minster for the Interior Atalay why there is still no action to sort out the situation of refugees and refugee accommodations.

13 October 2009

Precedent: 20 Years Sentence for Rape from 14 Years Ago

Precedent: 20 Years Sentence for Rape from 14 Years Ago

Defendant Şahin Öğüt was handed a 20 years prison sentence for raping a young teenager 14 years ago. Öğüt is tried in 12 cases of sexual assault.

13 October 2009

'General Culture' Course Books: Girls at Home, Boys Out and About

'General Culture' Course Books: Girls at Home, Boys Out and About

A research into course books for 'general culture' lessons conducted by Eğitim Sen showed that girls are mainly represented in the environment of their mothers and other adults, at school or at home showing passive behavior and dependency, while boys are depicted as independent and active.

Police Officer Arrested After Attacking Student

POLICE VIOLENCE

Police Officer Arrested After Attacking Student

8 Policemen were involved in the assault on university student Güney. Lawyer Elif Bulaç announced that one of them has been arrested.

Police Force against IMF-WB Protestors - 200 People Arrested

IMF-WB SUMMIT

Police Force against IMF-WB Protestors - 200 People Arrested

About 2000 people wanted to participate in a demonstration against IMF and World Bank starting on Taksim Square in Istanbul. The police intervened with tear gas, tinted water and water cannons. Clashes occurred in a number of neighboring districts.

Accused Police Officer Absent for 21 Months

Accused Police Officer Absent for 21 Months

The court declined Yalın's request to detain police officer Gişi who shot at him 21 months ago. The case is adjourned to 11 March next year since the police defendant did not show up at the court.

30 September 2009

"We Must Oppose IMF and World Bank because..."

IMF-WB SUMMIT

"We Must Oppose IMF and World Bank because..."

Fırat Genç from Direnistanbul explains why he opposes IMF and WB: "Measures such as widespread privatization, limitations of the public budget, cuts of agriculture subsidies etc. are a result of the 'recommended' structural adjustment programs".

30 September 2009

15 Years Imprisonment for Deaths of 8 Women

15 Years Imprisonment for Deaths of 8 Women

The prosecutor's office demands a 15 years prison sentence for the employer, the administrative manager and the driver who are held responsible for the drowning of 8 women during the flood in Istanbul earlier this month. The victims' lawyer will object because of "severe neglect".

28 September 2009

Women Call For Support Against Sexual Offences

Two activists will stand trial on 1 October, on allegations of insulting and attacking Hüseyin Üzmez, who is condemned to 13 years for sexually molesting a child.

25 September 2009

Nadire Mater’s Latest Book "The Street is Beautiful"

Nadire Mater’s Latest Book "The Street is Beautiful"

Journalist Nadire Mater's latest book deals with the revolutionary period of time around 1968, depicting a broad variety of aspects in 21 interviews with contemporary witnesses and companions.

25 September 2009

Refugees Protest: "No Food for Us"

Refugees Protest: "No Food for Us"

Refugees kept in a refugee camp of the Aliens Department in the Istanbul district of Fatih/Kumkapı revolted to draw attention to their poor living conditions.

21 September 2009

Münevver Karabulut - Summary of a Murder Case

MÜNEVVER KARABULUT MURDER

Münevver Karabulut - Summary of a Murder Case

Münevver Karabulut's body and dismembered head had been found in a waste container in Etiler, Istanbul, in March this year. Suspect C.Garipoğlu now surrendered to the police 7 months after the murder. The negligent handling of the case was criticized before by Karabulut's family and friends.

19 September 2009

Torrential Rain in Istanbul Caused Flash Flood in the District of Ikitelli

32 CASUALTIES IN HISTORIC FLOOD

Torrential Rain in Istanbul Caused Flash Flood in the District of Ikitelli

32 bodies were recovered from the floods, nine people are still missing. Hundreds of cars were dragged along by the massive force of the water. People were trapped in their cars. Buildings collapsed under the impact of the flood.

10 September 2009

Medal of Honor for Ara Güler and Orhan Pamuk

TURKISH SEASON IN FRANCE

Medal of Honor for Ara Güler and Orhan Pamuk

In the course of the "Turkish Season in France" photographer Güler and writer Pamuk are awarded the 'Vermeil Medal' in Paris. A retrospective exhitibition opens in honor of Ara Güler.

6 September 2009

Medal of Honor for Ara Güler and Orhan Pamuk

TURKISH SEASON IN FRANCE

Medal of Honor for Ara Güler and Orhan Pamuk

In the course of the "Turkish Season in France" photographer Güler and writer Pamuk are awarded the 'Vermeil Medal' in Paris. A retrospective exhitibition opens in honor of Ara Güler.

4 September 2009

Gender-Based Violence Takes The Lives of 15 Women in August

Gender-Based Violence Takes The Lives of 15 Women in August

A scan of the "third pages" in national newspapers last month revealed nearly daily incidents of violence, rape and murder.

3 September 2009

31 Children Tried Under Charges of Terrorism

31 Children Tried Under Charges of Terrorism

According to information from the 'Call for Justice for Children' Initiative 31 children appear before the courts under charges of terrorism only in August. One child was released, one child was sentenced to 6 months in prison.

3 September 2009

Campaigners Call for Legislation To Ban Lay-Offs

WORKERS CAMPAIGN AGAINST LAY-OFFS

Campaigners Call for Legislation To Ban Lay-Offs

Left political groups and trade unions join forces to campaign against growing number of layoffs. Starting in October with a wide signature collection the campaign is planned to last for three months, for bringing employers under stricter measures to cancel work contracts.

1 September 2009

"Stop Sexual Harassment in Police and Gendarmerie"

WOMENS RIGHTS

"Stop Sexual Harassment in Police and Gendarmerie"

Women of the FeministBiz group in Ankara organized a demonstration drawing attention to sexual harassment and violence against women in prison and detention.

Ergenekon Defendant Yıldırım: "I Organised Cumhuriyet Bombing"

Ergenekon Defendant Yıldırım: "I Organised Cumhuriyet Bombing"

At the last hearing, defendant Yıldırım said that he got young men to bomb the newspaper, but he denies involvement in the State Council attack.

State Council Attack Father Asks: Was My Son Drugged?

Ergenekon Trial

State Council Attack Father Asks: Was My Son Drugged?

At the 104th hearing of the first Ergenekon trial yesterday (24 August), 32 defendants were present.

"Minister Atalay Should Ask Women about Kurdish Initiative"

"Minister Atalay Should Ask Women about Kurdish Initiative"

Around 500 women joined a Peace Festival in Maçka Park on Sunday. They demand to be heard by the government.

MP Tuncel Opposes "Unwanted" Third Bridge

MP Tuncel Opposes "Unwanted" Third Bridge

DTP MP Sebahat Tuncel for Istanbul has called for a discussion on how decisions are made regarding the city.

Male Violence Killed 17 Women in July

Male Violence Killed 17 Women in July

According to bianet's ongoing count of incidences of gender-based violence, 17 women were killed, while others were raped, harrassed and beaten.

Solidarity Protest for Imprisoned Cancer Patient Zere

Solidarity Protest for Imprisoned Cancer Patient Zere

Female members of the EHP gathered to demand the release of Güler Zere from prison.

Life Sentence for Husband Killing Wife Who Wanted Divorce

Gender-based violence

Life Sentence for Husband Killing Wife Who Wanted Divorce

Ayşe Yılbaş, a trainee doctor, was killed by her husband, non-commissioned officer Hüseyin Güneş Özmen after trying to separate from him.

Smoke-free Air Space? What About Dilovası and Yatağan?

AN EYE ON THE INDUSTRY

Smoke-free Air Space? What About Dilovası and Yatağan?

Environmental engineer Tuncaelli says, "If the 'smoke-free air space' slogan is meant to be supported, before the cigarette ban it is much more important to reduce air pollution caused by the industry."

35 Years After "Peace Operation" Still No Solution For Cyprus

35 Years After "Peace Operation" Still No Solution For Cyprus

On Turkey's celebrations for the 35th anniversary of the "Peace Operation" Northern Cyprus political leaders criticized the roles of the EU and the USA in the conflict.

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