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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 Burçin Belge

Abortion after Rape: Judge Ignored the Law

Abortion after Rape: Judge Ignored the Law

The Turkish law allows abortion until the 20th week of pregnancy in case a woman got pregnant because of rape. Yet, a judge dismissed the request for abortion, saying that he would not be exploited for murder. Rights defenders criticized the decision.

29 April 2010 Berivan Tapan