The summit of women and justice under the slogan of “Cultural Icons and Women” began on Friday in Istanbul. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made Keynote speech at the two-day summit denouncing Western views of women’s place in society and how They got trapped women to me one role.
“Cultural differences are the biggest factor in shaping women across world. dominant character of Western civilization has manifested itself more than others in The view of women. Women are limited to the same thing role today in every community in The world and movement of Population from rural to urban areas support this (forced role) and any other views of women They are universally denounced. On the other hand, we see violence towards women kejad issue in developed countriesunlike public picture of women. It’s not acceptable for Women must be subjected to violence because of of Erdogan said.
‘Women are expected play The traditional imposed roles on them and any cultural difference it is exposed to global shame. I think this summit is important step That will also cover those who Disguise (rules) imposed on women In the name of “modernity”.
“I think this summit will shed light on path on this is issue. a world where women Incomplete excluded. Removal women he is against our faith, against Human nature,” He said.
The chief said women I supported Turkish development and future full of The achievement was advanced thanks to their contribution. he is also touched on government’s work to improve rights of womenincluding modification in constitution that says women And the men They have equal rights. in the fight against violence against Erdogan said government took steps for height prison terms for Domestic violence and other crimes against women. “we improved the conditions of a job women And the financially Supporting working mothers.
Erdogan also talk about new discussion between government and the opposition on hijab issue. “The opponents of hijab for women they say now us to me resolve this is issue. invite them to help construction new Constitution that won’t have any discrimination against women. Mine colleagues He handed them this proposal but they are now told that it is not necessary.”
The semi-annual summit, organized by the Association for Women and Democracy (KADEM) and the Ministry of Family and social services, delve into the “standards” women They are forced to comply.
Apart from Erdogan, Minister of Family and Social Services Derya Yanik and President of KADEM Center Salha Okur Gumruçoğlu were the main speakers at the conference. event. The summit brings together ministers, academics, researchers, journalists, businessmen and representatives of various Non-governmental organizations (NGOs). On the first Today, a ministerial-level meeting was scheduled, with to share of Guests from Libya, Palestine, Azerbaijan, Algeria, Germany, Hungary and Singapore under the title of Towards more inclusive societies: women as agents of They change.” on the second Today, commissions will be held.
The first panelentitled “Women as a Subject” focuses on discussions on Adel social Structure and Empowerment of women as a subject of civil society, as well challenges Have moves face in The futureAlong with Questions on Ability of The women’s movement to reshape civil society as a movement questioning male domination public space. assistant professor Merv Safa Kavakci of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Afghan peace negotiator and women’s rights activist Fatima Gilani; Tsunni Church graduates, academician from Ibn Khaldun University who also as an executive director of Jasmine Foundation for search and Communication; And Sharifa Noaman Al Emadi from Qatar, executive director of Doha International Family Institute speaking at panel.
The second panelentitled “Public Space and Practical Life”, addresses many topics, including setting standards for women’s attitude in practical life, how breakable women mode in Working life is and ways to increase quality and quantity of workforce opportunities for womenas well as empowering them in Economic Access power. The panel will also Discuss maintaining a balance between work And the family life for women. Hayat Sindi, a biotechnologist from Saudi Arabia, will do just that join LedBy Founder Rawhi Shadab, Member Yasmin Gur Solmaz of Executive board of Turkish Gürmen Group and Marlyse R. Ndenga from Cameroon, publication director of Valeurs Ajoutees magazine, in panel.
In the “Public places and market rules” panel, participants will discuss how daily life and public space Establish femininity rules while creating social reality And the challenges who – which women face in public space and work life, as well as their response to those challenges in In addition to discussing on Mechanisms required For protection and authentication women in practical life. Adviser to the King Sultana Tavadar from the United Kingdom, Executive Director of World Hijab Day Nizma Khan from the United States, and Head Chef social Businessman Ebru Baybara Demir from Turkey and awardThe winning American journalist, Rowaida Abdel Aziz, will attend panel.
New and constructive lifestyle of culture” panel on Saturday will discuss the effect of new lifestyles on current standards, how new Lifestyles impose their legitimacy and whether this transformation is an opportunity or an obstacle for women. The panel will also Processing Femininity Experiences in different cultures and how to me build women-friendly media. between the panel’s participants They are Bilqis Abdul Qadir A former Basketball player From the United States turned into a motivational speaker who Banned from attending international matches Because of Her headscarf, Radwana Hamid, British film director and journalist, Syrian director and activist Waad al-Khatib, and Australian actor Rashad Strick.
Pictures of womanhood” panel We will delve into it how women linked with art And the how visual and audio art Forms build Pictures and customs on femininity and transform them as well how art Criticism can intersect with women’s activity. Aysha Tashkent of Istanbul University – Gera Pasha, historian, author and presidential advisor Humira Sahin Oktay, director and producer Samah Safi Bayezid and designer and podcast host Ayse Akova will speak at panel.
