One law, a thousand violations: An analysis of anti-LGBTQI+ legislation through the lens of legality and the prohibition of discrimination
The anti-LGBTQI+ draft bill, framed under the guise of “public morality,” poses a direct threat to individual rights and freedoms by openly violating both the principle of legality in criminal law and the prohibition of discrimination
One law, a thousand violations: Legal attacks on LGBTQI+ and human rights in Turkey
The 11th Judicial Package includes provisions that explicitly criminalize LGBTQI+ existence. The regulation, which prescribes penalties for gender reassignment and forced sterilization, stands in clear violation of both the Constitution and international law
State-built pond in Malatya turns into wastewater dump, posing health threat
An artificial pond, located near one of the city’s prime recreational areas, has nearly become a public health hazard in Malatya. Sewage and chemical effluents discharged into Şahnahan River, a vital artery of the city, accumulate in the pond, compounding environmental and health concerns.
Media Self-Regulation in Turkey: Challenges, Opportunities, Suggestions
What significant challenges do media organizations in Turkey face in setting up independent and effective self-regulation mechanisms? Why were models such as Press Councils and Ombudsmanship unsuccessful? The Media Self-Regulation book offers an up-to-date and detailed examination of the subject.
