Republican Turkish Party (CTP) MP Asım Akansoy made significant remarks regarding the recent increase in incidents of gender-based violence. He emphasized that such incidents should not be evaluated solely based on the perpetrators, as the underlying public policy deficiencies must also be acknowledged.
Inadequate Mechanisms for Protecting Women
Akansoy stated that one of the main reasons behind the rise in gender-based violence is the insufficient effective use of mechanisms for protecting women, as well as the government’s failure to fulfill its responsibilities in this area. He pointed out that statements made after each act of violence are inadequate and noted that necessary steps are not being taken. He emphasized that the right to life of women is a requirement of the social state understanding.
Recommendations and Solutions
Akansoy drew attention to the steps that need to be taken in the fight against gender-based violence. In this context, he stressed the need to increase the number of women’s shelters, make the protection mechanisms available to victims of violence more effective, and restructure educational policies from the perspective of gender equality. He also highlighted the importance of implementing a zero-tolerance approach to violence and allocating sufficient resources for this purpose.
Noting that gender-based violence should not be seen as fate or isolated incidents, Akansoy pointed out that this situation is a result of long-ignored social policies and deepening inequalities. He stated that the responsibility of the state is not to expect patience from women, but to urgently implement effective protection policies.
Additionally, he added that as CTP, they are determined to oppose the normalization of gender-based violence and continue to advocate for women’s right to life, equal citizenship rights, and the right to live safely. He affirmed that a strong democracy is only possible in a society where women can live freely and securely.
Source: www.yeniduzen.com
