Perspectives of Academics and Professionals in the Field of Women’s Welfare in Türkiye on Services against Femicide

Authors : Mervenur Taşkın, Doğa Başer

Pages : 434-458

Doi:10.33708/ktc.1663855

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Publication Date : 2025-11-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The objective of this study is to investigate the perspectives of academics and professionals within the field of women’s welfare in Türkiye regarding anti-femicide services. In-depth interviews were conducted with 15 participants actively engaged in the field of women\\\'s welfare. The themes identified through the analysis include the enhancement of protective and preventive services and the enhancement of intervention services. It highlights a notable lack of knowledge among women regarding available services and their rights. There is a pressing need for protective and preventive planning that specifically addresses men’s risk of committing femicide. Politicians ought to prioritize combating femicide on their political agendas. The enhancement of counseling and training services is crucial for early intervention in the lead-up to femicide. Furthermore, concerns are raised regarding the temporary nature of work in women’s shelters, confidentiality issues regarding these shelters, and the vulnerability of women leaving shelters, potentially making them targets for further harm. It was suggested that increasing the number of ŞÖNİMs would ensure more effective operations, along with expanding efforts to work with men/perpetrators. Additionally, it was noted that women returning to their partners after experiencing violence pose a risk of femicide. Finally, it was stated that ŞÖNİMs should take a more active role in divorce and family counseling and that the quantity and quality of professional staff in ŞÖNİMs and women’s shelters should be increased.
Keywords : Kadın Cinayeti, Sosyal Politika, Kadına Yönelik Şiddet, Toplumsal Cinsiyet Eşitsizliği

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