Title: Religion, politics and gender equality in Turkey : implications of a democratic paradox

Authors: Arat, Yesim

Place: Geneva [etc.]

Publisher: United nations research institute for social development (UNRISD) [etc.]

Year: 2009

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Subject: Gender, Citizenship and Governance

Keywords: women, political conditions, religion, women's rights, gender equality, turkey

Abstract: The effects of the intertwining of religion and politics in Turkey both at the level of political and civil society is evaluated to identify whether or not this process expands 'opportunities' for women.

URL: http://www.gwi-boell.de/downloads/Final_Country_Report_Turkey_Sept2009.pdf

Document type: Portal