The Role of Women's NGOs in Addressing Domestic Violence Against Women: Evaluating Challenges and Institutional Barriers in Turkey
This presentation focuses on the role of women’s NGOs in combating domestic violence against women in Turkey. The research evaluates how NGOs contribute to the implementation of domestic violence prevention policies and addresses the systemic challenges they face.
Key findings highlight the critical role that women’s NGOs play in supporting victims and advocating for stronger legal protections. However, the study also reveals significant barriers, including limited collaboration with government institutions, inadequate funding, and exclusion from policy-making processes. These challenges are exacerbated by regional disparities and cultural resistance, particularly in rural areas.
Focus group discussions were held with 34 women’s NGOs, including regions like Gaziantep, Van, Trabzon, İzmir, Antalya, and Erzurum, where service delivery challenges were most prominent. This presentation will explore the institutional barriers that hinder the effectiveness of NGOs and provide policy recommendations to improve collaboration between NGOs and government bodies, enhance support services, and address the structural challenges limiting their influence.