Society
This section covers policy proposals aimed at strengthening social peace, equality, and a culture of living together in Türkiye. It addresses structural solutions related to combating discrimination, social cohesion, women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
Overview
Social challenges in Türkiye stem not only from economic inequalities, but also from unfair access to opportunities, discrimination, and weakening social ties. A decline in social trust increases tensions between different communities and makes it harder to build a shared future.
The proposals in this section aim to strengthen the principle of equal citizenship for all, increase social inclusion, and ensure the state fulfils its responsibilities more effectively in combating discrimination, empowering women, and reducing social risks. The goal is to build a social structure in which individuals—regardless of origin, gender, or living conditions—can live with dignity and security.
Proposals
RESPECTING ALL PEOPLE IN TURKEY
Proposal 20
Screen all laws and regulations to ensure equal treatment of all people living in Turkey, regardless of their language, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, complexion, disability, political opinion, philosophical belief, religion, sect, or any other similar ground
Proposal 21
Prepare a National Zero Tolerance Plan for Hate Crimes to eradicate prejudice-based violence because of a victim’s language, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, complexion, disability, political opinion, philosophical belief, religion, sect, or any other similar ground
UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF TURKISH WOMEN
Proposal 22
Develop a roadmap to increase the labor participation of women from the current 30% to the OECD average of 80% by promoting women entrepreneurs and Board members in listed companies, prescribing women-friendly workplaces, ensuring neighborhood nurseries overseen by the government, encouraging flexible work arrangements for both men and women, expanding parental leave to both parents, and promoting ‘male-champions’
Proposal 23
Hold publically accountable, public entities and local governments that do not manage to have women at a minimum at 35% of positions at all levels, with the aim to increase this target to 50%
Proposal 24
Develop a National Girls Empowerment Program to strengthen girls’ leadership skills and confidence under mentorship of successful women
Proposal 25
Hold publicly accountable, national and local governments that do not provide for gender-sensitive budgeting
TRAFFIC & WORKER SAFETY, GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCES, MIGRATION & SPORTS
Proposal 41
Develop a national action plan to eliminate all traffic fatalities and injuries (Vision Zero Turkey)
Proposal 42
Develop a national action plan to eliminate workplace fatalities and injuries by significantly increasing compensations, imposing mandatory insurance, and establishing independent audit firms on workplace safety
Proposal 43
Prepare a plan to bolster the human capacity in the financial sector and financial policy and regulatory bodies
Proposal 44
Develop a global human resources policy to support public sector officials’ international career development
Proposal 45
Develop a plan to leverage the Turkish expats for the development and representation of Turkey and the furtherance of its political and social influence on the global stage
Proposal 46
Develop a human rights-focused migration policy and to strengthen immigration management
Proposal 47
Develop a plan to leverage the skills of immigrants who reside in Turkey to address human capital shortages in the work force, including the educational and health care system
Proposal 48
Prepare legislation to further the social and economic position of persons with disabilities, including the necessary adjustments in the areas of education, health, and employment to ensure that they can effectively enjoy their rights under national and international law; and strengthen regional offices and pertinent civil society organizations for enhanced advocacy for persons with disabilities
Proposal 49
Prepare a national action plan to increase Turkey’s participation and success at international sports competitions