On March 11, the documentary “Metamorphosis: Women’s Struggle for Freedom in Turkey” was screened in New York by Advocates of Silenced Turkey (AST). Alongside the screening, a panel discussion and the Exhibition of Silent Screams were held to bring attention to women’s rights violations in Turkey.
“The Other Children” Documentary Screening and Social Exhibition of Silent Screams Held at Utah State University
Utah State University hosted a special event organized by Advocates of Silenced Turkey (AST). The screening of The Other Children documentary and the Silent Screams exhibition shed light on human rights violations in Turkey, focusing on the stories of children growing up under oppression.
Advocates of Silenced Turkey Youth Team Host Successful Panel Discussion in Partnership with Set Them Free, Journalists and Writers Foundation and Embrace Relief
Advocates of Silenced Turkey, in collaboration with Set Them Free, Embrace Relief and Journalists and Writers Foundation, successfully hosted a panel discussion on March 10, 2025, titled “Beyond Boundaries: Exploring Health, Gender, and Social Marginalization in Conflict and Poverty-Affected Contexts”. The event, held at the Church Center of the United Nations, drew a full house, demonstrating significant interest in the intersecting challenges faced by women and girls in regions affected by conflict and poverty.
The First Women’s Rights Documentary by Advocates of Silenced Turkey: “Metamorphosis” Premiered in New York
Screening, Panel, and Exhibition Highlighted Women’s Rights Violations in Turkey
On March 11, the documentary “Metamorphosis: Women’s Struggle for Freedom in Turkey” was screened in New York by Advocates of Silenced Turkey (AST). Alongside the screening, a panel discussion and the Exhibition of Silent Screams were held to bring attention to women’s rights violations in Turkey.
A distinguished group of academics, activists, and legal experts from the United States, Romania, Belgium, Denmark, and Canada gathered for this meaningful event, held over an iftar dinner.
Advocacy Update: Addressing the Injustice Against 78-Year-Old Melek İpek in Turkey
As part of our ongoing efforts to defend human rights, we have taken significant steps to raise awareness about the case of Ms. Melek İpek, a 78-year-old philanthropist currently imprisoned in Turkey under dubious charges. Her detention is emblematic of the continued misuse of the judiciary to target individuals based on tenuous allegations, particularly under the guise of combating terrorism.
Youth Engagement in Advocacy: Amplifying Voices Through Panels at United Nations
We are proud to highlight the impactful work of our youth team through two recently organized panels: “Beyond Boundaries: Exploring Health, Gender, and Social Marginalization in Conflict and Poverty-Affected Contexts” and “Navigating Gendered Conflict and Displacement: Ukraine, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Palestine.” These panels reflect our commitment to fostering youth involvement in advancing social justice and advocating for human rights.
Women’s Rights Documentary: “Metamorphosis: Women’s Resilience to Oppression in Turkey” Premieres on March 11 in New York
Advocates of Silenced Turkey (AST) proudly announces the world premiere of its first women’s rights documentary, Metamorphosis: Women’s Resilience to Oppression in Turkey. The screening will take place on March 11, 2025, in New York as a private event, marking a powerful moment of resistance, hope, and human dignity.
The Death of Fethullah Gülen: A Discourse Analysis in Turkish and International Media
On October 20, 2024, Fethullah Gülen, the founder of the Hizmet Movement/Fethullah Gülen Community, passed away in the United States. The passing of such an influential global figure garnered widespread attention in both Turkish and international media. The language, tone, and structure of the reports published in international and Turkish media were significantly different. Upon comparing the reports in these two spheres, one might get the impression that they are describing two entirely different events or individuals.
Exhibition of Silent Screams: Held for the First Time in Three Major Cities on the U.S. West Coast
The Exhibition of Silent Screams was held in Seattle on December 21, San Francisco on December 22, and San Diego on December 26. The exhibition, which attracted over 1,000 visitors in total, became the voice of millions of silenced people by sharing the mementos and stories of those who have struggled under oppression.
The Teenage Girls Case: A Call for Justice
1. Background of the Operation
In May 2024, a large-scale anti-terrorism operation took place in Istanbul, where 48 individuals, including high school students and university-aged women, were detained by Turkish authorities. The Turkish government, under the guise of fighting terrorism, arrested these individuals on fabricated charges. Among those arrested were several mothers, taken into custody when authorities could not locate their daughters. The young girls, some of them still minors, were subjected to irrational accusations based on their routine social activities, such as going to the cinema, studying together, and even praying.
