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9Mar

Empowered Girls, Empowered Futures

Hosted by Contemporary Turkish Studies and Aydın Doğan Foundation
Lower Ground Floor, New Academic Building
Thursday 09 Mar 2023 6.30pm - 9pm

This photo exhibition celebrates the achievements of young female scientists, musicians, artists and athletes from every corner of Anatolia, Türkiye.

Curated and sponsored by the Aydın Doğan Foundation, photographed by Mustafa Seven and interviewed by Melis Alphan, the exhibition tells the stories of girls aged between 13 and 22, who have accomplished extraordinary successes despite their underprivileged backgrounds.

More about this event

Contemporary Turkish Studies focuses on the politics and economy of Türkiye and its relations with the rest of Europe. The research group aims to promote a deeper understanding of contemporary Türkiye through interdisciplinary and critical research, teaching and related public activities.

Aydın Doğan Foundation has been working with the mission of first and foremost ensuring the equal access of girls to education and opportunities, to contribute to Turkey's development in education, culture and arts, sports, and other areas for a positive impact, and to be seen as a pioneering contributor.

*Header photo: İrem Çapar, 19, Muay Thai Fighter, Hatay © Mustafa Seven

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