How well are women in migration protected under constitutional and human rights law? This was the central question explored during a university lecture in Ankara held as part of the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign.

The event brought together 28 participants −including students, academics, and legal professionals to deepen dialogue on key human rightsaspects.

Hosted on 3 December at TOBB University of Economics and Technology, the session focused on the “Fundamental Rights of Women in Migration in the Case Law of the Constitutional Court and the European Court of Human Rights.” A Constitutional Court rapporteur and a legal expert provided an in-depth analysis of the relevant jurisprudence of both courts on the proteciton of women in migration.

The discussions were considered highly valuable, offering an opportunity for participants to explore the structural issues facing women in migration and to reflect on the role of legal frameworks in ensuring their protection. The lecture highlighted the resilience of women in the context of migration and the importance of rebust safeguards to uphold their fundamental rights.

The action “Strengthening the Human Rights Protection in the Context of Migration in Türkiye”  is part of the European Union and Council of Europe joint programme on “Horizontal Facility for the Western Balkans and Türkiye”.