Issue 257
Download PDF 19-25 May 2025 Arbitrary Detention and Arrest Throughout the week, prosecutors ordered the detention of at least 100 people over alleged links to the Gülen movement. In October 2020, a UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) opinion said that widespread or systematic imprisonment of individuals with alleged links to the group may […]
PANEL | The Effects of Hate Speech on Democracy, Fundamental Rights & Inclusion
Solidarity with OTHERS is proud to share the outcomes of our panel discussion, “The Effects of Hate Speech on Democracy, Fundamental Rights & Inclusion”, held on May 22, 2025, at the European Parliament. The event was graciously hosted by MEP Estelle Ceulemans (S&D) and brought together a distinguished panel of experts—including legal scholars, policy advisers, […]
Issue 256
Download PDF 12-18 May 2025 Arbitrary Detention and Arrest Throughout the week, prosecutors ordered the detention of at least 117 people over alleged links to the Gülen movement. In October 2020, a UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) opinion said that widespread or systematic imprisonment of individuals with alleged links to the group may […]
The Basics of Gender Equality: What It Means and Why It’s Important
Ahsen Ayhan Gender equality is a foundational principle of justice and social development. At its core, gender equality refers to the state in which individuals of all genders have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities in every sphere of life—whether in education, employment, political participation, or family life. Despite its centrality to democratic values and human […]
The Latest Example of Seizing Opponents’ Assets in Turkey: EKREM İMAMOĞLU’s Case and the Trusteeship of İMAMOĞLU CONSTRUCTION INC.
Download PDF This report examines the politically motivated seizure of assets in Turkey through the case of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. Following his 2025 arrest on controversial charges including bribery and terrorism, Turkey’s Savings Deposit Insurance Fund (TMSF) was appointed trustee to 24 companies, including İmamoğlu Construction Inc. The report contextualizes this within a broader […]
Issue 255
Download PDF 5-11 May 2025 Arbitrary Detention and Arrest Throughout the week, prosecutors ordered the detention of at least 354 people over alleged links to the Gülen movement. In October 2020, a UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) opinion said that widespread or systematic imprisonment of individuals with alleged links to the group may amount […]
Panel | Press Freedom Talks: Journalism in the Digital Age
Solidarity with OTHERS is proud to share the outcomes of our timely panel discussion, “The Press Freedom Talks: Journalism in the Digital Age,” held on 8 May 2025 at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), in recognition of World Press Freedom Day (3rd May). The event brought together prominent voices in journalism, civil society, and policy to […]
Women’s Rights Guide in Belgium
A Practical Guide for Migrant and Refugee Women In Belgium, all women—regardless of migration status, ethnicity, religion, or background—are entitled to fundamental rights and protections. This guide aims to make these rights accessible and actionable, especially for migrant and refugee women who may face additional and intersecting barriers. It outlines key legal frameworks, available services, […]
Issue 254
Download PDF 28 April – 4 May 2025 Arbitrary Detention and Arrest Throughout the week, prosecutors ordered the detention of at least 279 people over alleged links to the Gülen movement. In October 2020, a UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) opinion said that widespread or systematic imprisonment of individuals with alleged links to […]
How Press Freedom Disappeared in Turkey? Legal Repression and Digital Censorship
Download PDF This report documents the systematic erosion of media freedom under the AKP Government, particularly since the 2016 coup attempt. It details how legal harassment, arbitrary prosecutions, and sweeping censorship laws have criminalized journalism and silenced dissent, with 515 journalists prosecuted in just the first half of 2024 and over 219,000 URLs—including 14,000 news […]