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WOMEN, GENDER AND TERRORİSM: THE CASE OF TURKEY
Abstract
This article aims to contribute to the discussion on gender and terrorism by exploring the motivations and experiences of women participating in violent extremist organizations. Based on a content analysis method of 41 statements, this article uses Turkey as a case study. Accordingly, the present study especially analyzes the role of gender in the participation of women in the PKK and ISIS and finds out the intersections between gender and terrorism The findings reveal that gender plays a significant role in the motivations and in-organization experiences of women who join the PKK and ISIS, however, the specific ways in which their desire for autonomy and empowerment, was expressed differed. In this context, the study challenges the traditional view of women as passive and subservient in these groups and underscores their agency and autonomy in making rational decisions.
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References
- Woodrum, E. (1984). “Mainstreaming” content analysis in social science: Methodological advantages, obstacles, and solutions. Social Science Research, 13(1), pp.1-19.
Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Terrorism in International Relations
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Publication Date
June 18, 2023
Submission Date
May 4, 2023
Acceptance Date
June 16, 2023
Published in Issue
Year 1970 Volume: 2 Number: 2