Brief Description of the Project and Main Objectives

The aim of the project is to strengthen institutional coordination and cooperation among stakeholders in the field of fundamental rights.

Achieved Results / Expected Outputs

• Establishment and operation of the Fundamental Rights Sector Coordination Platform
• Development of the capacity of the Lead Institution and the members of the Fundamental Rights Sector Coordination Platform on fundamental rights
• Raising awareness of the stakeholders and the public on fundamental rights

The project was carried out with an original and sustainable plan, within the framework of 3 components, in close cooperation with all relevant stakeholders working in the field of fundamental rights in Turkey. The project supported the development of common understanding in ten thematic areas related to fundamental rights, These are: Freedom of Expression and Information, Prevention of Torture and Ill Treatment, Freedom of Assembly and Association, Women’s Rights, Children’s Rights, Rights of the Persons with Disabilities, Institutionalization of Human Rights, Anti-Discrimination, Digital Rights and Horizontal Issues.

Within the scope of the project, which aims to strengthen coordination and cooperation among stakeholders in the field of fundamental rights, a sector coordination platform was established, the capacities of institutions operating in the field of fundamental rights were further strengthened in terms of the EU Acquis and international standards and trainings were organized for law enforcement forces regarding fundamental rights. Efforts were also exerted to develop and strengthen the cooperation with the EU agencies in the field of fundamental rights.

In addition, with the project, following the earthquakes in occured 2023, activities were carried out on disaster management and disaster risk reduction sensitive to fundamental rights and equality between men and women, guides were developed, awareness seminars and trainings were organized.