On November 25th, Cyprus Health Tourism Council President Dr. Ahmet Savaşan, who published a message on the international day of solidarity and struggle against violence against women, pointed out that there are still women in the world who cannot gain economic freedom and are subjected to psychological and physical violence.
Inequality Triggers Violence
Stating that women all over the world experience inequality at home, at work, in politics and in many other areas of life, Ahmet Savaşan pointed out that the main factor underlying violence against women stems from inequality and traditional attitudes towards women.
Underlining that the mere existence of equality in laws is insufficient, Savaşan said
structure needs to change, he stated that trainings and awareness raising on this issue
emphasized the importance of their work.
Education for families and workplaces is essential...
Women in societies where traditional gender roles based on inequality and hierarchy are reinforced
pointing to the increasing trend of violence against women, Savaşan said that in many parts of the world
for burning food, refusing sexual intercourse, or not following her husband's rules
physical violence against women.
There should be cooperation
Savaşan stated that women's mental health is targeted more than their bodies.
yelling a lot, intimidation, swearing or insults, exclusion from family and friends, jealousy
Ahmet Savaşan underlined that women are subjected to psychological violence under the pretext of constant control, threats and blackmail, and emphasized the urgent need for awareness-raising trainings for both families and workplaces and the empowerment of women.
