Events 2024

AWARE - 11 December 2024

The EKOKAM event "Aware," aimed raising awareness about social identities and inequalities, took place on December 11, 2024, at the D Block Multi-Purpose Hall. In this interactive event, Derya Özkan, a member of the EKOKAM Board of Directors, served as the facilitator. The event was attended by 20 participants from various segments of the İzmir University of Economics (İEÜ) campus community, including students, academic and administrative staff, security, food service, and cleaning company employees, among others.

December 1st – World AIDS/HIV Awareness Day | December 2, 2024

As part of the activities for “World AIDS/HIV Awareness Day” on December 1st, a stand event was organized by the İzmir University of Economics Gender and Women’s Studies Research and Application Center (EKOKAM), Faculty of Medicine, TAPV, and the Medical Club. During the event, medical students provided educational information about HIV/AIDS to participating students.

1st International & 3rd National Çukurova Women's Studies Congress - 20-21 November 2024

As EKOKAM, we were at the 1st International & 3rd National Çukurova Women's Studies Congress held in cooperation with IKSAD Institute and Çukurova University on 20-21 November 2024! Assist. Prof. Derya Özkan and our Research Assistant intern student Buse Polat prepared "AWARE: An Exercise on Intersectionality" was shared with the participants at the congress. Our student successfully represented EKOKAM in this important event and provided a meaningful feedback. We continue to raise awareness on women's studies and social justice issues!

May 31 World No Tobacco Day Event

The “May 31 World No Tobacco Day” event was organized in collaboration with İzmir University of Economics (IUE) Faculty of Medicine, the Center for Gender and Women’s Studies Research and Application, the Medical Students’ Club, and the Balçova District Health Directorate.

March 8 – International Women’s Day: Workshop on Advancing Gender Studies

İzmir University of Economics (IUE), known for its many successful projects and events promoting gender equality, organized a workshop titled “Advancing Gender Studies” on March 8, International Women’s Day. During the workshop, participants discussed in detail the necessary steps to promote a culture of gender equality and to enhance academic work in this field. Held for the second time this year by the IUE Center for Gender and Women’s Studies Research and Application (EKOKAM), the workshop featured presentations by IUE faculty members and students on 13 different research topics related to gender studies.

Panel on the Importance of HPV and Methods of Prevention – March 4, 2024

Izmir University of Economics (IUE) organized a panel titled “The Importance of HPV (Cervical Cancer) and Methods of Prevention” to raise awareness about cervical cancer, which is becoming increasingly common among women. Held by the IUE Gender and Women’s Studies Research and Application Center, the panel brought together expert guests who shared detailed information with students on the steps that should be taken to prevent the disease.

Hosted by Izmir University of Economics, the event was organized in collaboration with Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Department of Health Affairs, Izmir Dokuz Eylul Rotary Club, Manisa Rotary Club, Dokuz Eylul Rotaract Club, and Manisa Rotaract Club. In her opening speech, IUE Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Aslı Ceylan Öner emphasized that HPV and HPV-related cancers are a major public health issue. She also underlined the importance of educational initiatives in the prevention of HPV infections.

Women’s Cooperatives and Gender Equality – March 1, 2024

Our event titled “Women’s Cooperatives and Gender Equality”, which began with the opening speech of our Vice Rector Prof. Çiğdem Kentmen Çin, attracted great interest. We extend our sincere thanks to all the faculty members who contributed to making this event possible.