Turkey's "Family Values" Crusade: A Threat to Civil Society The Turkish government's latest campaign, "My Family is Safe," has raised concerns among human rights groups and international observers.
On its surface, the initiative appears to promote family values and social cohesion, but a closer examination reveals a more sinister intent that threatens not only the LGBTQ+ community but also the fabric of civil society.
In recent years, Turkey has become increasingly hostile towards its minority populations. The government's response to growing pressure from human rights groups has been to double down on authoritarian measures.