In May 2013, mass protests in Turkey were sparked by the government plans to demolish Taksim Gezi Park and replace it with developments including a shopping mall. The protests quickly spread and gave voice to the growing opposition against the pro-imperialist Erdogan government, a close ally of the United States.
One year on anti-government protests are continuing throughout Turkey. Join this forum to discuss:
~ What are the demands of the protesters at Gezi Park and throughout Turkey?
~ Why have the Gezi Park protests become an ongoing struggle against Prime Minister Erdogan’s undemocratic policies?
~ How is the Turkish government aiding in imperialist wars and occupation?
~ What is the role of the social justice movement in Canada and abroad to support the protestors in Turkey?
Multimedia, Speakers & Discussion
Speakers:
> Erkan Gencol: Member of Vancouver Gezi Platform and Turkish community activist
> Efe Peker: Member of Vancouver Gezi Platform and Turkish community activist
> Asuman Gencol: Member of Vancouver Gezi Platform and Turkish community activist
> Ali Yerevani: Political editor, political analyst and long time social justice organizer
For poster click: http://www.firethistime.net/posters/2014/140624-Turkey-Forum.pdf
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