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Saadet Party reports on Turkish education issues
Overview
The Saadet Party has released reports addressing various challenges within the Turkish education system, focusing on academic freedom and economic accessibility.
In late September, the party highlighted a significant decline in academic freedom and institutional autonomy in Turkish universities. Citing V-Dem data, the party reported that the Academic Freedom Index score fell from 0.278 in 2015 to 0.088 in 2025, an approximate 68% decrease. The party advocated for a merit-based system free from political interference to allow for scientific research and critical thinking.
By late October, the party’s focus shifted to the financial burdens facing families. Reports indicated that the cost of school essentials, such as stationery and uniforms, is expected to exceed 22,000 lira for the 2026–2027 academic year, with total costs including transportation potentially reaching 77,000 lira. The party also noted high rates of food insecurity among students, stating that 31 percent of students attend school without breakfast due to financial constraints.
Entities
Saadet Partisi · Abdullah Özeren · V-Dem Institute · Turkey · Saadet Party
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesSaadet Party highlights rising education costs in Turkey
The Saadet Party reports that rising education costs in Turkey, reaching up to 77,000 lira including transport, are causing significant financial strain and food insecurity among students.
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesSaadet Party reports decline in Turkish academic freedom
The Saadet Party reports a significant decline in Turkey's academic freedom, noting a 68% drop in the Academic Freedom Index since 2015 and calling for university autonomy and meritocracy.
Sources
borhaber.net · bursahakimiyet.com.tr · medyaege.com.tr