Unfolding the Layers of Social Entrepreneurship in Turkey

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of social entrepreneurship in Turkey, examining various themes and real-life examples to illuminate the field.

Unfolding the Layers of Social Entrepreneurship in Turkey is a compelling exploration of the dynamic and inspiring world of social entrepreneurship in Turkey. This book delves into the innovative minds and resilient spirits that are reshaping communities, addressing social issues, and fostering sustainable development across the nation. This comprehensive book takes readers on an enlightening journey through the multifaceted world of social entrepreneurship in Turkey, exploring its unique challenges, innovative solutions, and impactful success stories. Each chapter delves into different aspects of this burgeoning field, providing a detailed and nuanced understanding of how social enterprises are making a difference across the nation. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this book uncovers the unique financial strategies, funding challenges, and creative solutions that set social entrepreneurs apart from their commercial counterparts. It highlights the critical role of governmental support, the importance of digital platforms like crowdfunding, and the impact of social value creation on financial sustainability. Featuring real-life success stories, in-depth analyses, and insightful interviews, Unfolding the Layers of Social Entrepreneurship in Turkey offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the ecosystem that nurtures and supports social enterprises. Whether you are an academic, a policymaker, an aspiring social entrepreneur, or simply someone interested in the power of social innovation, this book is an essential guide to understanding and navigating the complex landscape of social entrepreneurship in Turkey.

Autorentext

Bahar Köseoglu served in the education industry in private public service preparation facilities and continued as research assistant in Bogaziçi University. Currently she is a member of Bahçesehir University International Finance department and serves as department chair.

Burçak Perker is a faculty member at the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences at Bahçesehir University. Her research in the fields of Marketing, Consumer Behavior, Innovation Management, Brand Management, and Marketing Communication has been published in book chapters and articles by reputable national and international publishers.

Elif Yolbulan is a faculty member of the Business Administration Department at Yeditepe University between 2002 and 2016. Since 2017 February, she has been working at Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences at Bahçesehir University. Her research on marketing, branding, consumer behavior and marketing communication has appeared as book chapters, case studies in books, and articles published by reputable national and international publishers.

Bilge Uyan Atay is a a faculty member and research teaching assistant. After she completed her PhD, she works as a consultant at www.som.eu.com and part time lecturer at Bahçesehir University. Currently, she is a part-time faculty member at the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences at Bahçesehir University. Her research in the fields of Sustainability, Business Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Enterprises.

Inhalt

Ebru Canan-Sokullu

Introduction: Turkey in Transition

Part One Politics and Society in Transition

Arda Can Kumbaracibasi

Democracy and a Radical System Shift

Yilmaz Esmer, Duygu Karadon, Simay Sevval Baykal

Electoral Behavior: Urban Myths versus Realities

Zekeriya Tüzen

Turkish Secularism and Challenges of Transformation

Yilmaz Esmer, Ayça Okçuoglu, Sebahat Kurutas

Political Culture: A Tale of Two Civilizations

Gaye Ilhan Demiryol

Populism in Power: The Case of Turkey

Özge Zihnioglu

Continuity and Change in Turkish Civil Society

Hande Paker

Politicizing the Environment: The Ecological Crisis of Turkey

Çagkan Ubay

Popular Culture: Resurrection of Ottoman Nostalgia

Part Two Foreign Policy in Transition

Ebru Canan-Sokullu

Transformation of Foreign Policy in the AKP Era: Realpolitik Codes

versus Instrumental Soft-Power

Yasemin Bilgel

Turkey's Activism in the Middle East: The Role of Structural Factors

Selcen Öner

Turkey and the European Union Relations in Transition: Challenges

and Future Prospects

Esra Pakin-Albayrakoglu

Turkey in Africa: From Aid to Arms

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