Following DPI’s event titled “The Role of Women in Conflict Resolution: The Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition Experience” on June 11, Sevda Çetinkaya penned a column on İlke TV titled “Dinozorlara El Salla” (“Wave Goodbye to Dinosaurs”). She portrays Jane Morrice—journalist, activist, and co-founder of the Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition—as a beacon of inspiration, describing her infectious energy and candid guidance on fostering inclusive dialogue: “ask questions without criticizing… truly listen… don’t lose your sense of humor.” The column highlights how women transcended sectarian divides in the 1990s by bringing empathy, everyday experience, and resilience into peace negotiations, even in the aftermath of horrific attacks like Omagh. Despite dismissive media and patriarchal backlash, their emphasis on listening over winning, and future‑focused solidarity over triumph, reshaped the political culture. The piece closes with a powerful metaphor: peace begins when not only guns—but also the “dinosaurs” of old‑guard politics—are silenced.
For the full article in Turkish, please click here: https://ilketv.com.tr/dinozorlara-el-salla