The Gezi Revolt and the Solidarist Individualism of « Çapulcu » Women (marauder)

Abstract

Introduction In June 2013, a resistance emerged in Turkey: the defence of The Gezi Park, which resulted in its occupation, and the establishment of a camp managed as an autonomous commune by various groups. This opposition quickly spread to other cities in Turkey and caused waves of resistance that lasted all summer. After its violent flattening, the Gezi Movement continued in neighbourhood forums, solidarity organisations and urban resistance movements. Despite the often repeated claim that ...