A Multidisciplinary Perspective on Children's Rights: "The Best Interests of the Child" Discussed in Üsküdar

At the academic talk organized by the Üsküdar University Haydi Tut Elimi Club on December 05, 2025, the psychological dimensions of children’s rights and current practices were examined in depth with the participation of experts in the field. At this special gathering held under the theme “The Best Interests of the Child”, the critical importance of multidisciplinary approaches for public awareness was emphasized.

The Üsküdar University Haydi Tut Elimi Club hosted an important academic talk aimed at protecting children’s rights and strengthening awareness in this field on a scientific basis. At the program, held on December 05, 2025 at the Emir Nebi 1 Conference Hall on the Çarşı Campus, a comprehensive assessment was made of the current status and future of children’s rights.

Speaking at the opening of the program, Öyemer Director Halide İncekara shared striking information on the historical development of children’s rights and their place in the modern world. Reminding the audience of the responsibilities that fall on every segment of society to improve children’s well-being, İncekara emphasized the importance of supporting fieldwork in this area with an academic perspective. This gathering on December 05, 2025 became a turning point that broadened students’ vision regarding children’s rights.

In the technical and academic part of the talk, Asst. Prof. Dr. Fatma Turan, Faculty Member Elif Konar Özkan and Specialist Psychologist İrem Su Yavuz addressed the psychological implications of children’s rights. While discussing the role of multidisciplinary approaches in preventing violations of children’s rights, the experts underlined that many disciplines, from education and psychology to law and social work, must act together. Drawing on the experience of experts in the field, participants gathered tips for developing a child-centered perspective.

At the event, which proceeded in an interactive format with the participation of approximately 25 students, the challenges faced by professionals working in the field of children’s rights and the modern solutions developed to address them were discussed. At this program, held on December 05, 2025, students had the opportunity to blend their theoretical knowledge with the experts’ experiences. It was seen once again that such high-quality gatherings held under HCS reinforce students’ awareness of professional ethics and social responsibility.

Following the Q&A session, the event concluded with thanks extended to the speakers and a group photo. Haydi Tut Elimi Club officials stated that such academic gatherings aimed at advocating for children’s rights and raising public awareness will continue with different themes. With this talk, Üsküdar University once again affirmed its education vision focused on social contribution and the active club activities carried out under the Directorate of Health, Culture and Sports (HCS).