The Role and Status of Women in the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (1981- 1992)

The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) is one of the well-known parties in North Kurdistan. Since the beginning of its founding in 1978, it has emphasized the legitimate rights of the Kurdish people. Therefore, since its inception and announcement of the political struggle, it has paid attention to the important role of women, so that they were convinced that there is no victory for any organization or revolution without the contribution of women. From this standpoint, and throughout its long historical journey, the participation of women within this party, in taking positions and issuing decisions, was clearly visible. This research adopted the method of comparative historical analysis and conclusion by presenting, comparing, analyzing and interpreting information. As well as correcting and strengthening historical incidents based on meetings. On the other hand, study and analysis whenever necessary. The aim of writing this research is to demonstrate the viability and role of feminism within the party. The reason for this is that it made women’s effective contribution to eliminating the idea of inequality between women and men, which in the end became a reason for changing men’s mentality and attitudes towards women. This made it possible for women to participate effectively side by side with men, so that women would play their role in the front rows of battles with men and play the same role.