Social municipalism as a tool for reducing urban poverty (An analysis of the activity reports of metropolitan municipalities)

In this study it is mentioned that there are many other aspects in which the concept of poverty does not just consist of "material impossibility". It is explained that different topics are added to the concept of poverty under the influence of globalization. Factors that lead to poverty are given. Through this information level of poverty experienced in Turkey is referred. The urban poverty problem is examined which being emerged during Turkey's urbanization process and after. Informations given about the slum formation process that occurs after the migration wave, the employment problem and the economic crises which causes the causing urban poverty in Turkey. Explaining the historical development of the welfare state in Turkey, it focuses on the legal infrastructure of social municipality to reduce urban poverty. The role of municipalities in the fight against urban poverty is addressed in terms of both social and economic development. As local government units directly involved in the management of cities, municipalities have significant responsibilities in improving the living standards of citizens, reducing social inequalities, and ensuring equal opportunities in the fight against urban poverty. It is emphasized that municipalities develop various strategies and activities to fulfill these responsibilities. Municipalities are also mentioned as creating employment opportunities through projects that both combat poverty and strengthen the local economy. It is stated that municipalities establish vocational training courses, entrepreneurship support programs, cooperatives, and local production areas to reduce the unemployment rate in the city. The applications and projects that the Metropolitan Municipalities have implemented to reduce urban poverty are addressed. In this context, after reviewing the applications and projects included in the Activity reports, evaluations are made on the adequacy of these activities in the fight against urban poverty.