Abstract: Local government in Türkiye is basically divided into three as special provincial administrations, municipalities and villages. Municipality councils are important in terms of public participation in urban governance. According to Turkish Statistical Institute data, the population of Türkiye is 85 million 279 thousand 553 people. Of the total population, 50.1% are men and 49.9% are women. In other words, half of the people living in cities are women. Therefore, the presence of women members is important for participation in urban decisions. Istanbul has the largest population in Turkey. 18.65% of the country's population lives in Istanbul. Istanbul has 39 district municipalities. This research investigates the proportion of women members in Istanbul municipality councils. The study first provides a conceptual explanation of urban politics. The presence of women in urban participation in Türkiye and the world is discussed. Increasing the proportion of women in urban politics is important for achieving gender equality. Sustainable Development Goal 5 aims to "achieve gender quality and empower all women and girls" or simply "Gender Equality". It is focused on the main goal of securing equal participation and opportunities for leadership. Investigating the rate of female representation in Istanbul's municipality councils provides an opportunity to comment on gender equality.

Abstract: This paper contributes to management and organization by assessing environmental sustainability within dry ports, pivotal for logistics management and sustainable development. It classifies factors constituting environmental sustainability, constructing a measurement instrument for assessment. Focusing on Pakistan within the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program, this research investigates dry ports' development and operation in key locations like Torkham and Chaman along the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border, stressing sustainability amidst rapid economic growth. Applying a three-staged methodology, the study employs the Delphi method to identify sustainability factors, followed by Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) to construct a comprehensive assessment scale aligning with global sustainability initiatives. Analysis of how Pakistani dry ports address sustainability challenges, particularly CO2 emissions, energy consumption, and waste management, underscores the study's implication in the global dialogue on environmental sustainability within the CAREC 2030 policy, presenting a framework for improvement and progress. The results emphasize adhering to environmental regulations and raising stakeholder awareness, highlighting the need for further research to understand the relationship between trade activities, environmental policies, and sustainable practices in dry ports. In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into dry port sustainability in Pakistan, elucidating management approaches essential for fostering sustainability. It also emphasizes the implications of sustainability initiatives on operational efficiency, cost management, and stakeholder relationships within the ports, reaffirming the significance of management practices in achieving sustainable outcomes.

Abstract: Istanbul is a prominent destination with remarkable history, geography, and cultural heritage. Since the Ottoman era, the Karaköy and Salıpazarı of Istanbul have served as ports due to their strategic locations. An urban transformation project has revitalized the area, transforming it into a shopping center called “Galataport”. This development mirrors global trends of redeveloping coastal areas with tourism, economic, and retail potential for maximum profit. Thus, this research aims to reveal how this consumption-oriented spatial change is perceived by users. The study analyzes the capital-focused transformation of the port area in a spatial context and investigates the new consumption space. The main hypothesis of the study is that this coastal region has undergone a consumption-oriented socio-spatial transformation. In line with this hypothesis, the methods pursued for urban, managerial, socio-spatial, and socio-economic scrutiny include a literature review, analysis of the area’s transformation, and in-depth interviews with visitors to Galataport. The obtained data confirm the hypothesis. As a result of the transformation realized in a significant urban location, from a historical and geographical context, it is concluded that the space, with the support of legal and managerial actors, is used as a marketing tool focused on profit, and the artificial environment that could not otherwise be integrated into the city has become a consumption space.