Books Against Barriers: Feminism Through Lens of Education | Ada Gencelli | TEDxYaşamTasarımSchools

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Feminism is widely misunderstood as a rebellion against men or a force that places women above others, but it is fundamentally a movement for equality. It supports women’s rights and aims to create fair and equal conditions for everyone. What is needed today is equalization, education, and freedom, achieved through education not only for women but for all of society.
For centuries, women were denied education, confined to the home, and their intelligence and ambition were dismissed. Feminism challenged this injustice by demanding equal access to knowledge. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk recognized this inequality nearly a century ago, reformed the education system, empowered women, and understood that a nation cannot progress unless all citizens are educated and free. Even now, the lack of education and failure to value women is a barrier to development in many countries. Feminism built a wall made of books, voices, and stories to prevent these tortures, showing that the only way to overcome inequality is through education, not just to educate women, but to educate minds that think with the same mindset as Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Ada Gencelli is a dynamic and accomplished 16-year-old high school student whose passion for leadership, communication, and innovation transcends borders. A distinguished speaker on her school’s English Debate Team and a veteran TEDx presenter, Ada has consistently demonstrated her ability to articulate complex ideas with clarity and confidence. She also serves as the captain of her school's volleyball team, exemplifying both teamwork and resilience.
Ada represented her school at the Japanese-Turkish Peace Conference and has served as a Model United Nations (MUN) delegate, showcasing her deep commitment to diplomacy and global citizenship. As a participant in the Turkey-Latvia student exchange program, she continues to foster international understanding and collaboration.
An elite athlete, Ada holds over 30 national medals in swimming, basketball, sailing, and judo. Her dedication to excellence extends into academics and innovation as well—she is a certified Cambridge English speaker This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at