Tai, Muhammed; Günei, Erkan; Ekmekçi, Zeynep

The primary aim of this study was to examine the effect of perceived authenticity (PA) on heritage responsibility (HR) within the context of the local community in Kemaliye (Erzincan), and to identify the mediating role of local identity (LI) and the moderating role of perceived anxiety from tourism (PAT) in this relationship. The research seeks to evaluate the direct, indirect, and interactional relationships among these variables within a comprehensive model framework. Kemaliye's inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, its Cittaslow designation, along with its natural and historical assets and increasing tourism pressure, make it a significant site for examining local residents' perceptions of tourism. The study population consists of the residents of Kemaliye. Data were collected from 188 respondents through a convenience sampling method using a survey technique. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS and AMOS software, and PROCESS Macro model 5 was employed to test the proposed model. The findings reveal that LI mediates the effect of PA on HR, while PAT moderates this relationship, amplifying its strength. The study suggests that enhancing PA can encourage HR and tourism-supportive behaviors among the local population. Implications for destination managers are discussed along with practical recommendations. Although the study focuses on Kemaliye, the findings provide insights that can inform heritage management and community engagement strategies in other cultural heritage destinations facing similar tourism pressures.

Akin, Mustafa Screfi

This paper explores the motivations and challenges faced by American emigrants by focusing the stories of 12 individuals who moved to developing countries. Through an in-depth analysis of social media videos produced by the CNBC Make It program and the migrants, the study provides firsthand insights into their decision-making processes and the factors influencing their choices. Our findings reveal that economic opportunities are not the primary driver of early decision-making. Instead, motivations for migration are deeply rooted in social and psychological aspects, such as detachment from home communities and personal growth and fulfillment. Economic considerations, including the ability to earn income from the U.S. (through online work, retirement, or passive income), become relevant for geographic arbitrage only after the decision to migrate has been made. Having an income from home country, combined with the lower cost of living in developing countries, enables Americans to achieve financial independence. Notably, tax benefits are a low priority, contrary to popular belief about tax avoidance as motivation. Therefore, migration from developed to developing countries is primarily a personal decision driven by a desire for change, adventure, creativity, and self-discovery.

Akin, Mustafa Seref; Karadas, Ebubekir

The emigration of highly skilled software developers and engineers from Turkey has gained momentum, leading to a shortage of technical staff in technology companies, particularly startups. In order to understand their motivations for migrating, interviews were conducted with software developers and engineers. The findings reveal that highly skilled individuals perceive their labor as undervalued in Turkey, both economically and in terms of social status. The international nature of the software industry makes it relatively easy for them to migrate to other countries or work for foreign companies remotely. They express that companies in their destination countries respect their work, private lives, and individuality. To address this issue, Turkish companies can consider measures such as assisting key employees in purchasing houses and cars, as well as supporting their families' education and healthcare expenses, to ensure long-term loyalty. Furthermore, it is suggested that salaries for software developers should be adjusted to be more comparable to those abroad in terms of purchasing power. Failure to provide sufficient incentives may result in software exports falling short of expectations amidst this wave of migration.

Tuysuz, Suat; Gürel, Melek Eryentu; Gülmez, Recep

In Turkey termination of a mixed university student residence' policy was put into practice by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in 2013. This policy has created an actual situation that proposes the placement of male students in the residences that are close to the center, and the female students in the student residences in locations that can be considered deserted and remote for women in Erzincan. The sample of this study is composed of 459 people, including both male and female students, who live in all Higher Education Student Loan and Housing Board (HESLHB) residences in the city. The surveys conducted on the sample form the data of the research. The data were analyzed with independent sample t-test and ANOVA test The findings show that the policy on the termination of mixed residences, which may be referred to as the gendering of space, creates gender inequity. The results of the study show that the visibility of female students in public-urban areas has been limited in line with conservative and patriarchal policies which delimits their right to the city. However, it shows that this results in the fact that male students are pushed into a more financially disadvantaged position.

Özekicioglu, Halil; Soyyigit, Semanur

With the transformation of countries into a more integrated structure through globalization, there has been a significant increase in the mobility of humans as well as volume of economic activities among countries. When the issue is considered within the scope of EU, it is seen that Germany is a center of attraction. As of 2017, it was observed that Germany was the country with the highest number of immigrants in the union and most of the migration was from CEE countries. In this context, the aim of this study is to examine whether the migration Germany got from CEE countries in the period of 2000-2016 has had an impact on the foreign trade of the country. As a result of analysis carried out with the panel gravity model, it has been found that the migration Germany got from the mentioned countries does not have a significant effect on the import and export of the country. On the other hand, it has been concluded that membership of origin countries to the Customs Union and GDP levels has a positive significant impact on Germany's export, whereas per capita, income levels of origin countries and distance between origin countries and Germany has a negative significant effect.

Akin, Mustafa Seref

This paper aims to contribute to an improved understanding of the role played by psychology and social psychology in corruption in Turkey using enthnographic methods. The social psychological elements are very strong in bribery transactions, linked to the concept of obedience and conformity. Previous works rely on survey questions. However, survey responses may not reflect true experiences in actual corruption scenarios. From this perspective, it is the first ethnographic academic research on corruption. The research questions concern a) in which context corruption occurs, b) what are the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and cultural situations, and c) what people's motivations are and why people give into bribery. Knowing people is about gaining an empathic understanding of people's thoughts, feelings, and needs by interacting. Immersing yourself in people's bribery transactions and keenly listening to their bribery stories can provide valuable insights whish are sometimes quite surprising and nonobvious. To get to such valuable insights, we should focus on everything that people do, say, and think during ther bribery transaction; we should deeply understand people's motivations, and overall experiences when we implement policies.