Doç. Dr. Ece Paralı Öztan

Ece Paralı Öztan is an expert and consultant with an academic background in political science who works in the fields of gender equality, diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. Through her work at the intersection of academia, civil society, and the private sector, she supports the transformation of organizations into more equitable, inclusive, and people-centered structures.

She plays an active role in national and international projects focused on women’s empowerment and inclusive leadership, integrating research, education, and policy development. Having started her career in the banking sector, she brings an insider’s perspective to organizational structures. As a mother of two daughters, Öztan embraces the principles of equality and care in all aspects of her life.