This study reviews social work research on LGBTIQA+ issues in Turkey over the past decade, identifying 14 studies–9 quantitative and 5 qualitative – with a total sample of 2383 participants, including 1214 LGBTIQA+ individuals. The findings reveal both increased academic interest and a critical gap in intervention-focused research. In a context of political homophobia, social discrimination, and limited institutional support, LGBTIQA+ rights violations remain widespread. The study underscores the relevance of rights-based, inclusive, and context-sensitive approaches for social workers operating in restrictive environments, contributing to global dialogues on social justice, minority rights, and structural inequality in social work practice.
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