**Today, we held a small but deeply meaningful gathering focused on Zcash, exclusively for women. There were 8 of us, and I intentionally designed this event not as a formal presentation, but as a warm, conversation-driven meetup. My goal was not to “explain” Zcash, but to create a space where we could think together and talk openly.
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We began the conversation with the concept of privacy. We talked about how visible we are in our daily lives, how many traces we leave behind, and how often this happens without us even realizing it. We discussed why privacy for women is not just a preference, but very often a matter of safety, boundaries, and freedom. At that point, the conversation naturally deepened—everyone had lived experiences, feelings, and questions to share.
We approached Zcash within this exact context. Not as a piece of technology, but as an approach that treats privacy as something fundamental from the very beginning. The idea that women can manage their financial lives in a way that feels safer, freer, and more independent resonated strongly with everyone in the room. Without going into technical details, we focused on understanding why Zcash exists and what it stands for.
Later in the event, we set up wallets together. For some participants, this was their very first experience; for others, it was the first time they had gone through the process feeling truly comfortable. We asked questions, paused, tried again. It became a space where no one was rushed and saying “I don’t know” felt completely natural. Once again, this showed me how strong and healthy women’s relationship with technology can be when the right environment is created.
As the women’s representative of the Zcash Turkiye team, what we experienced today was incredibly valuable to me. Because this wasn’t just about talking about a project—we collectively felt how closely women’s need for privacy is connected to our place in society and our process of empowerment. Seeing how much women have to say when privacy is on the table gave me a great deal of motivation.
This gathering was small in number, but its impact was very big for me. When we come together in a safe environment, complex topics become simpler, and we can truly feel why Zcash speaks from the “right place.” I want to continue and expand these women-focused, intimate, and trust-based meetups.
At this point, I would also like to sincerely thank the Zcash community. Without the support, trust, and space that were provided, this gathering could not have taken place in such a comfortable, genuine, and meaningful way. Supporting spaces where women can speak about privacy, security, and financial freedom is the clearest sign that Zcash is not only a technology, but also a strong and values-driven community.
This gathering was just the beginning for us. In the near future, we are planning larger events where we can reach many more women and grow these conversations together. We will continue to tell the story of Zcash in Türkiye side by side with women, through real experiences. Thank you once again to everyone who supported us, showed interest, and became part of this journey.
