Bese Hozat stayed in the Tunceli Countryside for around four years and was a part of many actions. Her sister was killed in 1997. Her father, Hasan Oran, was traumatized by the death of Bese Hozat's sister and decided to withdraw from Kandil.[1] Throughout her time in the PKK, Bese Hozat served at management level, and has been affiliated with many women's organizations within the PKK.[4] One of Bese's main objectives was to preside over arming and training women within the organization.[4] She was outspoken about the need for more female representation in the PKK.