Conference on the role of women in modern society held in “Avaza”

On November 10, the International Conference “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation on the Path to Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals” was held in the “Avaza” National Tourist Zone. The event was organized by the Government of Turkmenistan and the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, in cooperation with the United Nations.

After the official group photo ceremony, participants of the International Conference toured an exhibition organized to mark this significant event in the life of the country. The exhibition showcased Turkmenistan’s achievements and successes in foreign policy over the past 30 years.

Delegations from many countries took part in the conference, which was chaired by Oguljachan Atabaeva, Vice President for Medical Affairs of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship.

“We have gathered here to discuss what determines the sustainability of society: the contribution of women to peace, family, education, healthcare, the economy, and the humanitarian sphere,” Oguljachan Atabaeva said. “Today we are united by a sincere belief that a woman is a source of peace, creation, and spiritual support, and that her role in the modern world goes far beyond traditional notions.”

The Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation implements a wide range of large-scale programs. Among them are programs to protect maternal and child health, to create child-friendly schools and hospitals in cooperation with UNICEF, to rehabilitate children in specialized centers, and to provide international humanitarian support—from Turkey to Palestine, Ukraine, Afghanistan, and other regions.

Thus, the Foundation fulfills a clear, undeniable, and at the same time vitally important and fundamental mission: every child has the right to health, care, protection, and hope.

In this regard, the Vice President for Medical Affairs of the Foundation also noted the importance of the Central Asian Women’s Dialogue, which has become a unique platform for uniting the efforts of women in their political, humanitarian, and social mission—to contribute to the development of effective approaches to ensuring peace, security, and the advancement of the humanitarian and social agenda.

The event also featured remarks by Tatiana Valovaya, UN Under-Secretary-General and Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva.

Noting that ensuring gender equality and achieving the SDGs are among the most pressing tasks, Valovaya emphasized the importance of the work of international organizations in promoting women’s rights and strengthening their participation in public life. The UN plays a major role in these processes.

She also highlighted the significance of exchanging experience in ensuring access to educational and healthcare services for youth and women. The UN Under-Secretary-General highly praised Turkmenistan's efforts in this area.

Source: Electronic Newspaper “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”