An international forum on the topic “The Contribution of Women Volunteers to the Development of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Türkiye” has been held at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Azerbaijan, APA reports.
Kazakhstan’s Ambassador Alim Bayel emphasized that the forum was dedicated to the Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Year of Volunteers.
He noted that 2026 was declared the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development by the UN at the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Bayel also stated that modern volunteering in Kazakh society originates from the ancient tradition of mutual assistance known as “Asar.”
Mexico’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Maria Victoria Romero Caballero expressed support for initiatives highlighting women’s volunteering in the countries represented at the forum.
As part of the event, representatives from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Moldova, and the United States delivered presentations reflecting the role of women volunteers in modern society.
At the conclusion of the forum, participants agreed on cooperation in promoting women’s civic initiatives and implementing joint projects across the Turkic world.