Honoring Atyrau mothers

On the eve of the International Women's Day, Akim of the region Makhambet Dosmukhambetov in the Palace of Celebrations congratulated veterans, mothers of many children, women who have shown themselves in various fields, as well as mothers whose children have achieved various successes, on the holiday, the Press Service of the akim of the region reports.

The solemn meeting was attended by veteran mothers, women who successfully work in all corners of the region in the public service, in the areas of healthcare, education, law enforcement, culture, sports, the non-governmental sector, in the media, in various institutions and enterprises.

According to the akim of the region, women are not only the keepers of the hearth, they work fruitfully in all areas, making an invaluable contribution to the development of the socio-economic and political life of the country. He noted that in recent years the Head of State has given special instructions to increase the participation of youth and women in the country's governance.

"A 30% quota has been introduced for women and youth according to party lists in the Mazhilis of the Parliament and local maslikhats. Today, out of 141 maslikhat deputies in the region, 38 are women. And in local executive bodies, women occupy about 40% of leadership positions. Now the concept of family and gender policy until 2030 is being implemented in the country," the akim of the region Makhambet Dosmukhambetov said, noting the role of mothers in the growth of the nation.

Today there are almost ten thousand mothers of large families in the region. This year, the number of mothers-owners of the sign "Altyn Alka" (Gold necklace) in the region increased by 33 people, "Kumis Alka" (Silver necklace) - by 132 people.

In this regard, it was said about the support of those who wish to have a child. Since last year, a special program "Ansagan Sabi" (Long-awaited child) has been launched, and 232 free quotas have been allocated to the region for it and another 233 quotas for this year.

The head of the region noted that support in the social sphere will continue.

Then veterans well-known in the region, mothers, successful representatives of various professions Madina Gabdusalimova, Aigul Tashenova, Aigul Amirgaliyeva, Svetlana Novak, Anargul Dospayeva, Venera Turganova, Zhannat Yesmaganbetova and others made holiday wishes.

Mothers of children who have achieved great success also took part in this event. In particular, Zhazira Zhangaliyeva, mother of Atyrau world chess champion Zarina Nurgaliyeva, Zhannat Dyumbayeva, mother of the winner of international competitions in mathematics Myrzatay Aibek, Rauza Dauletova, mother of Paralympic Games silver medalist, parajudoist Anuar Sariyev.

And Zhannat Zhanabaykyzy, a non-staff adviser to the regional akim on issues of persons with disabilities, an eco-volunteer, a person with disabilities of the 1st group, noted that today the state creates huge opportunities for those who, despite the difficult fate, strive for the best.

Some of the more than 40 women who took part in the event demonstrated their talents in the arts. The meeting ended with a concert program.