The Consul General of Kazakhstan Spoke at the Universal Forum of Women Leaders – Horizon 2030

Strasbourg, July 12, 2024 – The Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan Anel Bakytbekkyzy, delivered a speech among the invited speakers at the first International Forum of Women Leaders, held at the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

The event, organized by the "European Cooperation System" association under the presidency of its director G. Mvogo Saint, focused on the empowerment of women and gathered over 150 participants, who shared their visions and perspectives in this field.

In her opening remarks and the session titled " Strengthening the Resilience and Empowerment of Women to Eradicate Gender Violence: Challenges and Solutions in the Global South" the Consul General outlined the measures and reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan to enhance women's rights and opportunities. She highlighted the Government's successful innovations aimed at creating a "New Just Kazakhstan," such as Women's Entrepreneurship Development Centers, as well as access to appropriate tools and professional networks, like the Digital Family Social Card, which enables efficient allocation of public funds and social assistance in real-time based on available data.

Overall, the conference allowed participants to present various projects and platforms aimed at improving women's access to professional and entrepreneurial systems worldwide. During the group sessions, specific recommendations were formulated, covering areas such as "Women's Leadership in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution" "Women and Social Entrepreneurship" etc.

Among the distinguished guests were the President of the Senate of Côte d'Ivoire, K. Kamara, the President of the Senate of Gabon, P. Missambo, the President of the Senate of Zimbabwe, M. Chinomona, the Vice-President of the Grand Est region of France, N. Hornbeck, the Deputy Mayor of Strasbourg, K. Wieder, and other prominent figures.