The Latvian embassy, jointly with the UN Azerbaijan office and the Norwegian embassy in Ankara, is organizing an International Project of Contemporary Art 'O' on gender equality, as the continuation of the project 'Maiden Tower. To be a woman."
According to Report, the project opening was attended by UN Resident Coordinator in Azerbaijan Vladanka Andreeva, famous French photojournalist Reza Deghati and artist Sabina Shikhlinskaya.
The project envisages several events, including the demonstration of films and holding a conference on issues of gender equality in present-day society.
According to the UN Resident Coordinator, she was happy to present the project on women empowerment ahead of March 8.
She stressed the importance of women's participation in the post-conflict situation, noting that their voices must be heard.
According to Deghati, women and children suffer most during wars and armed conflicts. He urged to step up efforts to increase the role of women in society and decision-making.