A meeting of women leaders Global
Businesswomen Council was held in Astana. The event brought together
representatives of global businesses, international corporations, as well as
members of the government and national companies of Kazakhstan. Participants
discussed current approaches to social investment, the role of women in
transformational processes, and the importance of international cooperation in
achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. During the meeting, it was noted
that women are making an increasingly significant contribution each year to
shaping an inclusive and sustainable global agenda. They play a key role in the
development of rural economies and have a noticeable impact on social and
technological processes around the world. One of the key outcomes of the meeting
was the signing of a memorandum and several cooperation agreements aimed at
advancing priority areas such as education, healthcare, digitalization, and
artificial intelligence.
«It is really important that states encourage
social responsibility through a number of different activities and many of
these things are already happening in Kazakhstan, but that continued focus is
really important going forward. There are many things that need to be done to
continue the ever-increasing role that women are playing in leading business
and organizations around the world, not just in Kazakhstan. It is a global
topic, and a globally important topic,» noted meeting participant Kirsty
Wilson.
«I am truly pleased to be here today and to
take part in the work of this platform. It brings together both representatives
from Kazakhstan and international leaders of women’s organizations, who will be
sharing their experiences on how to most effectively promote gender equality in
Kazakhstan, support women in their personal development, including those in
business, young aspiring girls, and others,» shared meeting participant
Zhamilya Ernazarova.
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