Materials with tag «women's rights»
Raising women’s income could pull over 700,000 people out of poverty, World Bank reports
If women participated equally with men in economic activities, national income in Uzbekistan would increase by 29%. This finding comes from a country gender assessment conducted by the World Bank with the assistance of the UK government.
Uzbekistan develops support system for victims of harassment and violence
Inson Social Service Centers will assist victims of harassment and violence without requiring a protection order. Victims will receive a protection order within 24 hours of the incident being reported, enabling them to access medical and psychological support at hospitals 24/7.
“Adopting this law on criminalization of domestic violence is only half the battle. Implementation is most crucial” — Tanzila Narbayeva
During an interview with UN News, Tanzila Narbayeva, chairperson of the Senate of Uzbekistan, described challenges in passing Central Asia’s first law criminalizing domestic violence and stressed the importance of considering women’s voices in budget allocation and resource distribution.
Senate chairperson attends 68th session of UN Commission in NYC on Status of Women
Senate Chairperson Tanzila Narbayeva is attending the 68th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York City. The agenda covers acceleration of gender equality as well as women and girls empowerment.
Women in Uzbekistan will now have right to drive buses and heavy vehicles
Clause preventing women from driving buses and heavy vehicles was removed from the Cabinet of Ministers' decree on public transportation driver training. The changes stem from a year-long effort by a joint UNDP and Ministry of Transport team working on the Rustaveli Street reconstruction project.
By 2030, share of women in leadership roles within state bodies and state-owned enterprises in Uzbekistan must reach 30%
At least 30% of leadership roles in state bodies by 2030 should be occupied by women, according to a document signed by president of Uzbekistan. Female clothing manufacturers will get partial rent coverage, others will be supported with futures for purchasing manufactured products.
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