Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology Holds Sectoral Council Meeting on Gender Equality
2026-10-28 15:50:00 / News
On October 26, 2026, the Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan held a regular meeting of its Sectoral Council on Gender Equality.
The meeting focused on ensuring the implementation of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Guarantees of Equal Rights and Opportunities for Women and Men,” reviewing completed activities, identifying existing challenges, and setting priorities for future work.
Participants included Feruza Khamidova, First Deputy Minister of Mining Industry and Geology; Yekaterina Galitsina, Director at KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH and Head of the Eastern Europe, Central Asia and South Caucasus region; Qizilgul Qosimova, Member of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan; and representatives of the Ministry and its affiliated organizations.
During the meeting, participants discussed measures to increase women's social and political participation in the mining and geology sectors, support their professional development, and prepare them for leadership positions.
New proposals, initiatives, and projects aimed at ensuring equal rights and opportunities within the Ministry and its affiliated organizations were also considered.
Participants were informed about the establishment of the Sectoral Advisory Council on Ensuring Equal Rights and Opportunities for Women and Men and the approval of its governing regulations.
The Council also established the “Uzbekistan-Europe Women Leaders Network” community to strengthen cooperation with European countries. The initiative aims to develop women's leadership potential and expand international exchanges of experience.
As part of the meeting, a roundtable discussion was held on the “16 Days of Activism Against Violence” campaign, associated with November 25 — the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
The establishment of the Sectoral Advisory Council provides an organizational framework for systematic discussions on gender equality and the coordination of relevant initiatives.
Ensuring equal opportunities and compliance with legal requirements in employment relations contributes to the effective use of employees' professional potential, reduces the risk of discrimination, and supports the development of a healthy working environment within organizations. These measures are also important for improving operational efficiency and maintaining sustainable management practices.