As part of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, a meeting of women leaders was held in ‘Avaza’, at which Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, delivered a speech. This was reported by TDH.

In her address, she emphasised the active role of women in the socio-political, scientific, educational and cultural life of Turkmenistan, noting their significant presence in leadership positions. At the same time, the speaker highlighted the importance of family values as the foundation of moral education, emphasising their role in shaping a sustainable and cohesive society.

Oguljahan Atabayeva paid special attention to the activities of the foundation she heads, noting its contribution to protecting the physical and spiritual health of the younger generation. The foundation actively cooperates with the Ministry of Health and other relevant agencies, providing free medical care to children, especially those left without parental care.

Concluding her speech, she emphasised that the protection of motherhood and childhood, the development of women's intellectual and creative potential, and the strengthening of the institution of the family are key priorities of Turkmenistan's state policy. The country's legislation guarantees women's rights and provides for social support measures, including for large families.

‘The woman is at the heart of the home. Let us pray that we women realize the reason for our existence: to love and be loved and through this love become instruments of peace in the world’ Oguljahan Atabayeva concluded her speech with an inspiring quote from Mother Teresa.