On November 25, 2024, a meeting dedicated to the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women was held as part of a joint collaboration between the State Committee on Family, Women, and Children Affairs and Saglam Ailə Medical Center. The event took place at the Narimanov branch of the medical center in Baku.
Participants & Key Speakers
The meeting was attended by representatives from the State Committee on Family, Women, and Children Affairs, including:
- Naila Ibrahimova and Deniz Valiyeva from the Family Affairs Department
- Irada Mammadova, Specialist from the Legal Assurance Department’s Domestic Violence Prevention Sector
The session was opened by Naila Babashova, a representative of Saglam Ailə Medical Center.
Topics Discussed
- Naila Ibrahimova provided an overview of the State Committee’s activities and its ongoing projects in combating violence against women.
- Irada Mammadova delivered a presentation on "Domestic Violence", addressing:
- Types of domestic violence
- Support mechanisms for survivors
- Awareness of emergency helplines
- Legal and psychological assistance available
The Saglam Ailə Medical Center team received detailed information on these topics, followed by a Q&A session, where participants' concerns and questions were addressed.
Awareness Campaign & Video Screenings
To further emphasize the importance of raising awareness, two social awareness videos were screened:
- "Susma" ("Don’t Stay Silent")
- "Çınar Tək Sığındığımız Böyük Ailəmiz" ("Like a Plane Tree, Our Family is Our Shelter")
The event highlighted the urgent need to combat gender-based violence, support survivors, and ensure a safe environment for all women and families.
