BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 16. Azerbaijan is taking significant steps to enhance access to clean water, Chairman of the State Water Resources Agency of Azerbaijan Zaur Mikayilov said at the conference on "Water and Gender Equality," Trend reports.
Mikayilov emphasized that the issue of access to clean water is pressing worldwide.
"This problem particularly affects women. However, effective water management is a task for everyone, not just women. We aim to eliminate this inequality. A series of initiatives are underway in Azerbaijan to improve access to clean water," he noted.
He added that the issue of water supply is a crucial public priority.
"Women, who traditionally play a leading role in managing water resources at home, are increasingly participating in decision-making at the state level. Our goal is to ensure equal access to water resources for all citizens," Mikayilov added.
The conference is organized jointly by the State Committee for Family, Women, and Children Affairs, the State Water Resources Agency, and ADA University on the occasion of COP29.
The panel session discusses the impact of climate change on women's lives, their role in the protection and management of water resources, motivation to choose specialties in this field, as well as ensuring gender balance in staff appointments.
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