Gender Issues Archives | U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (IDEVAW) on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the United States reaffirms its commitment to defending the rights of women and girls to live free from violence. IDEVAW and the 16 Days ...

By U.S. Embassy Baku | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Gender Issues, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson

Women Resource Center in Masalli

With the support of USAID, the Women Resource Centre in Masalli has helped 14 women start their own businesses, and many more have benefited from the training the center has provided. Empowered and motivated women can contribute to improving their communities and gear up development. Rashada Asadova is one of the 14 women who set ...

By U.S. Embassy Baku | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Gender Issues, News, Policy, U.S. Agencies