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Turkmenistan Joins “Women in Transport (WiT)” Network Launch in the Orient

A Turkmen Delegation Participates in Launch of Women in Transport Sector Network

A delegation from Turkmenistan recently attended the launch ceremony of the “Women in Transport Sector (WiT)” network for the regions of Europe and Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. The inaugural conference took place in Istanbul and aimed to promote economic opportunities for women in the transport sector.

The WiT network was established by several organizations including the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), the International Transport Forum, and the World Bank Group. The primary objective of the network is to enhance the participation of women in various roles within the transport sector in Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa, particularly in positions that require medium to high qualifications and leadership skills. The network will collaborate with government ministries, public transport providers, private sector entities, development partners, academia, and individuals interested in advancing gender diversity in the transport industry.

At the inaugural conference, participants were briefed on the key components of the network’s work and regional initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration. The conference also featured presentations on recent research findings regarding the status of women in the transport sector at both global and regional levels.

The Minister of Transport and Infrastructure of Turkey, Abdulkadir Uraloglu, delivered an opening speech at the conference, addressing the attendees and emphasizing the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment in the transport industry.

Overall, the launch of the WiT network signifies a significant step towards fostering gender diversity and economic empowerment in the transport sector across Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

[ORIENT News]

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