Important tasks are being implemented in the “Silk Road” International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage to support women and carry out reforms.
During the past academic year, female professors and students actively participated in a number of practical activities. In the 2023-2024 academic year, a total of 545 women studied in the bachelor's program, 106 in the master's program, 13 in the doctoral program, 19 independent researchers, and 11 foreign researchers.
Among our female professors, 2 foreign and 6 local (1 Doctor of Sciences DSc, 7 PhD) professors with high academic potential are currently active.
WOMEN'S SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITY AND STUDENT SUCCESS:
Currently, 25 theses have been successfully discussed in scientific seminars, 5 of which were written by women. In 2024, 2 women successfully passed scientific seminars.
More than 300 talented female students have gathered in the "Qizlarjon" and "Lider girls" clubs, organized under the Women's Council.
In the 2023-2024 academic year, 4 female students participated in the Republican stage of the Zulfiya State Prize:
- In the field of science – Sabina Mustafakulova
- In the public sphere – Fotima Baxromkulova and Zuxro Baxromkulova
- In the field of literature – Shokhnigorbegim Juraeva.
Recipients of the prestigious national scholarships:
- 4th-year student Z. Baxromkulova received the Islam Karimov State Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- 4th-year student S. Mustafakulova received the Navoi State Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Sabina Mustafakulova became the winner of the “Most Knowledgeable Student in Their Field” nomination at the "Most Active Student of the Year-2024" competition.
INTERNATIONAL GRANT RECIPIENTS:
4 female students successfully obtained international grants. In addition, 7 female students participated in international programs abroad.
SUPPORT FOR WOMEN IN NEED:
The university continues to develop support for women through the Women's Advisory Council. Students in need, such as orphans, those with disabilities, or those from troubled families, receive special attention and support from the Women's Council and the student union.
In 2025, the Women's Department at the university will further improve the system for protecting women's and children's rights, freedoms, and legal interests.
AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ORGANIZED:
In 2024, 6 promotional events were organized on gender equality, and around 200 students participated in 10 events focusing on ending violence and pressure against women. The topics of reproductive health, early marriages, and the negative consequences of marriages between close relatives were covered.
FUTURE TASKS:
This year, the university's Women's Council has outlined important tasks to increase women's social activity, strengthen cooperation with government and civil society organizations, and support the employment and welfare of female students.
GENDER EQUALITY AT THE UNIVERSITY:
To ensure gender equality, the university has developed a plan to train “reserve staff” among female professors. Seven women hold leadership positions:
- N.A. Abduvokhidova – Department Head
- Sh.N. Mardonova – Department Head
- I.M. Kadirova – Department Head
- N.Sh. Mansurova – Department Head
- U.Q. Burkhanova – Department Head
- M.H. Sidiqova – Department Chair
- T.K. Akramova – Department Chair
WOMEN SCIENTISTS AT THE UNIVERSITY:
Throughout the academic year, women scientists have organized several scientific and practical conferences with partner organizations and foreign experts.
Nargiza Shamsidinovna Mansurova has been the Head of the Department of Scientific Research since 2021. She is also an associate professor at the "Tourism" department. In addition to her academic duties, she has successfully performed numerous public roles. Since 2021, she has served as the Secretary of the Scientific Seminar on "Tourism and Hospitality" under the DSc.33/01.02.2022.1.145.01 Scientific Council.