OSCE supports a public discussion on gender equality

An OSCE-supported online public discussion on "Analysis of the problem of gender inequality in Kazakhstan" was conducted online on 2 December 2021. The event was organized by the OSCE Programme Office in Nur-Sultan as a part of the international campaign “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” in co-operation with the MediaNet International Centre for Journalism.

The event focused on the Analysis of the results of a public opinion poll on the assessment of gender inequality in Kazakhstan that was conducted by Medianet. Participants discussed the state policy on gender equality in Kazakhstan, harassment as a discrimination by sex and protection of women journalists.

Some 35 participants, representing NGOs and independent experts attended event. The participants also discussed the findings of the analysis on stereotypes of perception of men and women in media.

The public discussion is part of the Programme Office’s efforts in supporting the host country in strengthening human rights and fundamental freedoms.