Why it matters:
The seminar highlights the critical importance of education in empowering women and addressing social issues such as violence against women. It serves as a platform for discussing the intersection of education, social justice, and women's rights.
The big picture:
International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, is recognized globally as a day of solidarity with women. Events such as this seminar aim to raise awareness and promote discussions around women's rights, education, and social issues affecting women worldwide.
Key points:
- The seminar was organized by the Women's Power and Progress Association, the Creative and Active Women’s Association, and the Institute for Cultural Studies and Orthodox Christianity in collaboration with the Iranian Cultural Office in Serbia.
- Presentations included discussions on social issues, peace, and the theological implications of women's roles.
- The event was attended by Amir Pourpezeshk, the cultural attaché, Serbian citizens, and social activists focused on women's issues.
- Svetlana Proshevsky, the head of the Women's Power and Progress Association, spoke on the topic of femicide and abuse of women, a social problem and not an individual issue, Daniela Markovich, a member of the Institute of Cultural and Christian Studies of the Orthodox Church, spoke on the topic of women who are evangelizers of peace, an internal war and a global peace, and Leila Rezaei, a senior theology expert, spoke on the topic of Eve's sin and the manifestation of the greatness of love and consciousness in the universe.
- Also, articles were read by Dr. Fatemeh Ebrahimi, a member of the university's faculty and head of the International Women's Cultural Relations Department of the Islamic Culture and Communications Organization, and Ms. Yousef Sepahich, director of the Creative and Active Women's Association.
Go deeper:
March 8 is celebrated as International Women's Day in many countries, marked by speeches, demonstrations, workshops, and various events aimed at supporting women and their rights. This seminar is part of a broader movement to advocate for women's empowerment through education and social change.
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Zohre Khazaee
