International Day of Women and Girls in Science Celebrated by Students and Young Scholars at the Faculty of International Relations

On February 10, 2026, an event dedicated to the International Day of Women and Girls in Science was held at the Faculty of International Relations of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. The event was organized by the Academic Regional Resource Center for Information Support about the UN at the Faculty of International Relations of al-Farabi Kazakh National University.

The opening of the event began with welcoming remarks by Gulnara Serikbayevna Baykushikova, Head of the Department of International Relations and World Economy, and Leila Fyodorovna Delovarova, Director of the Academic Regional Resource Center for Information Support about the UN. In their speeches, they emphasized the significance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, highlighting the importance of equal access to education and scientific opportunities, as well as the role of youth in promoting gender equality.

Following this, the Center’s activists conducted an interactive session focused on the visibility and recognition of women in science, after which a video clip dedicated to the significance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science was screened. The video was accompanied by a specially composed musical piece created by students of the Faculty of International Relations, which enhanced the emotional impact and underscored the importance of supporting women and girls in the scientific field.

After the video screening, participants shared their views and reflections on the importance of this day. Particular interest was drawn by the presentations of international students, who spoke about the role of women in science in their home countries and emphasized the universal relevance of this topic.

The event concluded with a brief warm-up activity aimed at creating a friendly and informal atmosphere, followed by a group photo symbolizing unity, support, and solidarity in promoting equal opportunities in science.

The event was held in a warm and inspiring atmosphere and became a meaningful contribution of the Center to the promotion of UN values aimed at supporting gender equality, education, and sustainable development.