Status of women in the years of independence: over three and a half decades, women’s role in society has changed fundamentally

DUSHANBE, 2026-09-13 /NIAT “Khovar”/. The report says that the state independence of the Republic of Tajikistan opened a new stage of development for the population, especially for women and mothers, and that over the past three and a half decades women’s position in society has changed fundamentally.

According to the article, a strong legal and legislative framework was created during the years of independence to ensure women’s rights and gender equality. It also cites the historic decree of 3 December 1999 on measures to raise the status of women in society, which helped expand women’s participation in state administration.

The publication says the number of women in the legislative, executive and judicial branches has increased, and that women now serve as ministers, heads of cities and districts, judges and diplomats. It also highlights their contribution to education, healthcare, culture, sport and entrepreneurship.