On the 7^th of March the event on the occasion of March 8 – International Women’s Day was held at the Institute of Folklore of ANAS. The event was opened by the director of the Institute, academician Mukhtar Kazimoglu-Imanov. The academician spoke about the role of the Azerbaijani woman in society, mentioned that throughout history, women have been respected in our country and the name of the mother – woman has always been held high. Mentioning that women are the backbone of the family and society, the academician congratulated all the ladies and wished them good health and success in their future scientific activities.

Then a group of women employees of the Institute of Folklore were presented the letter of gratitude for the special activity shown in the activities of the Institute and photos were taken.