Middle East
Regional
International Women’s Day marks women’s right to full participation in all fields, including politics and culture.
On March 15, 2023, the Hamazkayin Avedis Aharonian Chapter hosted a lecture by Faiza Al-Qadri, head of the Arab Cultural Center in the city of Qamishli.
Chapter Executive Board member Harut Madardjian introduced the guest.
The focus of the lecture was women’s celebrations in the month of March. Ms. Al-Qadri said women have always been a part of art and culture. She spoke of the contributions of Armenian women to Syrian culture, making references to difficult historical conditions.
At the end, Regional Executive Board member Rita Der Sarkisian expressed thanks and congratulated women on their day. A reception was held.
