Ministry of Planning holds a seminar on the role of law in protecting women with the participation of Iraq Securities Commission

The Ministry of Planning held a seminar today, Sunday, titled The Role of Law in Protecting Women and Ensuring Their Rights, attended by representatives from ministries and official bodies, along with the participation of Iraq Securities Commission, represented by Ms. Hanan Fares Ali, the head of the Women's Rights and Community Development Department. Dr. Hanaa Ismail Ibrahim, the Ministry's Administrative Deputy and Director General of the Legal Department, emphasized in a speech delivered on her behalf by Mr. Jihad Mansour Nasser, Deputy Director-General, that this seminar stems from a deep belief that women are not only half of society but its fundamental pillar. She pointed out that the Iraqi Constitution and national legislation guarantee women's rights and strive to protect them from all forms of discrimination and injustice. She stressed that achieving sustainable development and social justice requires enhancing women's empowerment and removing the legal obstacles they face.

The seminar included a presentation by Mr. Omar Ziad Adnan, Director of the Rights Department in the Legal Department, addressing two main points:

1-The general principles for protecting women in Iraqi law.

2-Ways to enhance legal protection and gender equality.

The Securities Commission participated in the seminar through its representative, Ms. Hanan Fares Ali, who highlighted the importance of financial institutions' role in supporting women's rights and promoting community development by providing a fair and motivating work environment, as well as raising legal awareness to ensure women receive their full rights across various sectors.

The seminar concluded with several recommendations stressing the need to strengthen the implementation of laws supporting women's rights and intensify efforts to raise legal and societal awareness to ensure the achievement of equality and justice.