The Importance and Significance of Women's Participation in Cultural Events in Social Development

Abstract

Women’s participation in cultural and educational activities serves as a vital factor in the spiritual, moral, and social development of society, reflecting their historical role as transmitters of national traditions and cultural values.This national policy is also «found» in the creative work of women of Uzbekistan, who are equally involved in cultural life (within the framework of strengthening family values, stimulating enlightenment, achieving gender equality, etc.), active creativity in the field of art, education, tangible and intangible heritage. While women´s efforts have been widely recognised, there has been little analysis of the contribution their participation in such cultural and educational events makes towards the construction of national identity and continuity and stability of society. As a result, the objective of our study lies in assessing the role of women in active participation in cultural events as an important factor in preserving national traditions, promoting social cohesion, and achieving gender balance in the cultural life of Uzbekistan for sustainable development. Research outcomes show that women play a pivotal role in the preservation of handicraft, arrangement of national festivals and youth education, apart from providing creativity and spiritual enlightenment. They are more than simply artists engaging with an audience; they are moral leaders, educators, and promoters of civic awareness. In this regard, the study presents an all-encompassing view, linking women participation in arts with socio-spiritual development and national heritage conservation. One of the essential conclusions of the research is that the integration of women into cultural life ensures not only the preservation of the cultural identity of Uzbekistan but also the highest degree of social harmony, equality between women and men, integral moral and aesthetic development of society.