Breaking Barriers: Asian Women Leaders Connect in Jacksonville to Promote Women’s Empowerment

During National Women’s History Month, a group of Asian women leaders gathered in Jacksonville to discuss crucial issues. The Beaches Rotary Clubs hosted the delegation, which had the chance to meet with elected officials such as Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and others.

Two members of the Armenian delegation, Karine Davtian and Anahit Badalian, joined Kent Justice this week in Jacksonville: Business Edition to share their experiences on women’s empowerment. Badaljan spoke about her motivation for establishing the Berd Women’s Resource Center foundation, which focuses on addressing economic, health and mental problems faced by women. Davtian emphasized the importance of empowering women by tackling issues such as gender-based violence and promoting women’s leadership and political participation.

Both women expressed their admiration for meeting with the mayors and learning from their dedication to their work. They found it inspiring to see how women can support each other and work together for positive change. Davtyan stated that she wanted to learn from the American experience and bring new ideas back to her community.

The visit of the delegation during Women’s History Month underscored the significance of supporting women’s leadership roles and empowering them through collaboration between different cultures and communities. The exchange of ideas and experiences can lead to positive change and inspiration for women worldwide.