In early autumn, the first International Forum of Kazakhs of the World “KZ Empowering Women” was held in Astana. Organized by the public foundations “Arial” and “Moldir Umit” in collaboration with G100, the event coincided with the Day of Languages of the People of Kazakhstan and Family Day, under the theme “A Million Likes – Women Who Did a Million Deeds.”

The forum gathered Kazakh women from around the world who have achieved success in various fields. They shared their inspiring life stories, discussed women’s empowerment, gender equality, and anti-violence initiatives, and explored ways to strengthen cooperation and networking among active women.

The main speaker was Datin Dr. (H.C) Hartini Osman from Malaysia — Presidenta Global de Filantropía G100 BPE, Presidenta del Foro Económico de Mujeres WEF ASEAN 2025 C YBCARE. She is also the President & Group Managing Director of Prihatin Group of Companies, Chairman of YBCARE (Foundation), President of WEF ASEAN 2025, Global Chair G100 Philanthropy, Business and Poverty Eradication, and President of the ASEAN–India Business Council of the Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WICCI).

She introduced G100 to the Kazakh women and delivered a strong speech about the empowerment of women all around the world.

Distinguished guests included Orazkul Asangazi, Dr. Reshide Yuksel, Kyrmyzy Saparkyzy, Asylgul Abish, and Kuralai Eshmuratova. The event also featured cultural performances by the Korkyt ethno-ensemble, fashion shows by Kerbez Models and AsianCharmModels, and a traditional-themed defile by designer Raushan Anuarbekova.