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Girls’ education and success in Azerbaijan: comparative document analysis

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  • Gunel Alasgarova
  • Naila Peken

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This study undertakes a comprehensive examination of female academic success in Azerbaijan, with a particular emphasis on general education and higher education, against the backdrop of global efforts to enhance girls’ education and empower women. Since gaining independence in 1991, Azerbaijan has exhibited a commitment to gender equality through the adoption of international laws, implementation of gender-based projects and formulation of women’s empowerment policies. By scrutinizing the latest national and international documents, including reports, this research evaluates female educational achievements and compares them with historical data, male educational attainment levels and benchmarks from comparable post-Soviet and neighbouring countries. The study reveals a notable upward trajectory in female academic success, surpassing male counterparts in various fields. Despite these achievements, gender disparities persist, positioning Azerbaijan behind similar nations. The research concludes that while female success is strongly linked to education, further efforts are required to address gender imbalances in domains such as politics and safety.

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  • Gunel Alasgarova & Naila Peken, 2025. "Girls’ education and success in Azerbaijan: comparative document analysis," Central Asian Survey, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 44(1), pages 42-63, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:ccasxx:v:44:y:2025:i:1:p:42-63
    DOI: 10.1080/02634937.2024.2393786
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