The large-scale International Exhibition and Fair “By the Hands of a Woman” was particularly popular among the guests of the forum. During the two days of work, it was attended by more than 500 participants and distinguished guests, including ambassadors of foreign countries, deputies, senators and heads of regions.

The guests were completely delighted with the variety and quality of the exhibition, which presented the products of craftsmen and small and medium-sized businesses from Moscow, the Republic of Kalmykia, the Orel, Vladimir regions, the Republic of Bashkortostan, the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug and many other subjects of the Russian Federation. An important event was the participation of foreign exhibitors from Qatar and the Chinese province of Jiangxi, whose collections were received with great interest by an international audience.

The participants demonstrated a wide range of products and projects.:

• Handicrafts and designer collections, including unique Russian fur products, handmade embroidery, ceramics, porcelain and wood products.
• Ecological products and cosmetics — a variety of tea compositions, herbal balms and natural handmade cosmetics.
• Innovations in the field of wellness and healthy nutrition.
• Tourism projects and ethnic tours, vividly representing the cultural heritage of different regions.
• Agricultural and food industry products.
• Traditional crafts and their modern interpretations, demonstrating the relevance of folk crafts.

The exhibition clearly demonstrated the investment attractiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the unique national flavor through the prism of women’s creativity and leadership.

A special moment of the exhibition was the visit of the distinguished guests. Vice-Speaker of the Qatar Shura Council, Dr. Hamda bint Hassan Al-Sulaiti, accompanied by the President of the NGO “International Union of Women” Alfiya Amirova got acquainted with the exposition with great interest. The distinguished guest praised the quality and uniqueness of the products, emphasizing the importance of such projects for strengthening cultural and business ties between the countries.

“For more than 10 years of its existence, the Women’s Hands project has established itself as an effective international platform,” Alfiya Amirova noted. — It not only preserves cultural heritage and supports women’s entrepreneurship, but also creates real conditions for women craftsmen to reach the international level. It is important for us that the work on the promotion of the participants continues after the end of the exhibition: all participants of the exhibition will be included in the electronic catalog of the project, which will become an effective tool for their promotion throughout the year.”

B2B sessions were organized for the participants, which allowed them to establish new business contacts and discuss prospects for cooperation. The successful holding of the exhibition in 2025 opens up new horizons for the development of the project.

For reference:
The Hands of a Woman Festival has gathered more than 3,000 artists from more than 72 regions of the Russian Federation, CIS countries and foreign countries, is the winner of the Presidential Grant competition (2018), entered the Year of Cultural Heritage of Russia in 2022 and was presented both on the foreign stage (France, Italy), So it is in the “three capitals of Russia” (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan) at prestigious venues.

Organizers:

•  NGO “International Women‘s Union “: www.iwuorg.com
• General Information Partner: Online publication “Embassy Life“ embassylife.ru

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The NGO “International Women’s Union” invites you to participate in the IV International Exhibition-Fair “By hands of a woman”, taking place on November 18–19, 2025, in Moscow at the prestigious Main UPDK Cultural Center under the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as part of the International Forum “Woman of the Third Millennium”.

Why is this event unique?
 Russia’s premier international exhibition-fair uniting women leaders, artisans, designers, and innovators from 89 Russian regions, CIS countries, and beyond on a single platform.
 A decade of success: Winner of the Presidential Grant (2018), featured at international venues (France, Italy), and recognized during Russia’s Year of Cultural Heritage (2022).
 Global audience: Ambassadors, State Duma deputies, senators, regional leaders, top executives, and media.

Who should join?
• SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and organizations.
• Artisans, craftspeople, designers, and artists.
• Representatives from healthcare, tourism, traditional crafts, and creative industries.
• Regional associations and travel agencies.

Opportunities for participants:
Showcase products created by women — from ethnic crafts to innovative startups.
Highlight your region’s tourism potential through unique travel routes, cultural traditions, and souvenirs.
Demonstrate your business’s investment appeal to an international audience.
Engage in B2B sessions with ambassadors, investors, and market leaders.

Project goals:
• Preserve cultural heritage and empower women in entrepreneurship.
• Foster opportunities for women to transition to self-employment and grow SMEs.
• Strengthen the global image of Russia and participating nations.

How to participate?

1. Register on the official website: handswomen.com.
2. Prepare a presentation about your region, products, or services.
3. Seize the chance to network and secure contracts!
   Registration is now open!

Venue: Moscow, Main UPDK Cultural Center under the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Honored guests from previous years:
• Ambassadors to Russia.
• State Duma deputies and senators.
• Heads of ministries and tourism associations.
• Representatives of international women’s organizations.

Cotact the organizing committee:
• Email: iwuorg@gmail.com
• Phone: +7 (968) 441-84-51, +7 (967) 148-38-32

Lt’s make history together — where every woman is a creator of success!
#ByWomensHands #WomanOfTheThirdMillennium #SMEs #CulturalHeritage #InternationalExhibitionFair

Organizers:
• “International Women’s Union”: www.iwuorg.com
• General Media Partner: “Embassy Life” Network Publication: embassylife.ru

Your art, your ideas, your region — in the global spotlight!

Join us to celebrate creativity, empowerment, and cultural diversity! 

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The meeting was attended by His Excellency Mr. Youssef bin Ali Al-Khater – Member of the Shura Council, His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Batti Al-Abdullah – member of the Shura Council, Vice President of the  International Women’s Union  Safiullova Rima.

Alfiya Amirova spoke in more detail about the activities of the International Women’s Union to support women entrepreneurs of small and medium-sized businesses and about possible forms of interaction.

“We are committed to further partnership between our countries, establishing a trusting and rich dialogue on women, family, culture and education in order to share experiences and study the traditions and history of Qatar,” the President of the International Women’s Union stressed.

Her Excellency Dr. HAMDA BINT HASSAN AL-SULAITI took part in the work of the 3rd International Forum “Woman of the Third Millennium”, where she delivered a welcoming speech at the Plenary session and at the thematic session “Soft Power of Diplomacy”.

The Vice Speaker of the Qatar Shura Council, accompanied by the President of the International Women’s Union, looked at the exhibition “Hands of a Woman” presented at the forum and highly appreciated the products made by women, noted the diversity of national cultures of Russia.

Following the results, Dr. Hamid bin Hassan Al-Sulaiti thanked for the warm welcome and wished the forum prosperity. Alfiya Amirova invited the women’s communities of Qatar to the forum, which will be held in 2025.

The official post release of the forum was published earlier 

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The photo exhibition “The World through the eyes of the wives of Russian diplomats” is one of the most important and the largest project of the Community of Wives of Russian diplomats, which is attended by several dozen spouses of Russian diplomats.
The photo exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in the natural and cultural diversity of our planet, the versatility of traditions and landscapes of countries around the world, to see them through the eyes of women who have spent a significant part of their lives away from their homeland, accompanying their spouses in their diplomatic work. Each photo tells a unique story, reflecting the personal impressions and feelings of their authors from meeting new countries and cultures.

The exhibition includes a wide range of themes and genres – from breathtaking landscapes and portraits to subtle observations of the daily lives of people in different parts of the world. This diversity highlights the richness and diversity of world culture, as well as demonstrates the unique ability of photography to preserve and convey emotions and moments.

Organized by the Community of Wives of Russian Diplomats, the exhibition serves not only as a demonstration of the art of photography, but also as a bridge between peoples, promoting mutual understanding and strengthening friendly ties between countries and peoples.

The first photo exhibition was held at the Russian Foreign Ministry in 2019 and was timed to coincide with the Day of the Diplomatic Worker. Subsequent exhibitions were held at the Diplomatic Academy, MGIMO, the Federation Council, and the RUDN.Patrice Lumumba (Moscow), the Beit Beirut Museum and City Cultural Center (Lebanon), the Sochi branch of the RUDN.Patrice Lumumba.

The photo exhibition “The World through the eyes of the Wives of Russian Diplomats” in 2019 was presented at the International Festival “Hands of a Woman”, organized by the International Women’s Union

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Traditionally , the business brunch was opened by the President of the International Women ‘s Union , Amirova Alfiya .Alfiya introduced the guests to the main idea of creating an International Union of Women, about the implementation of projects aimed at preserving the culture and traditions of our great country and at uniting women of different nationalities, faiths and countries.

She spoke about the upcoming 2nd International Forum “Woman of the Third Millennium”, which is held to unite women leaders of the regions of the Russian Federation and foreign friendly countries, to exchange experience and get acquainted with best practices aimed at discussing the role of women in the modern world.

The stated key topics of the Forum are aimed at the positive impact of strengthening the women’s movement in Russia and the interaction between women Russia and women of friendly foreign countries.

Within the framework of the forum, the Regions of the Russian Federation and foreign friendly countries will be represented at the exhibition “Women’s Hands”, the winners of the 4th International Photo Contest “Mother and Children in national costumes” will be awarded.

Alfiya Amirova also spoke about the International Prize, which is held in the first and will be held annually, awarding the winners of the International Contest “Woman of the Third Millennium” will be held within the framework of the forum.

Gilana Mikhailova, Head of Programs at the Higher School of Economics, RANEPA, Executive Director of the National Association of Protocol Specialists, became the guest of honor at the Business Brunch.

Gillana spoke about the protocol in the business environment, answered the questions of the participants of the event, gave examples from her practice, gave recommendations. The performance turned out to be bright and informative.

Each of the guests had the opportunity to talk about themselves, their business, goods or services, find friends and partners.

Asia Biskup, head of a large business and Executive Director of the International Discussion Club “VISION 3000” shared news about the club’s activities, mission and future plans.

Each guest received a rose, the personification of femininity and beauty, and a pleasant gift made with love.

Following our tradition, a charity prize draw was held:

• The author’s plate, hand-painted by Amirova Alfiya
• Cosmetic device from Larisa Kosheva-Mikhailina
• Article on a free basis from ESMI “Embassy life”
• A bottle of fine Georgian wine from Elena Yamshchikova
• Tour of the gallery by Tatiana Arova
• Speaking as a speaker at one of the meetings of the “VISION 3000 International Discussion Club”

We are very pleased that the brunch brought together guests from different business fields: beauty, medicine, design, psychology, aromatherapy, law, gallery owners, GC managers, government representatives, as well as the non-profit sector and other areas. Despite the scope of the spheres and interests, the ladies found a lot in common and interesting.

And according to tradition, our beautiful business brunch ended with a photo session from the brilliant Photographer Pavel Yurash.

The meeting was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

The information partner was the Online publication “Embassy Life”.

We would like to share the impressions of one of the ladies:
“… Listening to the performances of each of the women present, we understand and find out what each of us has in mind, how we can help in promoting their projects.

Many of us, at least once in our lives, have faced a situation when nothing pleases, nothing wants, everything goes wrong in life, and when you get to such a business breakfast with smart, charming ladies, then a lot falls into place.

And here they are kind, warm wishes, when you find the strength to overcome the problems that arise and now you think only about the positive.

No wonder they say that you should surround yourself with positive, successful people.

And so, this zone of comfortable communication at a business breakfast in a relaxed atmosphere, with the novelty of the issues raised, always inspires, improves mood and gives additional strength.

I am in awe of every woman who was around today. You can write very interesting stories about each of them with their uniqueness, experience, beliefs, values, and worldview.

They were shocked by their creativity, what they were doing.

Businesswomen, creators, a well-known medical innovator, it was so nice to see and listen to them… May the joy of communication in the circle of the NGO “International Union of Women” make you even happier and more successful!

Join our community of Women of the Third Millennium!”

Thank you for your kind words and see you again!

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Victoria’s name characterizes her. She always wins at any level.
In the past, the designer is an interior decorator. I’ve been changing the space around me for many years. And I’ve always been partial to fashion design.
And this summer, Victoria took part in the project “Designers Workshop” under the patronage of S. S. Sobyanin. Several thousand applications and sketches were submitted for participation.
5 professional fashion designers selected their favorite sketches. Victoria was invited to her workshop by E. Popov. Under the guidance of the master, they created images, worked out details. We created the author’s collection “Stairway to Heaven”.

What inspired the designer to create a collection with such a famous and at the same time mysterious name “Silk Road”? Probably East.
That’s what Victoria herself says about it.
“After the trip to Samarkand, I was overwhelmed with emotions from what I saw. Architecture, national cuisine, luxury and richness of fabrics, decor. I bought burqas in all the antique shops in the city. Couldn’t stop. I understood what a luxury it was and could not let it out of my hands. Touching the burqa, which is 70-100 years old, the image of the collection matured in me.
The name “Silk Road” is a tribute to love and admiration for Samarkand, the most beautiful of the cities.”
To your attention are the delightful images of the Silk Road.
And we wish Victoria success and creative inspiration. Continue to delight us with your masterpieces, Victoria Kolchina.

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Цель подписания соглашения – объединение женщин представителей малого и среднего бизнеса, женщин творческих направлений России и Абхазии,  обмен опытом, повышение профессионального, социального и культурного развития, взаимодействие в направлении медицинского туризма, туризма, создание иных деловых связей между заинтересованными организациями и предприятиями обеих сторон.

Соглашение подписали  с  стороны  Российской Федерации –президент РОО «Интернациональный союз женщин», руководитель международного проекта «Руками женщины» Альфия Амирова, со стороны Республики Абхазия- президент ТПП Республики Абхазия -Тамила  Мерцхулава.

На встрече также обсудили и наметили планы дальнейшего взаимодействия. В церемонии подписания принимала участие Анна Василец – Вице президент РОО«Интернациональный союз женщин», президент ГК по медицинскому туризму «Атлас Здоровья». Анна Василец подчеркнула важность взаимодействия по туризму и медицинскому туризму между нашими странами. Здоровье и качество жизни, на сегодня, одна из актуальных тем и основа благополучия женщин.

Рады будем видеть Торгово-промышленную палату Республики Абхазия на мероприятии 15-17 октября 2021 г. ВДНХ, где будет возможность достойно представить женщин предпринимателей, творческих женщин и женщин, заинтересованных в развитии медицинского туризма  Абхазии  на площадках:

• Бизнес площадке-форуме “Женщина третьего тысячелетия”
• Фестивале НХП и ремесел “Руками женщины”
• Выставки “Медицинский туризм”.

Сотрудничество между нашими организациями будет способствовать росту взаимодействия и укреплению разноуровневых связей!

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