Participants of the 39th meeting of the Advisory Council of the CIS Member States on Labour, Employment and Social Protection of the Population, held in Baku, visited the DOST Center for Inclusive Development and Creativity under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Population.

Rashad Mustafayev, Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Protection of Population, provided information on the work being carried out in Azerbaijan to ensure the social protection of vulnerable groups.

It was emphasized that the DOST Center for Inclusive Development and Creativity, established on the initiative of First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva, aims to support the development of the talents and skills of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, their rehabilitation, and their integration into society.

Elnara Ansari, Director of the Center, highlighted the work carried out at the institution to develop the creative potential of persons from vulnerable groups and expand their opportunities for self-expression.

It was noted that beneficiaries are also provided with socio-pedagogical and psychological support services, and that the Center’s talented individuals successfully showcase their creative works at events of international significance. The activities of the DOST Homes operating in the regions were also discussed.

The inclusive creative environment at the Center and the works of art created by persons belonging to vulnerable groups attracted the guests’ interest.