On 2 November 2026, an academic and practical meeting entitled “Gender Differences in the Labour Market and the Economic Causes of Wage Inequality” was held at Mingachevir State University (MDU) by Natəvan Namazova, Associate Professor in the Department of Economics.

The main purpose of the meeting was to raise awareness of the economic foundations of gender differences in the labour market, analyse the factors contributing to wage inequality and discuss the importance of equal employment opportunities.

Natəvan Namazova provided information on employment opportunities for women and men, observed differences in wage levels and the economic factors contributing to these differences. The presentation focused on the relationships between employment distribution across occupations and sectors of economic activity, investment in human capital, work experience and career advancement opportunities. Structural constraints in the labour market and their impact on professional development opportunities were also examined.

The meeting addressed the links between wage differences, economic development, labour productivity and social welfare. Particular attention was paid to expanding equal employment opportunities, promoting approaches that support professional development and strengthening inclusion in the labour market.

The academic and practical meeting was significant in connecting economic knowledge with current labour market issues and raising awareness of gender equality and social responsibility. The event provided an opportunity for academic discussion of human capital development, the promotion of equal opportunities and the creation of an inclusive socioeconomic environment.