On September 23, 2026, the I All-Russian Expert and Practical Conference “Modern Motherhood: Challenges, Resources, Solutions” was held in Moscow. The organizer was the Regional Public Organization “International Union of Women” (IWU), and the event was conducted by the Department of Social Design and Crisis Intervention. The official information partner of the conference was the online publication “Embassy Life.”
The conference was a success. Speakers and guests highly praised the level of its organization, the relevance and depth of the topics raised, and noted the undoubted benefit of the event. Important issues that concern every family today were touched upon: how to combine a career and raising children, how to build a support system for single mothers, how to help families with children with inclusive needs, and how to involve fathers in upbringing.
Moderators of the conference
Alfiya Ravilievna Amirova — President of the International Discussion Club “VISION 3000,” President of the RPO “International Union of Women” — served as moderator of the conference. In her opening remarks, she emphasized that in the context of modern challenges, traditional values, and primarily family and motherhood, are the foundation of Russia’s spiritual sovereignty and national security. Alfiya Ravilievna also presented the upcoming V Anniversary International Forum “Woman of the Third Millennium” and invited participants to take part in it.
Anna Vasilievna Zakaidze — Director of the Department of Social Design and Crisis Intervention of the IWU, certified clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, trauma therapist, EMDR specialist, and family therapist, full member of the All-Russian Professional Psychotherapeutic League — also served as moderator of the conference. In her speech, she addressed key aspects of psychological assistance to the family, noting that working with trauma and crisis states is not just a professional task, but a contribution to the resilience of future generations.
Conference Speakers
- Koval Saniyam Sadykzhanovna — member of the State Council of the Russian Federation for the “Family” direction, member of the commission of the General Council of the “United Russia” Party for the protection of motherhood, childhood and family support, president of the “Give Sunshine” Charitable Foundation. Topic: “Motherhood as a National Resource: Modern Challenges, State Support and Personal Responsibility.”
- Shikula Ilmira Rifkatyevna — member of the expert council of the State Duma Committee of the Russian Federation for the protection of the family, issues of fatherhood, motherhood and childhood; professor at RSUH, Doctor of Law. Topic: “Family Values as the Foundation of Russian Society: Current Problems of Support and Protection.”
- Moroz Olga Nikolaevna — founder of the Aesthetic Medicine Clinic of the same name, member of the Expert Council on Aesthetic Medicine under the Commissioner for the Protection of Entrepreneurs’ Rights of the Moscow Government. Topic: “Women’s Health — an Integrative Approach, Modern Realities and Opportunities.”
- Grigoriev Evgeny Vladimirovich — chief physician of the Integrative Medicine Clinic, author of two patents in the field of epigenetics. Topic: “When Classical Medicine Takes a Pause: An Alternative Route to Happy Motherhood.”
- Sarymova Alla Alexandrovna — member of the Community of Wives of Russian Diplomats, Master in World Economy and Linguistics. Topic: “Parental Example in Action: What Children Learn When They See Us in the Profession.”
- Babushkina Evgenia Anatolyevna — clinical psychologist, psychology teacher, specializes in working with adolescents with disabilities. Topic: “Supports for the Load-Bearing Structure: Psychological Support for Parents of Adolescents with Disabilities.”
- Tursunova Natalya Davranovna — Master of Psychology, family psychologist, clinical psychologist, member of the Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists. Topic: “Divorce Without Destruction: How to Preserve the Mental Health of All Family Members.”
- Minina Anna Alexandrovna — business psychologist, family psychologist, sexologist, full member of the OPPPL. Topic: “From Feelings to Action: The Price of Emotional Illiteracy — the Destruction of Relationships.”
- Shlyk Elena Alexandrovna — certified psychologist, educator, coach. Topic: “Why ‘Good’ Women Remain Single: How Attitudes Prevent Starting a Family.”
- Dvorkina Natalia Anatolyevna — co-founder and chief methodologist of the project for adolescents “Leader’s Compass,” HRD, teacher-psychologist. Topic: “Growing Up Without a Break: How Working with Adolescents Builds Family Resilience.”
- Eliseeva Elena Alexandrovna — psychologist, psychology teacher, kinesiologist at the “Institute of Kinesiology.” Topic: “The Body Remembers Everything: How to Overcome a Relationship Crisis with the Help of Kinesiology.”
- Nevidomskaya Anna Pavlovna (ANNA PALNA) — entrepreneur, mother of many children, blogger, par-master, owner of the “MOSSVAI” plant, Skolkovo speaker. Topic: “Women’s Power: How to Go Through Difficulties and Not Lose Yourself.”
- Grekhovodov Alexey Anatolyevich — entrepreneur in the energy sector, member of the “Engineers of Russia” Association, owner of “Alpha Engineering” company. Topic: “Men’s Work, Family Warmth: How Craft Helps Build Relationships in the Family.”
Atmosphere and Results
At the end of the conference, all speakers were awarded participant certificates. Separately, a certificate for a new position — Deputy Director of the Department of Social Design and Crisis Intervention of the IWU — was presented to Menshchikova Svetlana Alexandrovna.
The main practical outcome of the conference was the creation of a working group based on the conference results. Within its framework, the issues raised at the conference will be discussed, as well as the preparation of subsequent meetings. Participants outlined a plan for further work: sessions will be held once every two months. Four meetings are planned — in December 2026, February 2027, April 2027, and June 2027, and the cycle will conclude with a large II All-Russian Conference in September 2027. Topics of future sessions will be announced additionally — follow the news on our resources.
After the intense program, participants enjoyed a coffee break, which became a platform for informal communication and networking. Participants exchanged contacts, discussed joint projects and continued the discussion started at the sessions. A professional photo session was organized for the guests. It was conducted by the conference ambassador — photographer Anna Smirnova, who for more than 10 years has been creating lively, warm and sincere shots and knows how to capture the most genuine, unposed emotions.
The conference confirmed: the dialogue about motherhood, family and childhood is not a one-time event, but long-term strategic work that will be continued. We thank all speakers, participants and partners for their contribution to this important cause!