American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Development ISSN Online: 2771-8948 Website: www.ajird.journalspark.org Volume 25, February, 2024 360 | P a g e ACHIEVING A CORRUPTION-FREE SYSTEM BY SUPPORTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE GENDER EQUALITY STRATEGY IN CUSTOMS AUTHORITIES Dilnoza Arabova Sherqulovna Kashkadarya Region Customs Department Chairman of Women's Primary Organization, Captain of the Customs Service, Senior Inspector Gmail: arabovadilnoza@gmail.com Abstract In this article, an honorable and hard-working customs official who contributes to the promotion of the future of Uzbekistan by supporting the strategy of gender equality and preventing corruption in the bodies of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan Uzbek women and the UN Development Program "Gender Equality Badge of State Institutions" program were widely covered. Keywords: Gender equality, Customs, women, integrity, justice, law, national program, women of Uzbekistan, gender equality badge, Women's Association of Uzbekistan "Olima ayollar ", international women's day. Introduction In recent years, women and men have equal rights and opportunities, and their equal participation in the management of society and state affairs, social and legal support for women, as well as protection from oppression and violence, have been widely promoted. large-scale reforms are being implemented. If we consider the 2030 strategy for achieving gender equality in the Republic of Uzbekistan, Chapter 1: Strategy for achieving gender equality in the Republic of Uzbekistan until 2030 (hereinafter referred to as the Gender Strategy) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan, "Woman- on guarantees of equal rights and opportunities for girls and men" .It was developed in accordance with the priority tasks of the country's development as well as the national goals in the field of sustainable development until 2030 and other legislative documents. Legality, democracy, openness and transparency are one of the main principles of ensuring gender equality. Within the framework of the gender strategy, the concept of gender equality means the equality of rights and opportunities of women and men in all spheres of society's life and activities, including politics, economy, law, culture, education, science, and sports. Decree No. PF-87 dated March 7, 2022 of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On Measures to Accelerate Work on Systematic Support of Family and Women" "National Program on increasing the activity of women in all aspects of their economic, political and American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Development ISSN Online: 2771-8948 Website: www.ajird.journalspark.org Volume 25, February, 2024 361 | P a g e social life" was adopted, which defines the main directions of the state policy for the support of women. Taking into account the importance and relevance of the tasks defined in this program, on May 11, 2023, the Customs Institute organized the Women of Uzbekistan on the topic "The role of women in the innovative development of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan and ensuring gender equality". A republican scientific-practical conference was held with "Olima ayollar " association. It started with the introduction of O. Choriev, Deputy Chairman of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and Ye. Borisova presented her speech of thanks and congratulation to the participants of the conference. Gender issues are actively discussed all over the world, and these trends are also developing in Uzbekistan, where great attention is paid to increasing the role of women, strengthening their health, taking care of their education, and ensuring their active participation in public administration. Ensuring gender equality, eliminating gender discrimination, as well as all forms of oppression and violence against women is one of the priority directions of our state policy. In 2021, the Strategy for achieving gender equality in Uzbekistan until 2030 was approved. The document envisages increasing the number of women in management, reducing gender disparity, access to education, and combating violence and harassment of women. To date, gender equality in the republic has risen to the level of state policy. Our President constantly emphasized its importance, and with the support of international organizations, various programs to support women are being implemented in our country. Speaking at the ceremony dedicated to the International Women's Day, the President noted that the role and influence of women in all spheres and sectors is increasing. Currently, their share in the management system is 33 percent, about 1,500 of our contemporaries hold high positions at various levels. In order to further increase the potential of women and girls and strengthen their participation in state management, a reserve of personnel was formed, which includes more than six thousand citizens with modern knowledge, talent and leadership qualities. One of the priority directions of the state policy of Uzbekistan is paying special attention to increasing the share of women in the scientific field. Matilda Dimovska, Permanent Representative of the United Nations Development Program in Uzbekistan, said that the Gender Equality Badge directly supports the country's international obligations and active promotion of gender equality. "Uzbekistan is committed to expanding women's economic opportunities, improving reproductive health, and ending gender-based violence," said. "This is an important step towards gender equality. Nodira Azizova, national adviser on gender issues of the "Gender Equality Badge of State Institutions" program of the United Nations Development Program presented the main goals, stages and criteria to be achieved and implemented by the State Customs Committee. At the end of the program, based on the achievement of specific results, the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan will receive a bronze, silver or gold seal of gender equality. Ms. Ana Maria Landa Ugarte, global coordinator of the UNDP "Gender Equality Seal of State Institutions" program, shared the successful experience of the American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Development ISSN Online: 2771-8948 Website: www.ajird.journalspark.org Volume 25, February, 2024 362 | P a g e program. The Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, as one of the two leaders in the implementation of the gender equality seal in the global customs sector, customs and global countries. noted that it has a unique opportunity to become a peer-to-peer organization in the management community for gender equality. Otabek Choriev, Deputy Chairman of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, once again confirmed the efforts of the State Customs Committee to ensure gender equality and expand women's rights. In particular, strengthening the gender potential of the organization, setting standards and indicators based on international and national agreements and obligations. Gender masalalari butun dunyoda faol muhokama qilinmoqda va bu tendensiyalar O‘zbekistonda ham rivojlanmoqda, unda ayollarning rolini yanada oshirish, salomatligini mustahkamlash, ta’lim olishiga g‘amxo‘rlik qilish, davlat boshqaruvida faol ishtirokini ta’minlashga katta e’tibor qaratilmoqda.Gender issues are actively discussed all over the world, and these trends are also developing in Uzbekistan, where great attention is paid to increasing the role of women, strengthening their health, taking care of their education, and ensuring their active participation in public administration. Ensuring gender equality, ending gender discrimination, as well as all forms of oppression and violence against women giving is one of the priority directions of our state policy. The document envisages increasing the number of women in management, reducing gender disparity, access to education, and combating violence and harassment of women. The attention of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the Customs officers and his concern for women certainly gives satisfaction to all of us. Provision of accommodation for military personnel, expansion of opportunities for their children's education - all this encourages us to serve more faithfully. The reforms implemented in the customs sector, the changes made to the legislation, by our President, first of all, for the development of our country, and also for the well-being of our people, have become one of the great works that will remain in history. Decree No. 5582 of the President of November 24, 2018 "On additional measures to improve the customs administration and increase the efficiency of the State Customs Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan" is a clear proof of our opinion. In addition, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated October 11, 2017 "On the approval of the regulation on the procedure for applying the 2-lane system at border crossing points of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan" The establishment of red and green corridors of customs posts by the decision No. 814 brought a number of conveniences to citizens and entrepreneurs, and it became another reason for the equalization of the customs of Uzbekistan with world standards. Also, the President's decision No. 3512 dated February 6, 2018 "On measures to further regulate the transportation of goods by individuals through the customs border" made our hospitable nation even more happy. Also, 103 female employees were encouraged with badges and valuable gifts from the Customs Committee. The women's team " Bojxona malikalari” won the nomination "The Most Exemplary Organization" in the " To'maris American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Development ISSN Online: 2771-8948 Website: www.ajird.journalspark.org Volume 25, February, 2024 363 | P a g e izdoshlari - 2023" republican contest, and the " Eng namunali tashkilot " nomination at the " Gimnastrada hamma uchun - 2023 sports festival. On December 23, 2023, M. Ahmedova, the inspector of the "Madaniyat" post of Andijan region, won the nomination " Yilning eng vatanparvar ayoli” at the republic stage of the national contest " Yil ayoli-2023". Also, senior inspector of "Karshi Kerki" post of Kashkadarya region D.Arabova won the second place in the nomination "The most active regional state body in ensuring gender equality". Currently, 1 female employee is studying at the doctoral program of the institute, 2 have successfully passed the entrance exam for the educational program. Conculusion: When I put on a military uniform early in the morning and went to work, my heart was full of pride and honor that I had chosen the honorable profession of a customs officer. Every passenger crossing the border, be it a farmer, a tourist, or a businessman, sees the female officer who is determined to protect the economic interests of the country, as well as to ensure peace and tranquility. when he addressed me, the duty to justify the trust of my country surges in my heart. First of all, I am a woman, besides, I am a mother of two children, a devoted wife. My children are proud of the profession I chose. In the future, like their parents, they dream of serving the country, our people, and becoming worthy children of the country. Of course, it is difficult for a woman to perform the military service and carry out the complex tasks of raising a family and children at the same time. My children, who have seen my patience in fulfilling my arduous duty day and night, both in the bitter winter and in the hot summer, have understood what a true patriot should be. First of all, the care of our President, the prayers of my parents, the support of my spouse, the love and affection of my children, the trust and support of my colleagues always give me strength. No matter how difficult it may be, I will always respond to the service of my country and I will ensure that my children will grow up to be boys and girls who will contribute to the development of the future of Uzbekistan. As a female Uzbek officer who works in the field of customs with honor and hard work, I live with a heart full of love for the motherland. I am proud of my chosen honorable and hard-working profession as the guardian of the homeland, and I love my country and serve it diligently. 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