"Dozens of letters were sent to ministries and executive bodies with the signature of Rauf Zeyni (chairman of the National NGO Forum of Azerbaijan), but no response was received from them," said Umud Mirzayev, Chairman of the Public Council under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population.
He noted that in the essence of civil society there is public participation and initiative.
Umud Mirzayev said officials should understand the need for public participation in civil society organisations.
"Public councils operating in Azerbaijan do not even have the capacity to hold meetings due to lack of technical resources, but in accordance with law the executive bodies should ensure this," Umud Mirzayev said.
He also expressed hope for more active participation of citizens.
Umud Mirzayev in the mean time stressed the importance of keeping this issue in mind.