On International Labour Day, the Sindh Community Foundation, in collaboration with ‘Feed The Minds’, organized an awareness seminar in the village of Maiho Machi in Matiri district. The seminar aimed to highlight the labor rights of women agricultural workers and was attended by female cotton workers and local growers. Javed Hussain, the head of Sindh Community Foundation, addressed the seminar and emphasized the importance of implementing labor laws to fulfill global commitments. While recent laws to include women in agriculture under labor coverage are groundbreaking, he stressed the need to ..read more

Pakistan’s architectural history is adorned with the contributions of numerous architects, but the name that stands out among all is that of Yasmeen Lari. She has been honored by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) with the prestigious Royal Gold Medal, becoming the first-ever Pakistani to achieve this feat. Lari’s work has had a significant impact on the field of architecture and has transformed the lives of many people.  This prestigious award is a testament to her extraordinary work in the field of architecture, as well as her dedication to humanitarian efforts. Yasmeen La ..read more

Women have made a great stride in terms of gender equality and empowerment. However, there is still a long way to go before women achieve true parity with men in all aspects of life. To advance and accomplish their goals, women must continue to encourage and uplift one another. From raising families to governing governments, women have always played an important role in society. Despite the numerous obstacles they confront, women continue to tear through boundaries and do remarkable things.  Here are five quotes for women’s empowerment that can inspire you:  “A woman is the full circ ..read more

Meta, in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the National Institute of Banking & Finance (NIBAF), and Demo, has launched the second phase of its esteemed “She Means Business” program in Pakistan. The program aims to digitally empower 500 women entrepreneurs and high-value small businesses by providing training, access to resources, and networking opportunities. The inauguration ceremony of “The Digital Bridge: Advancing Financial Inclusion for Pakistan” took place in Karachi this week. Dignitaries from the Ministry of Commerce, Women Chambers of Commerce and Industry, as w ..read more

The effects of climate change have been widespread and devastating, affecting countries across the globe, from Syria and Turkey to Bangladesh, Maldives, and Pakistan. In Pakistan, recent floods have left a large part of the population struggling to cope with the aftermath, leading to economic losses and other problems, with women disproportionately affected. According to the UN Environment, around 80% of those displaced by climate change are women. Climate change has also contributed to the spread of diseases, such as malaria, dengue fever, hepatitis, gastroenteritis, and tuberculosis, which a ..read more

Muslim women have been making strides in various areas of empowerment, including education, politics, and economics. Despite variations across regions and countries, several trends and initiatives have contributed to the progress of Muslim women worldwide.Education has been a significant driver of Muslim women’s empowerment. Many women are pursuing higher education, equipping them with knowledge and skills to participate fully in society. Saudi Arabia has lifted restrictions on women’s freedom, allowing them to drive and attend universities, while historically, Muslim women such as Hazrat Aish ..read more

The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Pakistan has recently unveiled a new web page, heroines.pk, that celebrates the accomplishments of women in both Pakistan and Czechia. Developed jointly by the Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art in Plzen, Czech Republic and the National College of Arts (NCA) Lahore, the page features a hundred artistic portraits of women who have made significant contributions to their respective societies.The initiative was launched by the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Czech Republic Jiri Kozak, Czech Ambassador to Pakistan Tomáš Smetánka, and Nilofar Bakhtiar. The ..read more

Yasmeen Lari, Pakistan’s first woman architect, has won the Royal Gold Medal for her remarkable humanitarian work. The 82-year-old architect has been acknowledged for her innovative approach towards designing sustainable homes, which are eco-friendly and cost-effective. Her work has helped the homeless and displaced communities of Pakistan to rebuild their lives, empowering them to become self-sufficient. After the devastating floods and rains in 2022, which impacted millions of people in Pakistan, Lari and her team of architects and engineers immediately started constructing low-cost, low-tec ..read more

In a remarkable feat of endurance and determination, Naila Kiani has become the first Pakistani woman to summit Annapurna, the tenth-highest peak in the world. Located in Nepal, Annapurna stands at a staggering 8,091 meters above sea level. Kiani was part of a six-member team that included renowned Pakistani climber Shehroze Kashif and India’s Arjun Vajpai. After completing their climb on Monday morning, Naila emerged as the first woman from Pakistan to achieve this incredible feat. #Annapurna2023 #BreakingNews 2 Pakistanis #NailaKiani & #SherozeKashif have conquered the summit of 10th h ..read more

Investors in 2022The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing a significant rise in female investors, with a staggering 51% increase in 2022 compared to the previous year. Industry experts have attributed this trend to the country’s steps towards women’s empowerment, as well as recent price hikes on various products that have forced women to invest more to beat inflation and achieve long-term financial security.The rise of micro-investing apps has made it easier and more affordable for individuals to invest small amounts regularly, contributing to the diversification of women’s asset portfol ..read more