PESHAWAR
\nThe Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, along with its subsidiary departments including Local Government, Social Welfare, Planning and Development (P&D), and the Commission on the Status of Women with the support of Canada concluded a four-year project here at a local hotel on Tuesday to empower women in the province.
\nThe primary objective of this project, undertaken in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada through Cowater International, is to integrate women into social, economic, and political spheres, ensuring their participation in policymaking, governance, and the enforcement of laws and policies related to women\u2019s rights.
\nDuring the concluding conference, Justice Retired Irshad Qaisar, Caretaker Minister for Social Welfare, highlighted that over 55 percent of Pakistan\u2019s population comprises women, yet a significant number of them struggle to earn a livelihood for themselves and their families.
\nShe said that the government is committed to empowering women and addressing unemployment issues.
\nShe stressed that providing basic amenities to the public is the state\u2019s responsibility and solid measures are being taken in this regard.
\nLuke Myers, Head of Global Affairs Canada, emphasized that substantial efforts can be made to ensure Pakistani women\u2019s complete and equitable participation in society and praised the collaboration between the Canadian and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governments in advancing women\u2019s progress.
\nShabina Gulzar, team leader of the Empowerment and Political Participation Program, provided detailed insights into the project\u2019s goals and objectives, shedding light on the importance of women\u2019s representation in governmental processes.
\nThe conference also featured a panel discussion with speakers including Mr. Muhammad Naeem, Director of Social Welfare Department; Amna Durani, Director of Program Commission on the Status of Women; Rabia Sattar, Special Assistant to P&D; Dr. Rifat Sardar, former Chairperson Commission on the Status of Women Atiq-ur-Rehman, Deputy Director Local Government School; Zaher Shah Senior Journalist; and Shakeela Rubani, Chairperson DSW.
\nSpeakers collectively stressed the need for Pakistani women to have equal rights and opportunities in political, social, and economic life.
\nThey underlined that Pakistan stands at a critical juncture economically and politically, and women\u2019s empowerment is essential for its future development.
\nEvery girl and woman in Pakistan should have control and autonomy over their education, meaningful employment, and sustainable income for their future.
\nThis collaborative effort between Canada and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government serves as a significant step towards fostering gender equality and women\u2019s participation in all aspects of society, ensuring a brighter future for Pakistan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PESHAWAR The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, along with its subsidiary departments including Local Government, Social Welfare, Planning and Development (P&D), and the Commission on the Status of Women with the support of Canada concluded a four-year project here at a local hotel on Tuesday to empower women in the province. The primary objective of this project, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":358600,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-358584","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-peshawar"},"yoast_head":"\n