Islamabad: The All Parties Hurriyat Conference Azad Jammu and Kashmir (APHC-AJK) held a seminar today in Islamabad, focusing on the potential roles of women in advocating for the Kashmir cause. The event attracted participants from various professional backgrounds, including academia, media, and the legal sector.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the seminar was chaired by Ms. Shamim Shawl, head of the APHC-AJK women’s wing. Ms. Shawl highlighted the critical role women play in society and their potential to influence the discourse surrounding the Kashmir dispute. The attendees discussed the challenges faced by the people of Kashmir and the strategies necessary to elevate their situation on the global stage.
The dialogue at the seminar addressed multiple dimensions of the Kashmir issue, including the media’s role in shaping public perception, the necessity of a robust legal framework to challenge human rights violations, and the importance of preserving Kashmiri cultural identity. Participants also condemned the ongoing human rights abuses in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, calling for increased international media coverage and global intervention.
The seminar concluded with a call to action, urging all political and social organizations within Pakistan to unite in support of Kashmir. Ms. Shawl commended the attendees for their dedication and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for the Kashmiri people.