Islamabad: The Ministry of Human Rights (MoHR), in collaboration with Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL), recently hosted an event aimed at raising awareness on gender equality and empowering women across various sectors. The event served as a platform for discussions surrounding the Prime Minister’s Women Empowerment Package 2024, highlighting the importance of gender equality and initiatives to bolster female leadership.

According to Ministry of Human Rights, the event featured comprehensive sessions addressing the fundamental rights of women, referral mechanisms for survivors of gender-based violence, and reaffirmed national and international commitments to women’s rights. Participants engaged in dialogues that underscored the necessity for robust policies and practices to ensure gender parity and the empowerment of women in all spheres.

The discussions emphasized the strategic importance of integrating gender perspectives into all levels of decision-making processes. The event also stressed the need for collaborative efforts to dismantle barriers to equality and to create spaces where women’s voices and leadership are recognized and valued.