Women in prisons
THE global female prison population is growing at a faster rate than that of men. While women still represent a smaller percentage of the total prison population in most countries,…
Women, climate change and health
Climate change has impacted many people worldwide, from Syria and Turkey to Bangladesh, Maldives and Pakistan. Coping with the recent floods has left a lot of the population of Pakistan…
Empowering women, empowering Punjab
Gender equality is more than a moral imperative; it is essential for a fair and just society and a catalyst for economic and social progress. It is enshrined in Pakistan’s…
What women need
Every year, countless women in Pakistan break glass ceilings and make a name for themselves, both personally and professionally, all while seamlessly juggling their careers and domestic responsibilities. Yet, the…
Property, FOSPAH, and protection of women
When should authorities intervene to restrain or incarcerate a perpetrator, particularly in cases of harassment? In instances of physical assault or intimidation, the signs of harassment are clear. Similarly, property…
Human rights begin with women
On December 10, as the world commemorates Human Rights Day, Pakistan finds itself at the intersection of two critical anniversaries: the celebration of universal human rights and the ongoing battle…
Women’s health
THE health of women in Pakistan is in jeopardy. We are talking about the health of 120.7 million citizens of the country, ie, 50 per cent of the population, according…
Protecting women
AS Pakistan embraces the digital age, women face a troubling new reality: technology-facilitated violence. Digital platforms, intended to open opportunities in education, employment, and civic engagement, have also become instruments…
Budgets to empower women
HOW much do governments in Pakistan spend to empower women? What are the trends in allocating and expending budgets for facilities and institutions that help women and girls get equal…
Women emerging
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day is in March. Throughout the month, there are women’s rights marches, celebrations, and conferences, globally and in Pakistan. During the same month, the new federal and provincial…
