16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
The Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) has resolved to actively collaborate with provincial legislatures and civil society partners to expand participation and enhance the reach of its campaign.
7th Working Council Meeting
The meeting took place at the Parliament House under the leadership of WPC Secretary MNA Dr. Shahida Rehmani. Attendees included members Farrukh Khan, Tahira Aurangzeb, Rana Ansar, Munazza Hassan, Naeema Kishwar Khan, and Dr. Nikhat Shakeel Khan, the Convenor of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights.
Key Campaign Activities
- Launch a digital awareness drive on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and women's rights across social media platforms.
- Organize a Roundtable featuring parliamentarians, civil society organizations, and experts to discuss GBV prevention and legislative challenges.
- Host regional seminars focusing on women's inheritance rights.
- Draft recommendations for constitutional amendments to strengthen inheritance rights and ensure gender-sensitive legislative and policy review.
"The Working Council outlined its key activities for the upcoming '16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence' campaign."
This campaign aims to address legislative gaps and improve the implementation of measures protecting women's rights.
Author's summary: The WPC is intensifying efforts to combat gender-based violence by engaging lawmakers and civil society, promoting awareness, and advocating for stronger legal protections for women.