ISLAMABAD: Begum Samina Alvi, First Lady of Pakistan has said that they must focus on girls’ education to make women strong enough to face the challenges of life with the strength of their minds.
She expressed these remarks during an event organized in a local hotel on the occasion of International Women’s Day featured a dynamic panel discussion on “Breaking Barriers: Inspiring Inclusion and Diversity in Leadership.”
She said that they need to make continuous efforts to equip the women with vocational skills to utilize their potential and also to save them from economic exploitation. Moderated by renowned broadcast journalist Sidra Iqbal, the panel included esteemed personalities such as Dr. Sania Nishtar, a leading public health and development expert; Azima Dhanjee, a disability rights activist; Dr. Noor Khan, a distinguished career diplomat; and Mr. Lansana Wonneh, Acting Representative of UN Women Pakistan.
Distinguished guests from the diplomatic community, international agencies, corporate sector, representatives from the Pakistan Foreign Office Women Association and Islamabad Foreign Women Association and Serena associates participated to honor and appreciate women who have shattered stereotypes and achieved success across various spheres of life. Foreign Secretary Mr. Syrus Qazi and many Ambassadors and their spouses also joined in the celebration.
Reflecting on the significance of the occasion, CEO Serena Hotels Aziz Boolani stated, “Today, we celebrate the resilience, strength, and achievements of women who have paved the way for generations to come. Our event aims to recognize their contributions and amplify the voices of those advocating for gender equality and inclusion.”
