ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will host the International Conference on “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities from 11th to12th January 2025 in Islamabad.
A foreign office statement on Thursday said the Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training will host the two-day event.
“The global summit aims to address the challenges and opportunities in advancing girls’ education across Muslim communities worldwide; foster dialogue; and find actionable solutions to address the challenges,” it said.
The statement said the conference will provide an ideal platform for high-level discussions and collaborations.
The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, will inaugurate the conference and will also deliver a keynote address at the opening session reaffirming the nation’s commitment to promoting girls’ education and gender equity.
The event will bring together over 150 international dignitaries, including ministers, ambassadors, scholars and academia from 44 Muslim and friendly countries, representatives from international organisations including UNESCO, UNICEF, and the World Bank. Speakers and panellists will share transformative success stories, showcasing innovative approaches to advancing education equity.
“The conference will conclude by a formal signing ceremony of the Islamabad Declaration, outlining the shared commitment of the Muslim community to empower girls through education, paving the way for inclusive and sustainable educational reforms, and a brighter future for generations to come,” said the statement.
Malala Yousafzai to participate in education conference
It is pertinent to mention that Nobel Peace Laureate Malala Yousafzai will also participate in the conference.
Federal Education Secretary Mohiuddin Wani has announced that Malala Yousafzai will be in Pakistan this weekend to attend an education conference, where she will be the chief guest. She will also be one of the keynote speakers at the two-day event, set to take place in Islamabad.
