An awareness session was held at the National Commission on the Status of Women under the auspices of the Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH), reaffirming the importance of institutional courage in advancing women’s rights.
The session was chaired by Ms. Naghamana Hashmi, Advisor FOSPAH and former Ambassador to China, the European Union, Ireland, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Speaking on behalf of FOSPAH, she emphasized that meaningful change begins when institutions prioritize responsibility and action over convenience and silence.
Participants acknowledged the dedicated efforts of organizations working for women’s protection and empowerment, while also recognizing the significant challenges that remain. The discussion highlighted the continued need to strengthen safeguards, promote equality, and ensure dignity for women across all sectors.
The session underscored FOSPAH’s commitment to collaboration and awareness-building as essential steps toward creating safer and more equitable environments for women nationwide.
