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Women across Pakistan are breaking barriers and redefining success in every field, from business and media to education and social impact. Recognising their contributions, the 15th LadiesFund Women’s Awards 2025 Pakistan took place at the Sindh Governor House, honouring women who have made a significant impact in their industries.
The event brought together government officials, corporate leaders, diplomats, and past awardees to celebrate women’s achievements. Among the winners were Moneeza Hashimi, Roshaneh Zafar, Sarwar Peshimam, Sayeeda Leghari, Auntie Munawar Dadabhoy, and Javeria Rajput.
Amin Gulgee produced the ceremony, which featured a dance performance on the song Pasoori by Sheema Kermani and a photo showcase reflecting on the past 14 years. Nabila Bano closed the evening with the tune of Dil Dil Pakistan. Federal Secretary & Advisor to Governor Sindh, S T Mustafa, delivered the welcome address, while Ziad Khan Kessori, son of the Governor of Sindh, and LadiesFund President Tara Uzra Dawood presented awards.
Moneeza Hashimi received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her work in media and women’s empowerment. The Visionary Awards were presented to Roshaneh Zafar, founder of Kashf Foundation, and Sarwar Peshimam, co-founder of Shahi Supari, whose business generates PKR 10 billion annually. The Women of Inspiration Awards recognised 32 women across various fields, including Meher Jaffri (Acting), Parveen Islam (Education), and Shahzadi Rai (Inclusivity). This included nine Women of Inspiration 2024 and 20 members of the world’s first female solar roof installation team.
The event also marked the launch of their Breast Cancer Endowment Fund, led by Sima Kamil and Sana Pirzada, along with the publication of a white paper on medical-legal reforms in Pakistan.
The People’s Choice Awards were announced live, with Javeria Rajput winning Most Popular Influencer, Auntie Munawar Dadabhoy receiving the Most Beloved Chef Award, and Sayeeda Leghari honoured with the Momentum Award.
Tara Uzra Dawood highlighted ongoing initiatives, including the 10,000 Wheelchairs Drive (#LFWheels), the Food Rations Campaign (#LFFeed), and the 2025 Water Well Project in Skardu, reinforcing the organisation’s focus on economic and social empowerment for women.
- You! desk
