British Council to host WOW Pakistan 2025

Islamabad:The British Council, in partnership with the WOW Foundation, UNFPA and Entrepreneurship and Community Development Institute (ECDI) is set to host the 8th annual WOW – Women of the World Festival Pakistan.

The festival will take place at the Alhamra Arts Council, Lahore, on the 1st and 2nd of February 2025 and will celebrate women’s achievements, foster dialogue, and address the challenges they face. The festival invites women, girls, and families to enjoy a diverse and inclusive programme.

James Hampson, Country Director, British Council Pakistan said: "Celebrating the role of women and championing the empowerment of Pakistan’s girls is at the heart of WOW 2025 in Lahore. If you support what WOW stands for, there is no better place to be this weekend than at Al-Hamra with the British Council and our amazing partners.”

Jude Kelly, CEO & Founder of The WOW Foundation, said: “The brilliant team at the British Council and local voices have ensured that WOW Pakistan will be a joyful, heady, heartfelt festival that supports bold dreams, and also understands that we need patience that lasts years.”