Moot highlights gender equality, women’s rights

LAHORE:The Women's Development Centre at the University of Education Thursday organised a series of events to commemorate International Women’s Day 2025.

Various intellectual and motivational activities were arranged to celebrate women's achievements and advocate for gender equality and women's rights. On this occasion, the second issue of the university's first women’s magazine, "She Shines", was also launched.

This magazine represents the voices, accomplishments, and aspirations of women. The main event was presided over by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Aqif Anwar Chaudhry, while the chief guest was Prof Dr Iram Anjum, Principal of Kinnaird College for Women.

In his speech, Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Akif Anwar Chaudhry shared his thoughts on empowering women. He stated that the issue of women's rights was not just a national but a global concern, and that both men and women must be educated and made aware of it. Prof Dr Iram Anjum emphasised that women need to stand strong and face their challenges with resilience.

A significant part of the event was a panel discussion on the theme "For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment." Prominent professionals from different fields participated, sharing their experiences and insights on gender equality, the challenges women face in various professions, and strategies for empowering women and girls. Dr Muqaddas Butt, in-charge of the University Women’s Development Center, also spoke and thanked all the guests, speakers, and organisers.