Inclusive faculties

Women faculty members in Pakistan continue to face multi-faceted challenges from workplace harassment to exclusion. They often report reduced mentorship and limited inclusion in decision-making roles. These structural exclusions can lead to separation from an organisational working mechanism, imposter syndrome and anxiety. In cases where women challenge institutional norms or raise concerns about harassment, they can face backlash.

In my opinion, universities in Pakistan should develop welfare policies, establish gender equity cells and promote mental health awareness. There should also be sufficient slots for women faculty members in decision-making, leadership opportunities and mentoring networks.

Dr Adeeba Khan

Rawalakot

AJK