Gender & Development in Pakistan

Gender research areas:

  1. Gender roles in economic and social relations and the impact on development
  2. The gendered impact of economic changes on labour market opportunities and inequalities in access to economic resources
  3. Patriarchy, culture and violence
  4. Analysis of policies and institutions on women’s empowerment.

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Safe spaces for women

  • 19/10/2026

By Zeba Sathar Published in Dawn on October, 18, 2026 THE Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010, was an important response to problems that directly affect women. It enabled the ombudsman to hear cases, many of which were resolved in women’s favour. A recent judgement has now eliminated an avenue that many women […]

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Pakistan worst hit by hunger in South Asia

  • 15/10/2026

By Amin Ahmed Published in Dawn on October, 15, 2026 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan recorded the highest score in South Asia on the 2026 Global Hunger Index released on Wednesday, reflecting a worsening food security crisis driven by economic instability, climate shocks and global conflicts. Published jointly by Welthungerhilfe, the Institute for International Law of Peace and Armed Conflict[…]

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