Sunday, October 21, 2012
Women Empowerment in Pakistan
on its way...........
Quaid e Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said, " “No nation can rise to the height of glory unless your women are
side by side with you; we are victims of evil customs. It is a crime
against humanity that our women are shut up within the four walls of the
houses as prisoners. There is no sanction anywhere for the deplorable
condition in which our women have to live.” well its a very well self explanatory quote, Jinnah said in 1947, a hot topic for discussion and most needed action of these days around the globe.
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Women's situation in Pakistan
In Pakistan, the women have no contribution in most activities or decision making, and this can be seen as a major obstacle towards development. And women’s participation in civil and social activities, and their contribution on a national and international level, is necessary in order to progress gender equality and reduce gender disparities, thus steering the country towards development. Furthermore, there is no doubt that without women’s participation, a country is unable to achieve success in matters relating to politics, sports, and the economy etc.Women possess equal rights, as much as men do in progressing development – be at home, or in formal or informal environments, women are taking their responsibilities seriously, and in a sincere and committed way.
The women make more than half
the population of the country, but sadly they are not treated well. Struggle from different non governmental organizations and some courageous women of the country to make a change in their lives showing
a ray of hope to every female. Domestic violence is one the harsh
realities of a Pakistani women. Activists who work for women cause say
that many women remain in violent relationships because they believe
they must obey their husbands and that divorce is a shame. Majority of the women population has same thoughts because of lack of education. One third of women in Pakistan are uneducated and have very little concept about making their own choices.
According to a report of NGO White Ribbon Campaign (WRC) Pakistani women are subject to increasing abuse.
Increased cases of violence are being reported each year in Pakistan.
According to the report: “sexual harassment at the workplace, abuse,
beating, and rape were some of the forms of violence against women.”
Misconception about women empowerment
In general, few people have misconception that women empowerment and
gender equality is a foreign agenda, people
also think that women empowerment will destroy their society set up and
women will not obey their husbands or their family, but its only misconception women all over the
world have been facing challenges and gender inequalities since the
beginnings of history.
According to Quran and Hadith
Quran and the Hadith both also emphasize on the protection of the rights of women,
including the rights of education, worship, freedom of opinion, choice
of spouse, economic freedom and social role.
So what should we do ?
Pakistan government has taken many measures to enhance the
participation of women in economic sphere but instead of all this, there
is a terrible need to upgrade the status of women in society and it is only
possible through giving them protection legally and mentally. She should
be given access and control over resources. An effective mechanism
should be institutionalized to enable the women in decision making at
all levels. Subject of gender studies should be introduced from
secondary level in the course curriculum, provision of women friendly
infrastructure and environment at workplace, research and documentation
on the achievements of women and launching of awareness raising
campaigns among citizens on gender and development.
Pakistani women can achieve their goal by joining hands together and
motivating each other. Educate women which will ensure awareness of what
is happening to women around the world today is an essential step
towards improving their situation. It is a surprising fact that women
are made to do some of the things simply because of the fact that they
are women. No one can change the world by themselves, but many people
doing a little can make a real difference in the society.
Women and Men Need to Pull Together and Unite Forces:
A famous Pakistani saying :“A man and a woman are like two wheels of a cart. The cart can move fast and safely when both of them are pulling the cart in the same direction, and with equal strength, but if one of the wheels is damage, nothing will be possible.”
Bottom Line
No developing country or society can afford to ignore the role of a woman, if it desires progress.Click here to watch a video about women empowerment in Pakistan.
Readers, need your feedback and your views about the issue.
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You have very rightly described the true meaning of Women Empowerment. Its true that people consider it a foreign agenda but in reality our own religion has always been in support of empowered women. I really liked the fact that you have added a very appropriate video at the end to highlight your points.
A woman makes the biggest contribution when she raises her children,keep his father and husband happy and also her house in order. It may be another thing that they is never paid or given recognition.I may not agree with the projected role of west but woman still play a big role in decision making, especially about the family. The icon to follow is bi bi fatima.
Loved this line of yours, "No one can change the world by themselves, but many people doing a little can make a real difference in the society"
Your blog in itself is a prime example of Women Empowerment :) Keep it up.
There is only two ways to develop any country, Women literacy and entrepreneurship development - Pakistan is way behind, but activists such as Fahimina Arshad are keeping our eyes open.
As an Irish woman the only plights I ever hear are 'I'm expected to work,do the cooking,cleaning,help the kids with homework ECT oh poor me !!!
LITTLE /MINOR things.I AM FREE to decide whether or not .It's my choice
in comparison to the major barriers and the dangers associated with your wonderful women,men and kids in your beautiful land who try to change the system slightly for the better of man/woman kind like Malala Yousufzai.
Keep up the brave and courageous work.We are all behind you and you will always be in my sons and families thoughts ALL OF YOU
Fahmina , Keep it up.
Fahmina,
Thank you for directing me to this URL from LinkedIn.
I think that both boys and girls in Pakistan would become literate at an early age if they're first made measurably fluent in alphabet writing.
Thanks Bob...!!!! your efforts are truly great for posting your comment here...
You're welcome, Fahmina,
If Pakistan is the first country in the world to do away with reading problems by measuring the fluency with which young students can write syllables, it will be a great boon to national prestige.