Women’s Day poster competition held

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Directorate of Youth Affairs in collaboration with a local NGO organized a poster competition on ‘Peace and Women’ which encouraged women to take action and challenge the status quo.

The event was a call to action to challenge gender stereotypes, bias, and discrimination and create a more inclusive and peaceful world where everyone has equal opportunities and rights.

On this occasion, Advisor to CM on Youth and Sports Dr Riaz Anwar said that international Women’s Day is a reminder of the progress we have made, the work that still needs to be done, and the importance of supporting women’s rights and equality every day.

District Youth Officer Sajid Afridi said that in addition to affecting moods and attention, art also promotes better social knowledge and self-understanding. Art can help develop empathy and allow viewers to take a new perspective and understand others better. These qualities are crucial pillars of peace, which begins when we understand the effects that our own actions have on others”.

Non-Governmental Organisation Grow Up and Directorate of Youth Affairs celebrate the achievements of women in all fields, from science to politics, education to business, and beyond.

Women are breaking barriers and making significant contributions to society, and their achievements should be celebrated and recognized. However, we must also acknowledge that gender inequality still exists, and women continue to face discrimination, harassment, and violence, he shared.

Women are underrepresented in leadership positions, earn less than men for the same work, and face numerous barriers in accessing healthcare, education, and other basic rights, he said.

Speaking on the occasion, peace ambassador for South Asia, Mohammad Khalid said that a peaceful society is characterized by stability and security, which means people can go about their daily lives without fear of violence or harm. This promotes economic growth, social cohesion, and individual freedoms.

Huma Ulfat of Rangeet Art said that in a peaceful society, individuals are free to exercise their human rights, such as freedom of speech, freedom of association, and freedom of religion. This creates a culture of respect for diversity and equality.