The importance of fostering an environment where all employees — especially women— feel valued, respected, and safe. True organisational success lies in the strength of relationships fostered within the workplace, said Auditor General of Pakistan Muhammad Ajmal Gondal.
He was addressing an awareness seminar on the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010, aimed at fostering safe, inclusive, and respectful work environments for women. The event was organised by the Office of the Auditor-General of Pakistan in collaboration with UN Women and brought together key stakeholders from various sectors.
He further committed to building a workplace where harassment of any form is completely intolerable and swift, effective action is taken when issues arise.
Additional Auditor-General (HQs) Dr Iram A. Khan shared the Auditor-General Office's initiatives for the well-being of female employees. She highlighted the establishment of inquiry committees at both the head office and field offices to address harassment complaints. Dr Khan also spoke about the creation of a daycare centre at the head office, ensuring the comfort and safety of working women.
She reiterated the department's commitment to a safe and inclusive environment, setting an example for other organisations in the country.
FOSPAH Federal Ombudsperson Fauzia Viqar highlighted the significant progress made by her office in tackling workplace harassment across Pakistan, providing valuable insights into the legal framework and support systems in place.
Country Representative for UN Women, Louise Nylin, underscored the importance of partnerships in achieving gender equality and protecting women's rights in the workplace.
The seminar featured a presentation on workplace harassment laws by Meher Jamy from FOSPAH and an engaging session on gender and social norms by Dr Zahra Kamal.
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