Women Parliamentary Caucus – Women Parliamentary Caucus (WPC)

Munaza Hassan

Secretary WPC

On behalf of honorable members of the Women Parliamentary Caucus (WPC), I welcome you to our official website.

After the general elections of 2018, Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf (PTI) Government is now in place. Our government is keen to scale new heights in establishing effectual democratic values and good governance in the country. It is our belief that the importance of women in attainment of these goals cannot be underestimated. The role of women in democratic governance and sustainable development is critical in all processes and at all levels. In this regard the Women Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) is a cross-party forum and a nerve centre for women parliamentarians, and can contribute tremendously.

Dr. Fehmida Mirza

Patron

Nafisa Shah

Ex-Secretary (2008-2013)

Shaista Pervaiz Malik

Ex-Secretary (20013-2018)

What is Women's Parliamentary Caucus

The Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) is a cross-party forum for women parliamentarians of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The WPC was established to enhance women’s participation and engagement in all Parliamentary affairs. The caucus was created on 21 November 2008, by a resolution of the National Assembly. WPC is run by an elected Secretary along with a Working Council comprising of women parliamentarians both from the government and opposition parties.

The WPC carries out the following functions

LEGISLATION

Developing gender-sensitive legislative responses

OVERSIGHT

Review and Supervision of gender-inclusive programs and policy

REPRESENTATION

Serving the cause of the women of Pakistan and amplifying their voice

AWARENESS

Raising Awareness on gender issues of urgent importance

WORKING COUNCIL MEMBERS

Munaza Hassan

Secretary WPC

Romina Khurshid

Treasurer

Kishwar Zehra

Member

Tahira Aurangzeb

Member

Shagufta Jumani

Member

Nafeesa Inayatullah

Member

Rubina Irfan

Member

Farukh Khan

Member

Shahida Akhtar Ali

Member

Saira Bano

Member

Shahnaz Baloch

Member

Sitara Ayaz

Member

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2nd PAECO Conference: Women in Leadership Roles: Leading of the Agenda of Regional Connectivity

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2nd PAECO Conference: Women in Leadership Roles: Leading of the Agenda of Regional Connectivity

Session 1: Women in Leadership Roles: Leading of the Agenda of Regional Connectivity Serena Hotel, Islamabad- Ms. Sahiba Gafarova, Speaker of the Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan chaired the session one on ‘Women in Leadership Roles: Leading of the Agenda of Regional Connectivity’ where she talked about women issues in the region and how women as […]

Virtual Meeting between WPC Pakistan and WAC of Wolesi Jirga Afghanistan

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Virtual Meeting between WPC Pakistan and WAC of Wolesi Jirga Afghanistan

WPC Pakistan – Human Rights, Civil Society, and Women Affairs Committee of Wolesi Jirga Afghanistan(House of People) virtual meeting held at National Assembly of Pakistan on 26th May 2021. Pakistan enjoys special relations of friendship with Afghanistan spread over centuries.

Orientation of Young Parliamentary Fellows

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Orientation of Young Parliamentary Fellows

25th May 2021: An orientation session for Young Parliamentary Fellows was organized at the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Parliament House. The YPFs will be supporting women legislators of national and provincial assemblies who will be registering for Legislative Effectiveness Programme. The support will be provide in area of research, communication and legislation. 99

CPA UK & PAKISTAN WOMEN’S PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS WORKSHOP BUILDING SKILLS FOR WOMEN PARLIAMENTARIANS

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CPA UK & PAKISTAN WOMEN’S PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS WORKSHOP BUILDING SKILLS FOR WOMEN PARLIAMENTARIANS

CPA UK in collaboration with Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Parliament House organized a three-day virtual programme focusing on strengthening the capacity of first term parliamentarians, specifically in relation to engaging civil society organisations in committee work in from 25th May to 27th May 2021. Through a series of discussions, presentations, and practical exercises participants has deepen […]

Letters to International Organizations regarding ongoing brutal operation against Palestinians in Israel

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Letters to International Organizations regarding ongoing brutal operation against Palestinians in Israel

Honorable Ms. Munaza Hassan, Secretary WPC pens down a letter to executive director UN WOMEN, President UN General Assembly, and Baroness D’Souza regarding the ongoing brutal operation against Palestinians in #Israel. While highlighting the plight of Palestinians, Sectary WPC emphasized the importance of international protection mechanisms. She expressed deep concern over increasing violence and brutality perpetrated […]

National Assembly, Women’s Parliamentary Caucus host this year’s International Women’s Day

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National Assembly, Women’s Parliamentary Caucus host this year’s International Women’s Day

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly of Pakistan and Women’s Parliamentary Caucus host and honor Women achievers to commemorate International Women’s Day 2021. Women parliamentarians from several political parties as well as representatives from the government, media fraternity and civil society also participated in the event and pledged to put in efforts for supporting women and girls […]

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Munaza Hassan

Secretary WPC

Dr. Fehmida Mirza

Patron

Nafisa Shah

Ex-Secretary (2008-2013)

Shaista Pervaiz Malik

Ex-Secretary (20013-2018)

What is Women's Parliamentary Caucus

The WPC carries out the following functions

LEGISLATION

OVERSIGHT

REPRESENTATION

AWARENESS

WORKING COUNCIL MEMBERS

Munaza Hassan

Romina Khurshid

Kishwar Zehra

Tahira Aurangzeb

Shagufta Jumani

Nafeesa Inayatullah

Rubina Irfan

Farukh Khan

Shahida Akhtar Ali

Saira Bano

Shahnaz Baloch

Sitara Ayaz

Women's Parliamentary History

Dashboard

Person With Disability (PWD)

News

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