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

Women's Parliamentary History

News

Media Consultation on Gender and Climate Change Parliamentary Initiatives

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Media Consultation on Gender and Climate Change Parliamentary Initiatives

Today: The Secretary WPC, Ms. Munaza Hassan chaired the consultation meeting on “Gender and Climate Change Parliamentary Initiatives” for Media Reporters of the National Assembly. She shared the various initiatives that the committee has taken related to gender issues, WPC, and climate change. Ms. Hassan also said that on this #KashmirSolidarityDay, the WPC takes strong […]

WPC Strategic Plan Launch

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WPC Strategic Plan Launch

Meeting held between WPC and @unwomen_pak at Parliament House Islamabad today. In an exclusive session between the stakeholders of @unwomen_pak and WPC, Secretary WPC MNA @MunazaHassan emphasised on the importance of strategic partnership and way forward. #Parliament#Women “ WPC’s vision is to be the voice of women, play role in women-related legislation and assist them […]

General Assembly Session of WPC – 26th January 2021

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General Assembly Session of WPC – 26th January 2021

Islamabad: General Assembly session of Women’s Parliamentary Secretariat, Parliament House under the chairmanship of Honorable Speaker National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser held on 26th January, 2021 at Committee Room No. 5 Parliament House, Islamabad. The Strategic Plan of WPC 2019 – 2023 was approved. During the briefing the Hon. Secretary WPC Ms. Munaza Hassan briefed […]

The role of Women Parliamentarians in Ending violence against women

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The role of Women Parliamentarians in Ending violence against women

ISLAMABAD: Women parliamentarians are determined to further strengthen legislation and oversight for protection of children and women. Yet, as representatives of the people, parliaments have a particular responsibility to ensure that the interests and rights of all sectors of society are respected and promoted. They play a key role in ensuring that international commitments are […]

International Disability Day 2020

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International Disability Day 2020

Islamabad: 3rd December 2020; Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser has said that Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) need encouragement and support to enable them to be viable and productive part of Society. He said that commemorating the International Day of Disabled Persons remind us to stand shoulder with shoulder with all those who are supporting the cause […]

The National Assembly and President House buildings went orange on Wednesday to show solidarity with the global 16 Days of Activism campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and officially launch it in Pakistan.

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The National Assembly and President House buildings went orange on Wednesday to show solidarity with the global 16 Days of Activism campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and officially launch it in Pakistan.

Islamabad, Pakistan — The National Assembly of Pakistan and President House buildings went orange on Wednesday to show solidarity with the global 16 Days of Activism campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and officially launch it in Pakistan. Women parliamentarians from several political parties as well as representatives from the government, UN agencies and civil society also […]

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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

News

Social Media

Publication