Documenting the War in Gaza: The Art of Plestia Alaqad
They SeePlestia Alaqad is a Palestinian journalist and visual artist who has been documenting the war in Gaza for many years. Her work is a powerful and moving testament to the…
Women’s cricket in Pakistan: Tough but fun
Women's cricket in Pakistan has come a long way since it started in the early 1900s. But even today, female cricketers face a lot of challenges. Many families and communities…
Dr. Sania Nishtar – Revolutionizing Public Health In Pakistan
A remarkable person who has left an indelible mark on Pakistan’s public health landscape. A cardiologist, physician, author and senator. First Pakistani female cardiologist, achieving dreams, working for humanity and…
Beena Sarwar: A Lifetime of Activism for Peace in South Asia
Beena Sarwar, a Pakistani peace activist who founded the South Asia Peace Action Network (sapan). "sapan" is a non-profit organization that works to promote peace and understanding between the people…
Representation of Desi Women in the Media
The media has a significant impact on how we perceive ourselves and our surroundings. This is especially true for desi women, who are constantly misrepresented and distorted in the media.…
Naila Kiani – Scaling new heights and inspiring generations
Naila kiani, a mountaineer, boxer and a banker. With her unwavering determination she has not only conquered numerous peaks but also bought pride to her nation. She was born on…
Ayesha Farooq : A Fighter Pilot Breaking Barriers
Ayesha Farooq is a role model for many young women in Pakistan. She is an inspiration to them and shows that women can achieve anything they set their minds to.…
“Manipulative Woman” – A Tool of Patriarchy?
The expression "manipulative woman" is frequently used to portray a lady who is seen as being controlling, underhanded, or sly. While there are absolutely ladies who take part in a…
Junaid Jamshed – A man of versatility
Junaid Jamshed was a Pakistani vocalist musician, TV character, entertainer, and preacher. Widely recognized for his iconic song "Dil Dil Pakistan" was born on 3rd September 1964 and wanted to…
Farha Abbasi MD: A Psychiatrist Who is Changing the Face of Mental Health Care
Dr. Farha Abbasi is a Pakistani-American psychiatrist who is changing the face of mental health care. She is passionate about providing culturally-competent care to Muslim patients and their families. She…