The opening ceremony of 1st Women Conference 2020 at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi started with an significant address by President ACP, Mohammad Ahmed Shah (SI). The keynote speakers for the event were I.A. Rehman and Justice (R) Nasira Iqbal. A special thanks was extended to Prof. Ejaz Ahmed Faruqi. The distinguished guests who graced the stage were Zehra Nigah, Kishwar Naheed, Syeda Shehla Raza, Zubaida Mustafa, Justice Majida Rizvi, Anis Haroon, Sadiqa Salahuddin, Zakia Sarwar, Ameena Saiyid, Fatima Hassan, and Abida Batool. Dr. Huma Mir served as the MC for the opening ceremony.
Sessions
Meri Zindagi Mera Ikhtiyar
The first session on day 1 was titled "Meri Zindagi Mera Ikhtiyar" and focused on the significance of women's empowerment and the absence of fundamental rights for women. The panel speakers for this session included Sheema Kermani, Mahnaz Rehman, Shehnaz Rahu, Fatima Hassan, and Arfana Mallah. Uzma Alkarim served as the moderator for the session.
Economic Empowerment of Women
The second session of 1st Women Conference at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi was titled "Economic Empowerment of Women." It aimed to emphasize the importance of women being financially independent and secure for the overall development of society. The speaker for this session was Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, and the session was moderated by Ahmed Jalal.
Role of Media In Women Empowerment
The third session of the 1st Women Conference 2020 at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi was titled "Role of Media in Women Empowerment." It focused on the role of digital media and print media in the fight for women's empowerment. The panel of speakers for this session included Mazhar Abbas, Sania Saeed, Tanseem Ahmar, Bee Gul, and ACMA THE BAND. The session was moderated by Wusatullah Khan.
Dance Performance | Sheema Kirmani
An memorizing dance performance by Sheema Kermani adorned the conference. The attendees were enthralled by the enchanting steps of classical dance of Sheema Kermani.
Musical Performance | ACMA THE BAND
As the curtains drew close on the exhilarating Day 1 of 1st Women Conference 2020 at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, the air was filled with anticipation and fun. The stage came alive with the electrifying music performance by ACMA The Band, casting a spell of pure enchantment over the attendees.
Yeh Hath Salamat Hain Jab Tak
Day 2 of 1st Women Conference 2020 opened with a captivating session named “Ye Hath Salamat Hain Jab Tak” which discussed the importance of self-reliance and independence for women. The speakers panel of this session were Nuzhat Shireen, Zehra Akber Khan, Haleema Leghari, Fatima Majeed, Farhat Parveen, and Saeeda Khatoon. It was moderated by Karamat Ali.
Taleem Bunyadi Haq
On day 2 of the 1st Women Conference in 2020, the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi discussed the fundamental right of women to receive an education and the hurdles they face in their journey. The panel of speakers for this session included Sadiqa Salahuddin, Ameena Saiyid, Saeed Ghani, Dr. Jaffer Ahmed, and Rana Hussain. The session was moderated by Dr. Fouzia Khan.
Aurat Per Tashaddud Kyun?
The third session on day 2 at 1st Women Conference 2020, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi was named “Aurat Pe Tashadud Kyun” which discussed the issues concerning violence against women in various aspects. The speaking panel of this session was Ghazi Salahuddin, Nafisa Shah, Sara Malkani, Nazish Brohi, and Afiya Zia. The session was moderated by Anis Haroon.
Role of Women in Parliament
In the fourth session on day 2 of 1st Women's Conference in 2020, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi discussed the role of women in parliament in advancing society and creating more women-friendly laws. The panel of speakers for this session included Sassui Palejo, Kishwa Zehra, Ghazala Saifee, and Azma Bukhari. The session was moderated by Dr. Ayoub Shaikh..
Sehatmand Aurat Sehatmand Mushara
The fifth session on day 2 at 1st Women Conference 2020, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi was named “Sehatmand Aurat Sehatmand Muashira” which discussed the importance of women’s health in order to keep society healthy and progress forward. The speaking panel of this session was Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho, Dr. Shershah Syed, Dr. Rufina Soomro, Dr. Raheela Mohsin, Dr. Seemi Jamali, Dr. Ayesha Mian, and Dr. Haroon Ahmed. It was moderated by Dr. Huma Mir.
Poetry Recitation By Kaif Ghaznavi and Khalid Ahmed
Day 2 of 1st Women Conference 2020 held a poetry recitation session by Khalid Ahmed and Kaif Ghaznavi.
Khawateen Mushaira
1st Women Conference 2020 was closed off with a grand Khawateen Mushaira which had famous female poets from around the world. The Khawateen Mushaira was presided by Kishwar Naheed.
A Conversation with Bushra Ansari
On day 2 of 1st Women Conference 2020, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi held an interesting and captivating session “A Talk with Bushra Ansari” which was moderated by Yasir Hussain.
Dance Performance | Tehreema Mitha
On day 2 of 1st Women Conference 2020, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi was enchanted by the captivating and brilliant dance performance by Tehreema Mitha.
Music Performance | Nazia Zuberi
Nazia Zuberi’s sensational musical performance entertained the attendees on day 2 at 1st Women Conference 2020.