Pakistan Girl Guides Association National Headquarters organized “2nd Pakistan Girls Empowerment Forum- Pathway to Leadership” from 28th to 1st September 2025. 110 Guides and their Leaders from AJK, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, and Islamabad Capital Territory participated. The event was organized in collaboration with UNICEF Pakistan.
Pakistan Girl Guides Association has recently launched 4 new badge curricula regarding Nutrition, Environment & Climate Change, Leadership, and Mental and Emotional Wellbeing. During the event, Girls experienced activities of these 4 badges and will cascade these to at least 10 more girls after returning to their hometowns. Upon completion of this task, they will become Empowerment Champions.
Humaira Zia Mufti, Secretary NCSW (National Commission on the Status of Women), was the Chief Guest of the Event. Mrs. Salma Hussain, Honorary, Pakistan Girl Guides Association, welcomed her and the other Guests. She briefed them about the program and activities of the Guiding. She said that Guiding is preparing leaders for tomorrow. While experiencing the Guide program, the girls learn to step forward whenever there is a need. She also informed the guests about the new badges. She commended the tireless efforts of PGGA Staff, volunteers, and partners for their unwavering commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces for young women and girls.
A highlight of the ceremony was a compelling panel discussion moderated by a Guide participant, featuring Girl Guides as panelists. The discussion spotlighted their journeys, insights, and dreams for the future, offering a powerful reflection on leadership, resilience, and the transformative power of girl-led initiatives.
Humaira Zia Mufti, Secretary National Commissioner on Status of Women, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In her inspiring remarks, she highlighted the potential of young girls and emphasized that empowering them should be a national priority. She said:
“This forum does more than just amplify girls’ voices; it reminds us that when we work together, grounded in equality and respect, we shape a future where every girl has the chance to grow, learn, and lead. She also encouraged participants to stay resilient, to keep dreaming, and to use their voices as a source of strength for others.
Ms. Fahmida Khan, Gender and Development Specialist at UNICEF Pakistan, and Mr. Kurram Javed, Director of Capacity Building at the National Cyber Emergency Response Team, also addressed the Guides and appreciated the role of the Pakistan Girl Guides Association in empowering the country’s young girls.
The event also featured a soulful empowerment song performed by a Girl Guide, which moved the audience with lyrics that echoed the Forum’s themes of strength, unity, and self-belief.
A tree was also planted by the guests to mark the Aik Beti Aik Sajar campaign initiated on the special directions of the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.