The Human Rights Council of Pakistan is set to celebrate International Women’s Day with the 3rd International Soch Aurat Awards at the Pearl Continental (PC) Hotel in Karachi. The event, scheduled for March 8, 2025, will honor 30 remarkable women from diverse fields, recognizing their outstanding contributions to society.
The Soch Aurat Awards have become a significant platform for acknowledging the achievements of women who have excelled in various domains, including education, healthcare, social work, business, media, technology, and public service. This initiative aligns with the Council’s mission to empower women, promote gender equality, and highlight the crucial role of women in nation-building.
Prominent personalities, human rights activists, and government officials are expected to attend the event, making it a momentous occasion in Pakistan’s ongoing struggle for women’s rights and empowerment.
This year’s distinguished nominees include:
1. Dr. Fozia Siddiqi – Sister of Aafia Siddiqui
2. Suriya Bibi – Deputy Speaker, KPK
3. Hasib Amber – Famous Poet
4. Masooma Mir – Advocate
5. Mishal Yousafzai – Advocate & Social Activist
6. Samina Mumtaz Zehri – Senator, PPP
7. Asia Andrabi – Kashmiri Social Activist
8. Bushra Iqbal – Social Activist
9. Dr. Sadia Sheikh – Footballer
10. Adv. Bina Faraz – Advocate & Social Activist
11. Prof. Samreen Hussain – Vice Chancellor, Dawood University
12. Muneeba Ali – Cricketer
13. Sharmila Faruqui – MPA
14. Rida Naqqash – Influencer & Creator
15. Captain Tarana Saleem – Sindh’s First Female Pilot
16. Ms. Farzana Burney – FPCCI Human Rights Chairperson
17. Sadaf Jan (Chief) – Chief
18. Diya Zehra Razia – Social Activist & Anchorperson
19. Afshan Kayani – Social Activist
20. Ustaza Nighat Hashmi – Founder, Al Noor Foundation
21. Syeda Amnah Batool – MNA & Focal Person, PMYP
These inspiring women have made significant contributions in their respective fields, shaping a more inclusive and equitable society. The Soch Aurat Awards continue to serve as a testament to the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women in Pakistan and beyond.
