The Auditor General of Pakistan, in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan, hosted a seminar on the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act 2010.
Mr. Muhammad Ajmal Gondal (Auditor General of Pakistan) highlighted the Auditor General’s office's zero-tolerance policy toward workplace harassment. Ms. Louise Nylion (Country Representative, UN Women Pakistan) emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in addressing workplace harassment and ensuring gender equality. Ms. Fauzia Viqar, Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment, was the guest of honor at the seminar. She highlighted the significance of the Act 2010, the establishment of FOSPAH, and the critical need to challenge societal mindsets about workplace harassment. Ms. Fauzia emphasized the fine line between acceptable and inappropriate behavior and the importance of creating respectful workplaces where everyone feels safe and valued. Let’s continue the conversation and work together to ensure dignity, equality, and justice at work!