Pakistan Leadership School

As a trainer and community practitioner, I want to state this clearly and without hesitation:

Advocating marriage for children under 18 is ethically indefensible, legally regressive, and socially destructive.

When a public figure like Maulana Fazlur Rehman dismisses age of marriage laws and encourages child marriage, it normalizes harm under the guise of tradition or religion. This is not a theological debate, it is a human rights violation.

Child marriage systematically deprives children, especially girls of education, bodily autonomy, health, and the ability to consent. It entrenches cycles of poverty, gender-based violence, and silence. Any framework that prioritizes ideology over a child’s welfare is not moral leadership; it is institutionalized neglect.

Even more alarming is the intersection of this mindset with cases of forced conversion and coerced marriage of minority girls, particularly Hindu children, who are married to much older men and presented as “willing.” This practice is not faith based; it is predatory and coercive, and it fundamentally contradicts principles of justice, dignity, and consent.

Let me be unequivocal:
Using religion to justify harm to children is not the defense of faith, it is the corruption of faith.

As educators, trainers, and professionals, our responsibility is to challenge narratives that legitimize abuse, to ground discussions in law and ethics, and to center the lived realities of survivors. Silence, in these moments, is not neutrality, it is complicity.
Protecting childhood is not a Western concept.
It is a moral, legal, and human obligation.

- Asma Tariq

Proud to share a snapshot of my work as Team Lead – Menstrual Hygiene & Community Empowerment with Chupaal Initiative

In this role, I led the planning, coordination, and implementation of community based interventions focused on gender equality, menstrual health, and youth empowerment. My work centered on creating safe, inclusive, and culturally grounded spaces for girls and young women, using a rights-based and survivor centered approach throughout.

I had the privilege of:

Designed and facilitated menstrual hygiene awareness sessions.
Lead and mentored field teams across schools, hostels, and community spaces.
Coordinated with educators, community stakeholders, and partner organizations.
Managed logistics, documentation, beneficiary coordination, and ethical engagement.
Supported monitoring & evaluation, and reporting for accountability and impact.

Impact highlights:

✨ Reached 500+ girls through menstrual hygiene education and kit distribution in Gujrat
✨ Helped reduce menstrual stigma by encouraging open dialogue and practical learning
✨ Strengthened team capacity through hands on supervision and mentoring
✨ Ensured timely, ethical, and impactful program delivery aligned with Chupaal’s mission

This experience reinforced my belief that community empowerment is most effective when care, dignity, and accountability are built into every step. Grateful to the team, our partner, and communities who made this work meaningful.


SocialImpact

I had the privilege of conducting a session with young girls on menstrual hygiene, dignity, and the rights every woman deserves.

In a society where women are still mistreated, shamed, and even harassed for a natural biological process, from everyday stigma to incidents like Mahwari Mela backlash, empowering girls with knowledge becomes a form of resistance and healing.

Through open conversation, education, and collective reflection, we reminded each other that “periods are not a taboo”, they are a sign of health, strength, and womanhood.

Grateful for the courage these girls showed by asking questions, breaking silence, and choosing awareness over fear.
Let’s continue building a society where no girl is shamed for her body, and where menstrual health is treated with the importance it deserves.

🌍 Climate Change and Women in Pakistan: The Hidden Impact 🌾

In Pakistan, climate change disproportionately affects women, deepening existing inequalities. From agriculture to health, women bear the brunt of climate impacts. As primary caregivers and contributors to household economies, they face increased workloads, health risks, and social vulnerabilities.

👩‍🌾 Agriculture: Irregular rainfall and droughts threaten livelihoods, while water scarcity forces women to travel further, affecting their time and health.

💧 Health: Extreme heat, malnutrition, and waterborne diseases hit women hardest, especially those caring for families.

🏠 Workload: Resource scarcity adds stress, and migration due to climate disasters pushes women into even more challenging roles.

⚖️ Inequality: Limited access to resources and decision-making power hampers women's ability to adapt.

🛑 Violence: Displacement increases the risk of gender-based violence and exploitation.

🚨 Disasters: Women are more vulnerable during natural disasters, with their caregiving roles and limited mobility.

🔗 It's time to prioritize gender-sensitive climate policies and include women's voices in adaptation strategies.

Elevate Your Future with the Women Leadership Program by Chupaal Project.
Are you a woman in Pakistan eager to enhance your skills, expand your network, and advance your career? Look no further!

Unlock Your Potential
Our Leadership Program offers a unique opportunity for aspiring women leaders to receive personalized guidance, valuable insights, and hands-on experience in environmental education and advocacy.
Over 6 weeks, engage in a structured curriculum led by experienced mentors. Gain expertise in social media management, blog writing, CV development, and career exploration.
Build confidence and achieve both personal and professional growth.

Program Benefits:
Leadership Development: Learn to lead yourself and your community.
Initiative: Cultivate the drive to take action.
Online Learning and Earning: Discover new opportunities in the digital realm.
Professional Understanding: Master the digital world.
Growth: Experience comprehensive personal and professional development.
Networking: Connect with leading women in Pakistan.
Certification: Receive a certificate upon successful completion.

Program Structure:
Modules:
Leadership Skills
Key Skills
Digital Literacy
Professional Development
Networking

Duration: 6 Weeks
Classes: Weekends ( Saturday and Sunday)
Location: Online
Time Commitment: 5 hours per week

Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit: 14 - 25 years
Citizenship: Pakistan
Interest: Genuine interest in Leadership Training
Encouragement: Girls from rular area are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
Complete the Application Form: Provide accurate information and thoughtful answers.

Submit Required Documents: Include your CV/resume or portfolio.

Application Review: Our team will assess your eligibility and suitability.

Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Acceptance: Successful applicants will be notified via email.

Program Enrollment: Receive further instructions on enrollment and next steps.

Apply Now: Scan the Q-R code to get the link.
Deadline: 15th July 2024

For more information, feel free to contact us at [email protected].
Phone: 03066207289

Let's evolve together. Empower, lead, and inspire!

A well spent day with the future leaders.
Ashiana School Visit

A Saminar About the Importance of Books at University of Gujrat by Reader's Club

Topic : Importance of Books for the Entrepreneurs

PLP Team Participated in the Event and Share their Book Reading Experience With the Students

About the Session :
Books are your silent mentors who quietly speak volumes to you. Books guide you in the darkness of life. Books don’t make you knowledgable, they make you enlightened. Knowledge is secondary, enlightenment is a gift. The only gift in the world that you claim yourself and don’t have to wait for anyone to give you.

UNICEF provides access to over 140 free online courses.
The most interesting aspect is that students from all over the world will participate in these courses in their native language, which includes Arabic, English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and Portuguese.
You will not be charged any fees by UNICEF. UNICEF can also provide you with a certificate of completion of the course, which you will use in your CV.
There are no course restrictions; you can join in as many as you choose and receive a certificate for each one.
No deadlines
Self-directed
Digital Certificates
Access to a course from any part of world
Online Course

Link in the Comment Section

Topic : How University Shape Student's Personality

About the Guest :
Dr. Muhammad Zubair Associate Professor in Analytical Chemistry
Earned PhD from University of Agriculture Faisalabad in Feb 2012 through award of indigenous scholarship of HEC. Research Preference Food and Environmental Analysis. He has Published 50 Research Articles with IF 155, 25 International Book Chapter in well renowned publishers Elsevier Springer, Willey. He got 05 international travel Travel grants awards to peasant research in international conferences and Awarded two mini-grants from American Chemical Society in 2021. He also Worked as principal investigators in 02 research projects of HEC
He is alao Reviewer of the HEC research projects. He is a Member of Food Committee of the university of gujrat, member of cricket team selection committee of UOG & Departmental Sports coordinator

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Topic : Research in Universities

About the Guest :
Prof.Dr.Huma Shah is a Managing Director of Global Trainer Academy. She is a Mental Health Trainer, Counsellor and International Academic Consultant of pathology. Youngest Researcher and Awardee of several National and international Organization's Awards.

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