Islamabad: Pakistan has some of the most exemplary women leaders working in diverse sectors from agriculture to health to technology, making their mark in national and international front and contributing to Pakistan’s development. As part of International Women’s Day, we look at 10 Pakistani women who are a role model for millions and are inspiring a generation of girls all around the world.
1. Dr Sania Nishtar – health and development leader
Dr Sania Nishtar
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Dr Sania Nishtar, who is currently serving as Special Assistant of Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection, is described as a passionate leader who “has a deep understanding of her field of work”. As a leader in global health and development, Dr Nishtar is spearheading the government’s flagship social protection programme, Ehsaas, improving the livelihoods of millions of Pakistanis and supporting women empowerment. Dr Nishtar has dedicated her efforts to reduce the widening gap between the rich and the poor, to protect the country’s most vulnerable population and to improve health systems in Pakistan. She has a PhD from King’s College London and has won several national and international accolades.