22/06/2026
Mera Ghar-Net successfully organized a comprehensive capacity-building training for Gender Desks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to strengthen institutional responses to gender-based violence (GBV) and advance women’s rights. The program brought together officers, stakeholders, and representatives from various departments for learning, dialogue, and strategic action. Mr. Saleh Muhammad, Director of the KP Social Welfare Department, inaugurated the session by reaffirming the provincial government’s commitment to gender equality and the vital role of Gender Desks in protecting women and girls.
The training covered key areas including a detailed understanding of GBV, debunking myths, and reviewing pro-women legislation in Pakistan. Participants explored the Role and Responsibilities of Gender Desks, addressing challenges like resource constraints and coordination gaps while learning best practices. Sessions also highlighted the State’s Responsibility for women’s participation, prevention, and protection, with insights from institutions such as NCHR, KPCSW, and others, followed by practical guidance on Ensuring Access to Justice through survivor-centered approaches.
The program concluded on a motivating note, with participants expressing renewed commitment and enhanced capabilities to combat GBV. This initiative by Mera Ghar-Net marks a significant step toward institutional strengthening and responsive governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, promoting safer communities where women’s safety, dignity, and rights are prioritized.
