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Catholic Women's Organization Catholic Women’s Organization is a non-profit organization, established by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Pakistan.

Catholic Women’s Organization (CWO) was established by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Pakistan. Bishops took this initiative with very good intention to see Catholic women of Pakistan successful with leadership qualities refer to enhanced social standing derived from improved economic status. Many civil society organizations are working on issues affecting women’s human rights, but it is obser

ved that not much interest has been taken in addressing the issues faced by the women of minority communities. All the issues that are identified in different reports apply to women from both the majority and minority communities but women from minorities face double discrimination due to poverty and powerlessness. Christian women in Pakistan are among the poorest of the poor. There are many factors that contribute to the worsening plight of women in Pakistan including religious persecution, gender inequality, and poverty. In addition, women are often victims of Islamic laws such as Hudood and Law of Evidence. They further suffer from the misuse of laws and corruption of the judicial system. About Catholic Women’s Organization
A need was felt for a long time of a platform for the Catholic Women in Pakistan. Responding to this need the Pakistan Catholic Bishops Conference (PCBC) discussed and approved this initiative in 2006. The National Commission for Justice and Peace (NCJP) was given the task to facilitate establishing the Catholic Women’s Organization. With the support of PCBC and the guidance of NCJP the Organization (Pakistan Catholic Women’s Organization (CWO)) started its activities in January 2007.

• Coordinators from all seven Catholic Dioceses of Pakistan were recruited and were given training in February 2007.
• Executive body members were nominated by each Diocese to form a National Executive body for PCWO. The first formal meeting of the PCWO Executive Committee was held in June 2007.
• PCWO was registered under the Societies Act 1860 in July 2007.
• PCWO opened the membership at the diocesan and parish level in October 2007. Aims and Objectives of CWO

• Conducting trainings and awareness programs regarding women rights.
• Encouraging women’s participation in all fields of life.
• Providing legal aid to the women victims of Human Rights Violations.
• Advocacy for non-discrimination and rights of working women.
• Initiating capacity building programs/ women’s development. The Challenges
Apart from the longstanding issues of discrimination by and in the state institutions and socio-economic marginalization, it seems that in the next few years the Catholic community together with civil society and minority communities will have to tackle some additional problems inside the community, which include:

• Indulgence of men and women in crimes due to their poor economic and social status
• The circumstances leading to the abuse of personal laws (marriage, inheritance, custody of children)
• Abduction, forced conversion and marriages of minority women
• Erosion of the family life

The Catholic Women’s Organization is proud to share photos from its 19th Annual Board and Staff Meeting held at the Aroo...
01/05/2026

The Catholic Women’s Organization is proud to share photos from its 19th Annual Board and Staff Meeting held at the Arooj-e-Mariam Renewal Center. Executive and Diocesan Board members attended the meeting, where reports from all diocesan offices were presented. The meeting was chaired by His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan, Chairman of the CWO.
We are thankful to you for your insights and guidance for the future.

International Women's Day celebration @ Kot Lakhpat, Lahore
11/03/2026

International Women's Day celebration @ Kot Lakhpat, Lahore

International Women's Day in Multan Diocese. The Chairman, CWO-His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan, Bishop of Multan Dioc...
09/03/2026

International Women's Day in Multan Diocese. The Chairman, CWO-His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan, Bishop of Multan Diocese grace the event with his presence and addressed the participants.

Celebration of International Women's Day at St. Teresa High School, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, by the Catholic Women's Org...
09/03/2026

Celebration of International Women's Day at St. Teresa High School, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, by the Catholic Women's Organization Rawalpindi-Islamabad Diocese

07/03/2026
Celebration of World Children's Day (theme #2025 ) at St. John Boys High School, Youhanabad, Lahore.
21/11/2025

Celebration of World Children's Day (theme #2025 ) at St. John Boys High School, Youhanabad, Lahore.

The Catholic Women’s Organization extends warmest birthday wishes to its Chairperson, His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan...
21/11/2025

The Catholic Women’s Organization extends warmest birthday wishes to its Chairperson, His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan. We pray for his good health and wish him strength and success in fulfilling his responsibilities.
Happiest Birthday, Your Excellency.

Computer education has become an essential part of learning in the twenty-first century, gaining significant importance ...
10/11/2025

Computer education has become an essential part of learning in the twenty-first century, gaining significant importance in modern life. Today, computers are used in nearly every field, making it vital to acquire computer skills.
Computer literacy is increasingly important due to the evolving work environment, as about 95% of workplaces depend on computers.
On November 7, 2025, the Catholic Women’s Organization (CWO) initiated computer classes for students at St. John’s High School and the Youhanabad community. His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan, the Chairman of the CWO, inaugurated the classes with his blessings.
The Catholic Women’s Organization expresses gratitude to God for providing the resources needed to establish these computer classes.
My sincere thanks to our benefactors, supporters, guests, and like-minded individuals who believe in empowerment through education.

The Catholic Women’s Organization organized a medical camp in Rang Pur, Chak No. 5, in the Multan Diocese. This free med...
21/09/2025

The Catholic Women’s Organization organized a medical camp in Rang Pur, Chak No. 5, in the Multan Diocese. This free medical camp served men, women, and children of all ages and ethnic backgrounds.
In addition to medical services, the women received sanitary pads and underwear, which are often overlooked during such distributions. These items were generously donated by the Jacob family, demonstrating their personal commitment to supporting women affected by the flood.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to His Excellency Bishop Yousaf Sohan for his help in organizing this camp. We also want to thank Sr. Shamim Barkat, a member of the Diocesan Board for the Multan Diocese, for her dedicated service to the camp.
Our special thanks go to Dr. Amjad Mazoor from City Hospital Multan for his patience and genuine commitment in providing medical services. Additionally, we appreciate the support of the local priest, Fr. Yousaf Sardar, and the Sisters stationed there.
Last but not least, our deepest appreciation goes to the incredible CWO community of women for their remarkable hospitality.
The Catholic Women’s Organization is grateful to all contributors who helped us organize this successful camp.

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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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