PESHAWAR, Mar 04 (APP):The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), in collaboration with the KP Commission on the Status of Women and United Nations (UN) Women Pakistan on Wednesday officially launched the KP Women Empowerment Policy (2026–2030), marking a significant milestone toward gender equality and inclusive development in the province.
The policy was unveiled at a ceremony in Peshawar, attended by government officials, development partners, civil society representatives, and women representatives.
Speaking on the occasion, Aftab Alam, Minister for Law, said the Women Empowerment Policy (2026–2030) is not merely a policy document but a firm commitment of the provincial government to safeguard women’s rights, dignity, and equal opportunities. He emphasized that the government is determined to strengthen legislation and ensure effective institutional coordination to translate the policy into tangible outcomes.
He added that empowering women is crucial for sustainable development and social progress, and the government would take all necessary measures to create a safe, inclusive, and enabling environment for women across all sectors.
Chairperson KP Commission on the Status of Women, Dr. Sumera Shams, highlighted that effective implementation, institutional alignment, and continuous monitoring are critical to the success of the policy.
She said the framework reflects the vision of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) for an inclusive society where women are equal partners in development.
She noted that the policy sets clear priorities and actionable measures to address gender disparities, promote women’s participation in decision-making, and ensure access to education, health, justice, and economic opportunities.
The Khaber Pakhtoonkhwa Women Empowerment Policy (2026–2030) aims to mainstream gender equality across governance structures and development planning, reaffirming the province’s commitment to women’s empowerment and social justice.