The Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH) a member institution of OIC ombudsman association conducted an awareness and sensitization session at the National Defence University, Islamabad, emphasizing that harassment is not an individual burden but a collective institutional challenge that requires safe, inclusive, and rights-based workplaces.
Addressing the session, the Hon’ble Ombudsperson, Fauzia Viqar, highlighted that the law against harassment is not merely a procedural framework but a promise of dignity and protection. She underscored the evolving legal landscape aimed at safeguarding individuals against harassment and gender-based discrimination, and stressed the responsibility of institutions to ensure effective implementation of these protections.
The session further featured a detailed presentation by FOSPAH’s Law Officer, Mohsin Sheikh, who explained the complaint mechanisms under the relevant legal framework. He elaborated on inquiry procedures, institutional responsibilities, and the critical importance of reporting harassment as the first and most essential step toward accountability and justice.
The interactive session encouraged open dialogue, reinforced institutional accountability, and reaffirmed FOSPAH’s commitment to promoting awareness, strengthening complaint redressal mechanisms, and fostering workplaces grounded in dignity, equality, and respect.
