Ombudsperson Punjab Addresses Seminar on Women’s Workplace Protection in Faisalabad
The Ombudsperson Punjab, Dr. Najma Afzal Khan, a member institution of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Ombudsman Association (OICOA), participated in a seminar held at the Ayub Agriculture Research Institute (AARI), Faisalabad, focusing on the protection of women against workplace harassment.
During her address, Dr. Khan highlighted the importance of ensuring safe, respectful, and inclusive working environments for women across all sectors. She emphasized a zero-tolerance approach toward workplace harassment and called for strict adherence to legal frameworks designed to protect women.
She also underscored the legal rights of working women under The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010 (as amended in 2012), stressing the need for awareness and effective implementation of the law.
Dr. Khan encouraged institutions to establish strong internal mechanisms, promote awareness, and foster a culture of respect and dignity in workplaces to safeguard female employees.
The seminar provided an important platform for dialogue on gender equality and workplace safety, reinforcing the role of institutions in ensuring justice, accountability, and protection of fundamental rights.
This initiative reflects the commitment of the Ombudsperson Punjab to advancing women’s rights and promoting safe work environments, in line with OICOA’s mission to support good governance and the protection of citizens’ rights.
