Gender-Based Violence and Mental Health Awareness

Pak-Austria Fachhochschule Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology, Haripur, in collaboration with WHO, organized a seminar titled “World Free of Gender-Based Violence and Making Mental Health Essential for All.”

Key Highlights:

Chief Guest: Dr. Naseer Khan, Project Director, PAF-IAST

Prof. Dr. Azhar Hussain welcomed the participants.

WHO representatives, Dr. Sarwat and Dr. Nauman, shared insights and statistics on progress and awareness.

Dr. Noreen Akhtar debunked myths around Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and its impact on mental health.

Ms. Shagufta Malik, former KPK MPA, shared her journey of creating GBV laws and addressing on-ground challenges.

DPO Haripur, Mr. Farhan Khan, highlighted law enforcement’s role in combating GBV.

Dr. Naseer Khan concluded by reaffirming PAF-IAST’s commitment to zero tolerance for GBV, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Together, let’s break the stigma and build a safer, healthier future!