Federal Minister for Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, in his closing remarks at the National Consultation on Pakistan’s Gender Parity Framework, commended the collaborative efforts of provinces, regions, development partners, civil society, and academia in building consensus on a unified reporting mechanism for Gender Parity Reporting (GPR). The consultation process was organized by National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW).
Over the course of two days, provinces and regions shared their indicators and reports, providing a comprehensive picture of provincial capacity and commitment. The exercise allowed stakeholders to refine a standardized mechanism for provincial parity reporting, with valuable contributions from academics, experts, and civil society.
“This consultation has not only gathered diverse voices, it has aligned them around a shared purpose,” the Minister stated. “What we now see is the foundation of a framework for reporting that is leaner, comparable, and capable of becoming Pakistan’s national benchmark for gender parity.”
The Minister emphasized that the National Gender Parity Framework is not a catalogue or a wish list, but a reporting mechanism—a tool for comparability across provinces and across years. “While international data often places Pakistan in an unfavorable position, this is largely due to gaps in data collection and reporting. Through this framework, we will generate credible and consistent data that presents a more accurate picture of the progress Pakistan is making,” he added.
“As Minister for Human Rights, I fully endorse this effort. It fulfills our constitutional duty and advances our international commitments. More importantly, it strengthens our capacity to design policies that close the gaps women face in education, health, work, and leadership,” he said.
Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar reaffirmed the Prime Minister’s commitment to advancing women’s rights and equal participation in all spheres of life. He assured that the Ministry of Human Rights will fully support integrating the Framework into laws, policies and institutions, noting that with unity of purpose it can become a turning point by closing gender gaps and shaping a future where equality is lived.
