Peshawar (27.10.2026) – Dr. Humera Ambareen, an academic, researcher, and social activist, has been selected for the Pakistan Women Leaders Project Leadership Boot Camp, joining a distinguished group of women leaders chosen from across the country.
More than 8,000 women from 57 districts across Pakistan applied for the initiative, making her selection a recognition of her leadership potential, professional commitment, and contributions to women’s empowerment and community development.
Dr. Ambareen is the Founding President of the Kurram Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KWCCI), where she works to promote women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, and greater participation in business. She is also the Founder and Chairperson of She Leads Welfare Organization, which focuses on women’s welfare, social awareness, community development, and empowerment.
With a strong background in academia and research, Dr. Ambareen has served as Chairperson of the Department of International Relations at Kohat University of Science and Technology and as a faculty member at the University of Peshawar. She is currently serving as a Research Officer at the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad, contributing to research on regional and international affairs.
Her academic and research interests include international relations, regional security, conflict resolution, human rights, and peacebuilding. Her PhD research examines peacebuilding in District Kurram, particularly the role of non-governmental organizations, civil society, and the traditional Jirga system in promoting sustainable peace.
Dr. Ambareen holds an MPhil and a Master’s degree in International Relations, an MSc in Economics, and a Master’s degree in Education. Her multidisciplinary academic background complements her work in research, institutional leadership, and community development.
As part of the Pakistan Women Leaders Project, she will participate in a district-level leadership boot camp alongside other selected women leaders. The programme aims to strengthen women’s leadership capacities and support their participation in community affairs and public life.
Dr. Ambareen’s selection highlights her continued efforts to expand opportunities for women, promote economic inclusion, strengthen community institutions, and advance social development. Through her academic work and grassroots initiatives, she remains committed to fostering a more inclusive and empowered society, particularly for women in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and District Kurram.
