{"id":62582,"date":"2024-02-21T02:48:04","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T02:48:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/first-lady-advocates-education-women-empowerment-pakistan-observer\/"},"modified":"2024-02-21T02:48:04","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T02:48:04","slug":"first-lady-advocates-education-women-empowerment-pakistan-observer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/first-lady-advocates-education-women-empowerment-pakistan-observer\/","title":{"rendered":"First Lady advocates education, women empowerment &#8211; Pakistan Observer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tts-play-button data-id=\"2\" class=\"tts_play_button\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>First Lady, Samina Alvi on Tuesday underscored the invaluable contributions of teachers and the imperative need for their recognition in shaping the future of nation.\u00a0 Addressing the Teachers Appreciation Ceremony of Behbud Girls College and Higher Secondary School, she lauded Behbud Association for their dedication to recognising and appreciating the hard work of teachers.\u00a0\u00a0 She emphasised the vital role, teachers play in shaping the future of their students and commended the organisation for championing the cause of women empowerment through education.<\/p>\n<p>The first lady stressed the importance of teachers focusing on critical thinking, IT skills, and communication skills in children.\u00a0\u00a0 In a society increasingly reliant on these skills, she underscored the need for character building and instilling values to foster civilised and compassionate citizens.\u00a0 Expressing concern over the educational landscape, the first lady asserted, \u201cTeachers are the backbone of our schools, working tirelessly to mould children into constructive contributors to society.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0 She highlighted the transformative power of education and emphasised that change in society is achievable through effective education.\u00a0\u00a0 She expressed sorrow over the fact that 10 million children were out of school in the country.<\/p>\n<p>Diving deeper into the education discourse, the first lady drew attention to the critical role of mothers in laying the foundation for a childs education.\u00a0 She stated, \u201cAn educated mother is a strong pillar of a strong society,\u201d adding half of the population in Pakistan comprised women.\u00a0 She lamented the high illiteracy rates in Pakistan, especially among female children, owing to a male-dominated society, stressing the need for a paradigm shift.<\/p>\n<p>In a poignant revelation, the first lady shed light on the challenges faced by women in remote areas, deprived of educational opportunities due to various constraints.\u00a0\u00a0 She passionately advocated for the empowerment of women, recognising them as indispensable for a progressive society.\u00a0\u00a0 She referenced the World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report, ranking Pakistan 145 out of 146 countries, underscoring the urgency for change.<\/p>\n<p>The first lady concluded her address by sharing her dedication to various social issues, including breast cancer awareness, mental health, and stress management.\u00a0\u00a0 She highlighted the scarcity of psychiatrists in Pakistan and the stigma surrounding mental health, calling for increased awareness.\u00a0\u00a0 Additionally, she expressed her commitment to facilitating differently-abled citizens and empowering women and girls in Pakistan.<\/p>\n<p>In closing remarks, the first lady expressed gratitude to the media persons for their pivotal role in creating awareness on these crucial issues and educating the masses.\u00a0\u00a0 The ceremony concluded with the distribution of certificates and gifts to teachers and students who had displayed exceptional performance, underscoring the importance of recognising and rewarding excellence in education.<\/p>\n<p><!-- AI CONTENT END 2 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