Written By: Rehan Botejue
February 12th, 4:30PM-8:00PM
Women in Pakistani society have traditionally encountered varying degrees of discrimination: a lack of emphasis on education and very few platforms that facilitate open exchange of ideas have enabled stereotypical attitudes that don’t belong in a progressive nation. Now, more than ever, the role models in our society that have subverted these existing paradigms can serve as examples to motivate change.
In celebration of Pakistan Women’s Day, Focus PK brings us Women in Focus – a valuable networking event for professionals with an impressive line up of female speakers. Focus PK is a recurring Production and Entertainment Conference, involved with Film, TV, Theater, Radio, Print & Digital Media: they provide professionals and students alike with a wealth of knowledge and insights into the entertainment industry, as well as exclusive access to leaders in various sectors of the industry.
Taking place in the historic Sindh Governor House, this ‘TedTalk’ style conference will feature successful Pakistani Women detailing the personal journeys that led them to where they are now. The event is a ladies meet & greet, with notable inspirational speakers working across the broad scope of media fields. The event ultimately aims to inspire future generations of women in Pakistan to encourage each other, take the initiative and play by their own rules.
You can check out the event on Facebook here.
Hosts: Mrs. Reema Ismail & Ms. Atiqa Odho
Inspirational Speakers at the event are:
Ms. Seema Jaffer – CEO Bond Advertising
Ms. Shazia Syed – CEO Unilever Pakistan
Dr. Zeelaf Munir – CEO EBM
Ms. Seema Taher Khan – CEO TVOne
Ms. Haseena Moin – Senior Playwright
Ms. Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy – CEO SOC Films
Ms. Shamaeel Ansari – CEO House of Shamaeel
Ms. Saira Kazmi – Former PTV Producer / Director
Ms. Nina Lotia – CEO Nina Lotia Salon
Ms. Amena Khan – CEO Dream Team Films
