Awards held to celebrate women leaders, achievers
2025-02-27
KARACHI: The remarkable achievements of the country`s most dynamic women across multiple industries were recognised at the 15th LadiesFund Women`s Awards 2025 on Wednesday.
The event held at the Sindh Governor House was attended by distinguished guests, awardees, government officials, corporate leaders and members of the diplomatic community to honour and empower women making a tangible impact in Pakistan and beyond, said a press release issued here.
The lifetime achievement award was presented to Moneeza Hashimi, a renowned media personality and advocate for women`s empowerment.
The visionary awards were given to Roshaneh Zafar, founder of Kashf Foundation, and SarwarPeshimam, co-founder of Shahi Supari, recognising their pioneering contributions in their respective fields.
A key highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Women of Inspiration Awards, where 32 outstanding women, including Meher Jaffri (Acting), Parveen Islam (Education), Shahzadi Rai (Inclusivity), were recognised.
The event also introduced the LadiesFund Breast Cancer Endowment Fund, spearheaded by Sima Kamil and Sana Pirzada, emphasizing the commitment to healthcare initiatives for women, as well as the publishing of a white paper on medical, legal reforms in Pakistan.
A mesmerizing dance performance on `Pasoori` by Sheema Kermani captivated the audience beforethe much-anticipated People`s Choice Awards.
Speaking on the occasion, LadiesFund President Tara Uzra Dawood highlighted ongoing initiatives, including the 10,000 wheelchairs drive, the food rations campaign, and the 2025 water well project in Skardu.
She reaffirmed her organisation`s dedication to empowering women economically, socially, and professionally, emphasising that the movement has now expanded globally with chapters in New York, Barcelona, Kuala Lumpur, Toronto, Washington DC, London, and beyond.
-Dawn Report