90% of Women In Pakistan Face Some Form of Violence
There is concern around the world about women’s rights, especially in developing countries, where women face severe difficulties.
According to a recent United Nations report, one in four countries in 2024 made women’s rights more difficult.
The number of women living in conflict-affected areas has increased by 50% in the past decade.
Women who speak out for their rights face murder, torture and threats.
Pakistan is one of the worst countries for women. According to the 2024 Gender Gap Index, Pakistan is ranked second worst in the world, where women face severe obstacles in accessing justice.
According to the SSDO report, 90% of women in Pakistan face violence at some stage of their lives.
In 2024, 5,339 rape cases were reported, but the actual number could be double that as most cases go unreported.
Women in Pakistan face challenges in both their workplace and domestic lives. Issues such as harassment on the streets, discrimination in the workplace, and male dominance are major obstacles to women’s advancement.
If the government does not take immediate action, Pakistan will remain among the worst countries in the world in terms of gender equality in 2025.
Effective legislation and changes in social attitudes are needed to ensure the protection of women’s rights.
