The agency UN Women of Pakistan working under United Nation, along with PIA and FOSPAH (Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment) signed an MoU in Islamabad. The Memorandum of Understandings was to strengthen collaboration and promote the safety of women in public places.
“With nearly half of workforce of Pakistan comprising of women, that often feel bared to fully contribute in the society and economic prosperity, due to perceived and real hazards faced during transportation. It is every woman and girl’s right that they are provided with the same opportunity to travel freely and without fear of being harassed.”
Read an official statement
The specific initiative makes Pakistan International Airlines the first in the World to achieve such an initiative under the banner of the UN. The public pledge and the implementation of the plan will create a safer work and travel environment for women. PIA is the first corporate sector organization of Pakistan to champion this initiative with the United Nations.
Making the vision a reality PIA plays its part along with Federal Ombudsperson and UN’s initiative to prevent harassment. Full implementation of the Penal Code 509 of Pakistan along with the Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act will be implied. PIA and UN Women will cater to create awareness about a safe travel environment for all women. This includes the women in the aircrew, PIA guests, airports, offices or during flights.
