Discover the untold story of Sindhyani Tahreek, a powerful grassroot women’s movement that influenced the landscape of gender and empowerment in Pakistan and South Asia. This thought-provoking panel will connect history, activism, and scholarship, offering fresh insights into peasant women struggles and their relevance today. The conversation will trace its historical roots, socio-political impact, and its role in shaping women empowerment thought. The discussion will situate the movement within broader South Asian gender and feminist discourses and offer comparative insights on political movements and women’s rights in Pakistan.
Moderates:
Abira Ashfaq (Associate Professor of Practice, Social Development and Policy)
Amjad Ali (Library Team member)
Panelists
Dr. Qasim Sodhar
Assistant Professor, Writer and Researcher. Chairman-In-Charge Department of History and Pakistan Studies, Aror University of Art, Architecture, Design and Heritage, Sukkur.
Ms. Umrah Samo (Central president, founding member of Sindhyani Tahreek since 1982)
Venue: Tariq Rafi Lecture Theatre
Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
Timings: 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm
