Three Pakistani activists working on the rights of marginalized groups were part of an advocacy workshop in Nepal that saw participation from youth from eight countries.
The participants of the workshop learned about cyber security, theatre for advocacy, creating impactful interventions, campaigning, and communication techniques to work more promptly for positive and sustainable change in society.
Joshua Dilawaris, Naina Samson, and Zargoona Wadood presented their reports at the training organised by International Youth Advocacy Training Institute in Kathmandu.
Joshua Dilawaris shared his findings on the current situation in Pakistan regarding gender equality and reproductive health. He said efforts were afoot to to create employment opportunities for the differently-abled peoples.
Zargoona, a disability rights activist from Quetta, talked about the discrimination that differently-abled people face. She highlighted the need to take steps for more inclusive opportunities for them.
Minority rights activist and a mental health professional Naina Samson elaborated on another key aspect of reproductive health: emotional well-being.