Mariyam Nawaz

Mariyam Nawaz is a communications specialist with almost two decades of work experience in the UN across Asia and Pacific. She is a champion of women's rights and empowerment and have produced various campaigns on women and girls that reached millions of people.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Film

Saturday 1st Feb

Salma Q & A with Dr. Luay Shabaneh, UNFPA representative

Location: Hall 2 Salma, a UNFPA original film, follows the life and dream of a young girl from a rural background who is married at a very early age. The film shows her struggle with the weight of her marital responsibility and with the loss of her dreams. She has to forgo her education and any chances she had choosing her destiny. While her older husband tries to make a go of the marriage, social pressures, inherent biases and cultural stigma force them into decisions that they are not ready for.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Panel

Saturday 1st Feb

The Hidden Half-UNFPA

Location: Hall 2 Join Dr.Luay Shabaneh and Dr. Durre Nayab to explore the hidden economic value of women's unpaid work in Pakistan. From household chores to caregiving, these invisible tasks sustain the economy but limit women's access to paid employment. Dr Luay highlights how this makes for missed opportunities for women and girls as Dr. Nayab reveals how quantifying this labour highlights gender disparities and the need for inclusive policies. Discover how recognizing this contribution can drive gender equity and build a more balanced labour market.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bites

Sunday 2nd Feb

Let's End Digital Violence

Location: Hall 2 Learn about safety in digital spaces with Mariam Nawaz of UNFPA. Just like walking down the street in the real world, we need to be safe in the virtual world. Having your image taken, manipulated and shared without permission is a violation of privacy, dignity, autonomy and can be a devastating experience. The feelings of fear, anxiety, loss of self-esteem and sense of powerlessness are real and enduring. And it’s women and girls who are more likely to have their images abused online. Join the fight against digital violence. Learn about how to ensure your own safety as well as that of others.