Dr. Seema Manzoor

Dr. Seema Manzoor

Dr. Seema Manzoor is an Assistant Professor at the Centre of Excellence for Women’s Studies, University of Karachi, with over 13 years of experience in teaching, research, and feminist pedagogy. Her academic work is deeply rooted in gender justice, with a strong focus on sexual and reproductive health (SRH), bodily autonomy, and the socio-cultural frameworks that shape women’s health outcomes in Pakistan. Holding a PhD and recognized for academic excellence throughout her career, Dr. Manzoor brings a critical, rights-based lens to conversations around menstruation, reproductive well-being, and women’s access to informed healthcare

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Society Suite

Between Sisters: Messy Months and Mighty Women

Baithak

Dr. Asma Manzoor analyzes the nexus between gender and hygiene, shedding light on how gaps in sanitation infrastructure and hygiene access disproportionately affect women’s safety. She underscores how these systemic shortcomings translate into increased risks of harassment, violence, and exclusion in both public and private spaces.