Standard Chartered Bank, under its Diversity & Inclusion platform, joined hands with the British Deputy High Commission to host a panel discussion titled "Celebrating Pakistani women: the importance of diversity for business growth" at the British Deputy High Commission, Karachi.
The panellists included: Shazad Dada, CEO Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan, Ms. Spenta Kandawala, Board of Director SCB Pakistan, Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan, Ms. Shazia Syed, Chairperson Unilever Pakistan and Ms. Hajra Khan, Captain of the Pakistan's Women Football Team. The participants engaged in a discussion which highlighted contribution of women and to recognise challenges women face around the world.
Commenting on the discussion, Mr. Shazad Dada, Chief Executive, Standard Chartered Pakistan said that at Standard Chartered, we strive to be a market leader in the Diversity & Inclusion space by helping women realise their full potential through personal development and supportive workplace practices. In Pakistan I am proud that 25 per cent of our workforce are women and growing, he said.
"We not only value the contribution of our female workforce, but remain committed to be 'Here for good' in the communities where we operate, supporting and furthering the role of women in Pakistan", he added.
The British Deputy High Commissioner, John Tucknott MBE said that promoting the rights of women are at the centre of the UK Government's human rights work. By supporting projects that tackle violence against women, work to ensure equal representation of women in political and public life, and challenge discriminatory laws and practices, we make a difference for women and girls globally.
In his Women's Day message earlier this month, the UK Foreign Secretary stressed the crucial role played by women in resolving conflict and rebuilding societies. He also said on his recent visit to Islamabad that it was a privilege to meet Oscar winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, who has challenged taboos on so-called honour killings in Pakistan."-PR
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