Dr Shahida Memon

            In Pakistan, numerous acts and bills have been passed to protect domestic workers. Notable among these are the Punjab Domestic Workers Act 2019 and the pending Domestic Worker Bill 2021 in the National Assembly. These laws aim to regulate employment, working hours, wages, leaves, and other benefits for domestic workers.      According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), there are about 8.5 million domestic workers in Pakistan, with the majority being women and young girls. However, due to the unregistered nature of this work and the lack of written contracts, the actual number may be higher.                The Unseen Backbone of Households Domestic workers, predominantly women, play a crucial role in many households by performing tasks such as cleaning, washing clothes, dishes, and looking after children or the elderly. Despite their importance, this is often the...

  Every year on May 28 is observed as Menstrual hygiene Management day through out world .      The Theme for 2024 is # Period friendly world      the aim is to spread awareness among communities regarding self hygiene & Manage periods according to standard protocols as use of material which can collect & absorb menstrual blood with the availability of Water & Soap and place where the women can change pad in Privacy when ever necessary and can dispose the used pads.                            Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters Menstrual hygiene is crucial for the health and dignity of women and girls. Yet, in many countries, including Pakistan, discussing menstruation is still considered taboo due to social norms, cultural issues, and gender inequity. This silence leads to misinformation and poor hygiene practices.            ...

                                  INTRODUCTION       "Did you know that housewives work an average of 16 hours a day without any breaks or pay? In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the immense contributions of these unsung heroes."                         DAILY ROUTINE OF A MIDDLE CLASS HOUSEWIFE   The day of house wife Yasmeen starts early in  morning when every one is sleeping she after offering Sala starts making Breakfast, along with calling children to wake at the same time she helps them in preparation for school ,helping to take break fast with attention given to elders with providing them early morning Tea ,helping husband for going to work. At one time she is doing multiple tasks.     After all sh...

The Decoration on Engagement Ceremony In Pakistan      Islam is a religion of modesty &Simplicity as Muhammad SA (PBU) narrated the best wedding is that upon which least trouble & Expense is bestowed (Mishkat). In Islam, the journey towards marriage begins with the concept of engagement, known as Khitbah in Arabic. This pivotal step marks the commitment between a man and a woman as they prepare to enter into the sacred union of marriage.  TRADITIONAL PROPOSAL ETIQUETTE The Islamic tradition emphasizes the importance of sending proposals through families or trusted intermediaries. This ensures a respectful and honorable approach to initiating the engagement process. EMBRACING PRE-MARITAL COMPATIBILITY Before the engagement is formalized, it is encouraged (Mustahib) for the prospective partners to see each other according to Islam where the man is allowed to see face & Forehands of proposed woman . as it will define her beauty .This looking should...