“Reclaiming myself … walking back to my “asal” … being my authentic self.. all were facets of the biggest challenge I faced: when I walked out of my 17 year old marriage with two very young kids. Having no family around, zero bank balance, and no alimony or spousal support, I had to make a conscious effort everyday to stay positive and not let this experience ruin my spirit.” Today’s woman dreamer, Anmara Nawaz Khan is a scientist and classical musician. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, she reflects on her journey in academia, discovering her passion for music, and how she navigated the obstacles she faced along the way. Embracing a “bring it on” and “I am ready for a challenge” mindset, this is a story of inspiration and resilience, and we are honored to share Anmara’s journey!
Read More“I am part of a community where girls traditionally live lives defined by boundaries. Now my aim is to encourage more generations of amazing children. I need to empower every girl in my community.” Today’s dreamer is Madiha Naz Jakhro, Pakistan’s FIFA World Cup representative and a trailblazer for girls’ right to play sports in her country. While maintaining an incredibly successful football career, Jakhro also founded the Al-Mehran Women Academy in Thatta, Pakistan. She hopes to pioneer a culture where sports are inculcated in women at a young age, and the academy is a stepping stone towards that. She’s also the head coach at Right to Play, an organization that emphasizes the importance of sports and play in childhood development. Read her take on why playing sports is about more than just the game!
Read More“Growing up in a rural area where girls' education was not widely encouraged, my journey to becoming an Academic Writer and Educator was far from conventional.” Today’s woman dreamer, Irum Kousar is an academic writer and educator based in Pakistan, with a passion for educating and empowering women. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Irum was determined to pursue education and academia. She shares her unconventional and persistant journey, her mission to educate young girls, and her education methodology. She writes, “Education is a transformative force that can break through barriers and create opportunities. Education is a tool that empowers individuals to shape their destinies, and by embodying this belief, you'll inspire your students to believe the same.”
Read More“The only advice I have for parents like myself who find themselves completely surrounded by ravines of bad luck and ill fate is that never ever give up. Stay calm and resilient, because when life knocks you down so many times, it ought to make you numb to pain, then why feel scared of the intensity. Lets the waves of life crash against your calm soul, to help you remain centered for everyone who depends on you..” Monisha Hatkar is an architect, entrepreneur, and single mother of two. Her eldest daughter, Keya, was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, a rare, terminal, progressive neuromuscular genetic disorder. In her interview with Women Who Win, she spoke with us about being a single mom with a specially-abled child and founded a food startup that helped both her family and others. We are excited to share her story!
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