ISLAMABAD: Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace, Ms. Fouzia Viqar, called on the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) at the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday. The meeting focused on matters relating to gender-responsive justice, workplace dignity, and institutional mechanisms for protection against harassment.
Discussion on Institutional Coordination
During the meeting, the Ombudsperson briefed the Chief Justice on the role and mandate of her office in ensuring safer and more inclusive working environments in both public and private sector institutions. The two sides also discussed strengthening institutional coordination for effective implementation of laws related to workplace harassment, promoting awareness about legal remedies available to victims, and enhancing institutional responsiveness towards vulnerable and marginalized segments of society.
Judiciary's Commitment to Equality
The Chief Justice of Pakistan reiterated the judiciary's commitment to the constitutional values of equality, dignity, and non-discrimination, emphasizing the importance of safe, respectful, and inclusive professional environments within institutions. Ms. Fouzia Viqar appreciated the judiciary's reform-oriented initiatives and its continued engagement on issues relating to gender-sensitive justice and institutional inclusivity.
The meeting formed part of the apex court's broader engagement with statutory bodies and stakeholders aimed at advancing citizen-centric and gender-inclusive justice sector reforms.
