Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH)

Joined October 2017
A central bank’s commitment to workplace equality can set the standard for the entire financial sector. Federal Ombudsperson Ms. Fauzia Viqar met with the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Mr Jameel Ahmad, to advance safer, fairer workplaces across the banking sector.
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Large financial institutions employ women across their branches, including outsourced and contract staff who may face gaps in workplace protection. Ms Fauzia Viqar met with HBL CHR Officer Mr Javed Nasir to discuss strengthening workplace harassment redressal.
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Harassment in higher education institutions is a serious concern, as the academic setting involves hierarchies and dependencies that can leave complainants vulnerable. FOSPAH's awareness session at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) in collaboration with SHARP Women.
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📢 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 | FOSPAH (BATCH 3) Apply Now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… 📧 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Email at [email protected] #Fospah
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Federal Ombudsperson Ms. Fauzia Viqar delivered a lecture on Workplace Harassment & Human Rights to Probationary Officers of the Postal Group attending the 35th Specialized Training Program (STP) at the ECO Postal Staff College, Islamabad. #fospah
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The IOI, the global network of Ombudsman institutions, held the first meeting of its AI Working Group. The meeting focused on developing a shared agenda among Ombudsman institutions on the potential and responsible use of AI, particularly in complaint filing, processing.
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Fair and credible redressal of workplace harassment depends on how Inquiry Committees handle complaints. To strengthen this capacity, FOSPAH held a specialized training bringing together 15 participants from PEMRA, PPRA, Helping Hands for Humanity, Skill Gate, FW & Nayatel.
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As women's participation in the workforce continues to grow, ensuring workplaces where dignity, equality, and respect prevail has become more important than ever. Ms. Fauzia Viqar, delivered a keynote address at a seminar organised by Faysal Bank Limited (Learning & Development).
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FOSPAH and the GIZ-WE Project, partners under an MoU signed in June 2025. The partnership was celebrated at GIZ- GRM closing ceremonies in Lahore & Karachi, attended by Federal Ombudsperson Ms. Fauzia Viqar and FOSPAH Officials, alongside CARE international.
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A harassment-free workplace is the foundation of women's economic participation and a dignified society. #FOSPAH held a meeting with officials of the NADRA to discuss FOSPAH’s statutory mandate and potential areas of institutional collaboration.
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Gender equality is not a one-time commitment. It requires continued awareness and action. FOSPAH and Bestsellers United China Ltd. Pakistan re-affirmed this commitment through workplace awareness on harassment at the factory floor. #FOSPAH #EndGBD
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WE'RE HIRING! FOSPAH’s Regional Office, Peshawar, is looking for a dedicated legal intern to join our team for a 3-month internship, with the potential for extension based on performance. Deadline: 04th October 2026. Apply Here: forms.gle/Vh5fNJCN9eaaEoX66 #FOSPAH #Hiring
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FOSPAH held an online webinar with OIC member states on "Status of Women in OICOA Member States: Addressing Harassment and Discrimination Against Women at the Workplace: A Case Study from Pakistan", bringing Pakistan's experience into a wider conversation on protecting women.
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Effective Inquiry Committees are central to a fair and informed harassment complaint process. FOSPAH conducted a specialized training session for 25 members of Inquiry Committees, focusing on the procedures and their effective functioning of harassment complaint mechanism.
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FOSPAH's Nationwide Art Competition 2026 is Back! Minorities and transgender individuals are highly encouraged to participate. Apply Here: forms.gle/51scNEkaMmjmpDMy7 Read the Submission Info Guide for more details: drive.google.com/file/d/15BF… #FOSPAH
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FOSPAH is hiring a Media Intern to join our Media & Outreach team in Islamabad! This is a paid internship, extendable based on performance. Women, minorities, and transgender individuals are encouraged to apply. 📍 Location: Islamabad 📩 Apply now: forms.gle/SYMqnuBWCMzdYmvj7
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FOSPAH’s Head Office, Islamabad, is looking for dedicated legal interns to join our team for a 3-month internship, with the potential for extension based on performance. Application Deadline: 30th September 2026. Application Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #FOSPAH #Hiring
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿! FOSPAH presents “𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗱𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻” a special podcast featuring Honourable Federal Ombudsperson Ms. Fauzia Viqar answering your questions. #FOSPAH #AskTheOmbudsperson #MahnoorOmer
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Honourable Ms. Fauzia Viqar met with the Federal Ombudsman of Pakistan, Mr. Naveed Kamran Baloch, at #FOSPAH HO, Islamabad. Discussions cenetered on avenues for collective advocacy to strengthen Ombudsman institutions & best practices to improve service delivery for citizens.
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Creating workplaces where individuals feel safe to speak up starts with open, honest conversation. #FOSPAH RO Quetta held awareness session on workplace harassment at the Pakistan Engineering Council, for a discussion on the realities of harassment in professional spaces.
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