MARDAN: Women University Mardan welcomed Dr. Nishtha Riaz, the Chief Executive Officer of the Malala Fund, during a visit aimed at discussing collaboration and empowering women in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Dr. Riaz met with Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, the Vice Chancellor, to explore future prospects for enhancing women’s education and leadership opportunities.

During their meeting, Dr. Riaz and Dr. Sultana discussed strategies for improving access to quality education and skill-building initiatives for young women. The dialogue emphasized the importance of creating leadership opportunities in a region striving for gender equality.

Dr. Sultana expressed appreciation for the Malala Fund’s dedication to promoting girls’ education and highlighted the university’s efforts in academic excellence and leadership development. She signaled interest in potential partnerships to further educational and professional opportunities for women.

Dr. Riaz praised Women University Mardan for its inclusive environment and reaffirmed the Malala Fund’s commitment to collaborating with local institutions. She stressed the importance of removing educational barriers and investing in gender equality to foster sustainable development in the region.