In collaboration with GC Women's University and Women's Protection Centre”Coalition to end digital violence against women and girls” Conducting a seminar on

Faisalabad(94 News Mian Nadeem Ahmed)In collaboration with Government College Women University and Women Protection Centre”Coalition to end digital violence against women and girls” A seminar titled The event was part of the 16-day global campaign against gender-based violence. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Kanwal Amin. (Medal discrimination) attended the event as a special guest. Addressing the participants, he reiterated that the university is committed to providing security to female students in both physical and digital environments. He said that in today's digital era, it is the responsibility of educational institutions to equip female students with the necessary tools and methods to protect themselves in the online world. He further said that GCWUF will continue to promote digital safety, rights awareness and responsible use of technology in its curricular and extra-curricular activities. On this occasion, the Vice-Chancellor expressed special thanks to the Women Protection Center team for providing full support in organizing the seminar on this important and sensitive topic and appreciated their efforts. Officer Zahid Ali Shakir gave a detailed presentation on digital violence. He highlighted on cyber harassment, online blackmailing, misuse of personal data, cyber stalking and digital safety. Speakers also informed about legal assistance available under Pakistan's cybercrime laws and encouraged the participants to report any violation immediately. In-charge Women Development and Mentoring Center GCWUF, Dr. Sadaf Naqvi discussed the psychological, educational and social impact of gender and digital violence on women. A large number of faculty members and students attended the seminar and participated in the discussions. At the end of the event, awareness pamphlets and brochures were distributed to the participants to provide them with more information about digital safety, legal protection and support mechanisms available to victims.