1. This International Women’s Day, I pledge…
To work towards a culture that is free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. As a woman in the workplace, it’s my responsibility to help create a more inclusive culture for other upcoming ladies.

2. Across the organizational landscape, I want to see more female representation in…
Roles that are perceived as male dominant ones, such as delivery or restaurant operational roles. Fortunately, I am a part of an organization that believes in gender equality and is continuously creating opportunities that enable women by giving them a fair chance.

3. The one stereotype about women that should be busted this year is…
That their career is short-lived, they can’t multi-task and would stop working after marriage.

“KFC Pakistan is promoting gender equality and women empowerment by promoting a culture where people are recognized on their skillset and not their gender.”

4. My organization is promoting gender equality and women empowerment…
By promoting a culture where people are recognized on their skillset and not their gender.

5. I believe women can fight gender inequality at their workplaces…
By believing in themselves and defying the odds by taking up challenging roles, I’m an avid believer of the motto “If it scares you, it’s worth it.”

6. As for men, they can help reduce gender bias at home and work…
By believing in their women. I’ve been lucky to have been raised in a household where my dad and my brother have been my biggest cheerleaders and supporters, they always treated me the same and would expect me to take charge of my life by telling me that there isn’t anything I can’t do as long as I put my mind and heart to it. If it wasn’t for their faith in me, I wouldn’t be where I am today!

7. My message to young aspiring women looking to start a career in 2022 is…
There will be good days and bad days and something that you need to tell yourself on bad days is an extract from Charles Bukowski’s poem and it goes:

Your life is your life;
know it while you have it.
You are marvelous;
the gods wait to delight in you!