ISLAMABAD: A preparatory committee meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar was held to finalize arrangements for an upcoming international conference focused on girls’ education in Muslim communities. The conference is slated to begin on November 11 and will span two days, aiming to address the challenges and opportunities related to girls’ education.

According to Radio Pakistan, the committee discussed the comprehensive agenda for the conference, which will include panels on various topics such as the barriers to girls’ education, the social and economic benefits that arise from educating girls, and innovative strategies to promote educational equity. The conference is expected to attract educators, policymakers, and advocates from various countries to share insights and best practices.

The conference’s objective is to foster a dialogue that will lead to actionable solutions, enhancing educational opportunities for girls in Muslim communities. The discussions will also explore how education can serve as a catalyst for broader social and economic development in these regions. The committee expressed optimism that the event would contribute significantly to the global discourse on education equity.