ISLAMABAD – Pakistani woman born in Kashmir, Farhat Asif received N-PeaceAward of the United Nations Development Program.
The award was given to her at a ceremony held in Bangkok Thailand.
Through her Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies and Centre for WomenPeace and Security, Farhat ensures women’s participation in differentPakistani social, political and economic aspects.
The N-Peace awards recognize peace builders’ efforts for women at thegrassroots level.
This year, eleven winners under three categories were recognized from sevenparticipating countries including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Myanmar, Nepal,Indonesia, Sri Lanka and the Philippines.