March 2024

Cities, Densities and Climate Change Complexities in Urban Pakistan
Cities around the world are facing a dual challenge of rapid urbanization and the impacts of climate change. As urban areas continue to grow in population and density, they become increasingly vulnerable to the effects of a changing climate. The interplay between urban densities and climate change is a critical

Pakistan’s Women’s March Redefines Leisure as a Political Act
Politics, inherently linked to power dynamics, is an integral part of any society. Arguably, one of the most significant aspects of societal power dynamics is gender. Gender has defined rules of social and private life for centuries, reinforcing patriarchal norms in both public and private domains. Private patriarchy confines women

Inflated Electricity Bills in Pakistan: Understanding the Causes
Electricity consumers in Pakistan are currently grappling with, what has been described as, sky high tariffs. The high cost of power generation and its adverse impacts on the consumers have not only financial dimensions but also political implications for the government that faces consumers’ wrath every time the unpopular decision

Financial Freedom, Healthier Futures: Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare in Pakistan
In Pakistan, a country overshadowed by patriarchal norms and socio-economic complexity, female health remains a critical yet often neglected concern. Amidst this chaos of inequality and prejudice, financial inclusion emerges as a pivotal catalyst for change, promising to enhance healthcare accessibility and quality for women across the nation. With over

Editorial: Navigating the Intersection of Gender and Class in Pakistani Society
In Pakistan, the dynamics of gender equality are deeply intertwined with class disparities, creating complex challenges that require nuanced solutions. While progress has been made in addressing gender inequalities, the intersection of gender and class exacerbates existing disparities, particularly for women from marginalized socio-economic backgrounds. The interplay between gender and
