Key Takeaways
- A gender tracker system will monitor online harassment of women and unauthorized use of their images and videos.
- A special portal and digital dashboard for gender-based violence will also be launched.
- The system aims to improve the complaint system and provide legal support to women.
The government of Pakistan is set to launch a gender tracker system designed to monitor online harassment of women and the unauthorized use of their images and videos. This initiative, spearheaded by the National Commission on the Status of Women, aims to enhance the safety and protection of women in the digital space.
At a recent committee meeting, Acting Chairperson Nooreen Bano provided a briefing on the ongoing reforms. She highlighted that a baseline survey is currently being conducted across all four provinces to improve the commission’s complaint system.
To make the system more accessible, work is underway to translate it into multiple languages, including Urdu, Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi. This move is expected to make the system more user-friendly and effective for a wider audience.
In addition to the gender tracker system, a special portal and digital dashboard for gender-based violence will be launched soon. These tools will help in assessing the situation of women through 115 indicators, providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by women.
The commission has proposed hiring women lawyers in every province to provide legal support to women. This initiative aims to ensure that women have access to legal assistance and can seek help more easily.
The government’s long-term goal is to complete the Women Facilitation Centre by 2027. This centre will offer a range of services, including NADRA, passports, health, counselling, and legal assistance, under one roof. This integrated approach is expected to provide a one-stop solution for women’s needs.
To ensure timely and complete data on cases registered against crimes committed against women, reports have been sought from all provincial police chiefs. This step is crucial in maintaining accurate records and ensuring that women’s safety is a priority.
The launch of the gender tracker system and the special portal is part of a broader effort to address gender-based violence and harassment. The system will play a vital role in monitoring and mitigating these issues, providing a safer online environment for women.
