News DeskTandojam, Sindh – Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tandojam is set to host the first-ever International Conference on “Agriculture Development and Women Empowerment: Challenges and Way Forward (ICWADE-2025)” on January 15-16, 2025. The event is being organized in collaboration with the Sindh Agriculture Women Development Organization.
The conference aims to foster women’s empowerment in sustainable agriculture, addressing challenges and exploring opportunities in agricultural development. It will bring together renowned female experts, researchers, and leaders from various sectors, with distinguished speakers sharing their experiences and insights during dedicated sessions. The event is expected to create a roadmap for enhancing women’s roles in agriculture.
The primary focus will include tackling the challenges faced by women in the agricultural sector, emphasizing their critical roles and responsibilities, and advocating for policies and modern solutions to support women’s autonomy in this field.
In preparation for the conference, SAU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Fateh Marri chaired a meeting attended by notable faculty members, including Dr. Aijaz Soomro, Dr. Shabana Memon, Dr. Mahmooda Buriro, and Dr. Aasia Akbar Panhwar. The meeting highlighted the formation of committees to ensure the event’s smooth execution.
The conference will feature technical sessions, exhibitions, and various activities designed to identify actionable solutions to challenges and create opportunities for women’s advancement in agriculture.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Marri emphasized the vital role of empowering women in agriculture to achieve national and global food security. He expressed optimism that ICWADE-2025 would significantly contribute to gender equality and development in the agricultural sector.
