VOICED : Climbing and carpentry show the way for Pakistani women

In the Himalayas near Pakistan and China, women are breaking traditions by training as mountain guides. Inspired by family mountaineers, they pursue their dreams with the help of a mountaineering school. Despite societal constraints, women in northern Pakistan are more educated and are entering trades like carpentry. They face challenges but are succeeding, as seen in Amna's story, who supports her family through carpentry. These efforts highlight the ongoing journey towards gender equality in Pakistan.

What inspired the woman in the Himalayas to pursue mountaineering?

• A documentary she watched

• Her family's tradition in mountaineering

• A friend's suggestion

• Her love for the mountains

What significant change has occurred in northern Pakistan regarding women's education?

• Girls are now allowed to attend school only on weekends

• Education is still inaccessible to most girls

• 100% of girls in the region now go to school

• Girls are only taught domestic skills

What new field have women in northern Pakistan started working in?

• Technology

• Carpentry

• Agriculture

• Textile industry

What was one of the major challenges faced by women entering carpentry?

• Lack of interest from women

• Opposition from the community

• High cost of materials

• Insufficient training programs

How did Amna contribute to her family's well-being?

• By starting a business

• By building her own home

• By moving to a city

• By becoming a teacher