Telenor Pakistan wins OICCI Women Empowerment Award
ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan has been honoured with the prestigious OICCI Women Empowerment Award in the category of Work-Life Balance and Integration at the 7th OICCI Women Empowerment Awards.
Organised by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), the awards celebrate corporate leadership in advancing gender equality and empowering women, in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5).
The OICCI Women Empowerment Awards have become a flagship event, spotlighting organizations that are driving real change through progressive policies, impactful programs, and a strong commitment to fostering women's leadership and inclusion in the workplace.
Commenting on the achievement, Areej Khan, chief people officer at Telenor Pakistan, said: 'We are deeply honored to receive this recognition from OICCI. Our focus on work-life balance, flexible policies, and continuous support mechanisms enables our employees, to seamlessly integrate their personal and professional aspirations. This award reaffirms our dedication to cultivating a diverse and equitable workplace where everyone has the opportunity to lead, inspire, and thrive.'
As a modern and inclusive workplace, Telenor Pakistan is advancing gender empowerment through initiatives that support women at every stage of their careers.
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