Goals
5
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
SDG Goal 5, "Gender equality" aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. This goal emphasizes the importance of ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, ensuring equal participation in leadership and decision-making, and providing access to sexual and reproductive health rights. By addressing these critical issues, Goal 5 seeks to create an inclusive society where both men and women have equal opportunities to thrive, contribute to, and benefit from sustainable development. Achieving gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but also a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world.
Statistics of Pakistan
Gender Parity Index in Education
Pakistan's gender parity index for primary and secondary education is 0.94 and 0.80, respectively, indicating disparities favoring boys.
Labor Force Participation
Women's participation in Pakistan's labor force stands at 22%, significantly lower than men's at 82%.
Gender Wage Gap
On average, women in Pakistan earn 34% less than men, highlighting significant disparities in economic opportunities.
Violence Against Women
A staggering 27% of women in Pakistan have experienced physical violence at least once in their lifetime.
Political Representation
Women constitute only 20% of the National Assembly and 17% of the Senate in Pakistan, reflecting challenges in achieving equal political participation.