Tens of thousands of women from across Pakistan are expected to attend Jamaat-e-Islami’s three-day “Change the System” gathering at Minar-e-Pakistan, featuring a separate women’s conference, youth arena, and awards for female achievers.
LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan is preparing to host what it calls the largest women’s gathering in the nation’s history, as part of its annual “Ijtima-e-Aam” (Annual public convention) to be held from November 21–23 at Minar-e-Pakistan in Lahore.
Themed “Badal Do Nizam” (Change the System), the three-day assembly will focus on social justice, women’s empowerment, and moral reform. Party officials say women’s participation will be unprecedented, with tens of thousands of women expected to attend with their families from all provinces of Pakistan.
At a press conference in Lahore, Dr. Humaira Tariq, Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami Women’s Wing, announced that the highlight of the convention will be a dedicated Women’s Conference titled “Jahan Abaad Tum Se Hai” (The World Thrives Because of You). The event will feature prominent women from academia, health, education, and entrepreneurship, as well as international delegates.
“The gathering will set a new precedent for women’s leadership in Pakistan,” Dr. Tariq said. “It’s about reclaiming the rightful space of women in social, economic, and political spheres — not in defiance of our faith, but in harmony with it.”
Remarkable transformations are taking place around the world. Amid these changing times, Pakistan’s friendly and patriotic forces must renew their commitment to the nation’s progress and development. The Jamaat-e-Islami’s upcoming public gathering is being organized with this very purpose — to inspire hope and direction for a better future.
“Our primary goal is to pull the younger generation out of despair,” she said. “Jamaat-e-Islami has always stood with the people and played an active role in addressing public grievances. We firmly believe that serving the people is the highest form of worship.”
The women’s session of the convention will be held on November 22 at 3:00 p.m., where leading women professionals from various walks of life will discuss the role of women in transforming the system and promoting social, educational, and economic change in Pakistan.
A special “Youth Arena” will host over 500 certified guides to mentor young women in digital skills, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. A children’s camp for 10,000 participants will combine education and recreation, while 5,000 laptops will be awarded to outstanding female students.
Through an initiative titled “Mera Brand Pakistan,” the JI women’s wing will promote local female-led enterprises and advocate self-reliance among women.
Organizers say the women’s session on November 22 will symbolize a growing political consciousness among Pakistani women who see faith-based activism as a platform for social change. The convention will also feature cultural exhibitions, motivational talks, and prayers for national unity.
Dr. Tariq said the movement seeks to replace “a corrupt, unjust system” with one grounded in accountability and compassion. “Women are central to that transformation,” she added. “If mothers, daughters, and sisters rise together, the nation will follow.”
Analysts say the event highlights Jamaat-e-Islami’s attempt to reassert its role in Pakistan’s evolving political landscape by mobilizing women and youth around themes of faith, reform, and national revival.
