Robeela Bangash Receives Dukhtaran-e-Pakistan Excellence Award for Civil Society Leadership
HRDN co-founder and CEO honoured in Islamabad for more than three decades of contributions to human resource development, women’s empowerment and community development
Robeela Bangash receives the Dukhtaran-e-Pakistan Excellence Award for her contributions to civil society and human development
ISLAMABAD, October 15, 2026: Robeela Bangash, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Human Resource Development Network (HRDN), has received the Dukhtaran-e-Pakistan Excellence Award in the Civil Society category in recognition of her longstanding contributions to human development, community capacity building and women’s empowerment.
Bangash received the award on October 14, 2026, at a ceremony held at Serena Hotel, Islamabad. The honour recognises a professional journey spanning more than three decades, marked by sustained efforts in human resource development, humanitarian response, professional capacity building and social progress.
The award ceremony took place during the closing session of the International Conference on Inclusive and Resilient Economic Empowerment and Growth: From Poverty to Prosperity.
The Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) organised the conference in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence for National Cohesion and Outreach, Paigham-e-Pakistan, and the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety. The event brought together stakeholders focused on economic inclusion, social cohesion and national development.
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Recognition of Women’s Leadership
Addressing the gathering, Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani highlighted the importance of women’s empowerment in Pakistan’s socioeconomic development. His remarks underscored the need to recognise women’s contributions and strengthen their role in shaping the country’s future.
For Bangash, the award marks a significant milestone in a career dedicated to strengthening individuals, institutions and communities.
As a founding member of HRDN since 1999, she has contributed to the organisation’s work in capacity building, professional development, women’s leadership and civil society engagement. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to investing in human potential and enabling people to participate actively in their communities and contribute to sustainable development.
A Milestone for HRDN
The Dukhtaran-e-Pakistan Excellence Award is also a moment of pride for HRDN, recognising the contribution of a woman leader whose work has supported human development and expanded opportunities for communities across Pakistan.
The recognition highlights the importance of sustained civil society engagement in promoting inclusive development, strengthening institutions and advancing women’s participation in social and economic life.
HRDN congratulated Bangash on receiving the distinguished honour and acknowledged her continued commitment to human development and community empowerment.
