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CGF Women Leadership Program Empowers Women in Sports Back To Main

Dear Media Friends,

The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) Women Leadership Program is making remarkable progress in empowering women in the field of sports. The program's recent Academic Sessions, held on 14th 2023 at the prestigious POA House in Lahore, featured distinguished speakers and facilitated insightful discussions that left a lasting impact on aspiring women leaders.

On the third day of the Academic Sessions, Mr. Hamdan Nazir, MEMOSIAN and President of the Pakistan Rowing Federation, delivered an enlightening lecture on "Sports for Development." His expertise highlighted the transformative power of sports in driving social progress and empowering individuals.

The event also included a virtual presentation by Ms. Veena Salman Masud, Associate Secretary General of the CGA Pakistan (Pakistan Olympic Association) and Secretary of the CGA Pakistan Women Commission. Ms. Salman Masud shared her valuable thoughts on the topic of "Women in Sports," emphasizing the significance of gender equality and inclusivity within the sports industry.

The CGF Women Leadership Academic Session will culminate with a closing ceremony on 19th June 2023 at the esteemed Pakistan Olympic House in Lahore.


Best regards,


Muhammad Khalid Mahmood
Secretary General
CGA Pakistan/
Pakistan Olympic Association