About Us
Girls United for Human Rights (GUHR) is made up of a group of young girls working to reduce discrimination and violence against girls, including early and forced marriage.
The organisation’s aim is for girls and women to have equal rights to boys and men.
OUR MISSION
At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to empower, elevate, and advocate for the active participation of girls in peace and conflict resolution processes. We believe that every girl’s voice is a powerful catalyst for change and that their contributions are vital in crafting a peaceful and just world.
Our journey begins with recognizing the inherent strength and potential within each girl. By providing them with the tools, support, and platform they need, we ensure that their voices are not only heard but are also instrumental in shaping solutions to global conflicts.
We envision a world where girls are not just passive observers but active leaders in peacebuilding. Together, we envision a future where every girl leads the way in creating lasting harmony and justice.
OUR VISION
A world where every girl is recognized as a crucial partner in peacebuilding, leading efforts to resolve conflicts and create lasting peace in their communities and beyond. In this vision, girls’ voices, leadership, and bravery help build fair and peaceful societies where everyone’s contributions matter.
We see a future where girls are fully valued and supported as peacemakers. Their ideas and actions turn conflicts into opportunities for reconciliation and growth.
OUR GOAL
Our goal is to ignite a transformative movement that empowers girls and women to step into leadership roles in peacebuilding efforts. We aim to shift societal perceptions and influence policies so that girls are recognized as essential players in peace and conflict resolution on a global scale.
Through this movement, we seek to open doors for girls to lead and inspire change, ensuring their voices are not only heard but are pivotal in shaping peaceful futures. By changing the way society views girls and integrating them into all levels of peace efforts, we strive to build a world where their leadership and contributions are central to creating lasting harmony and resolving conflicts.
WHO IS HADIQA BASHIR?
A 22-year-old activist and feminist from the Swat Valley in Pakistan, a region under the stronghold of patriarchy in the tribal belt of Pakhtunkhwa. She was recognized as one of the United Nations SDG Young Leaders in 2020.
She is a climate change activist and a survivor of child marriage, she focuses on raising awareness about the challenges faced by girls and women. Her advocacy extends to championing policies that protect their rights and promoting peace and conflict resolution. Her work aims to ensure that the voices of women and girls are heard and their needs are addressed in global peacebuilding efforts.
Global Recognition and Impact:
Hadiqa Bashir’s extraordinary work has been recognized globally, with numerous international awards, including:
- Winner of the Muhammad Ali International Humanitarian Award 2015 – Conviction Award, USA
- Honorary Award by Honorable Chairman, Senate of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Raza Rabbani
- Winner of the Asian Girls Rights Award 2016 & Asian Girls Ambassador, Taiwan
- Nominated for the Children’s Peace Prize (2016 & 2017)
- Finalist for the Commonwealth Youth Award 2017
- Winner of the With and For Girls Award 2018-19
- Women Deliver Young Leader, Class of 2020
- Global Youth Ambassador 2021
- UN Youth Leader for SDGs, Class of 2020
- Global Youth Leaders NOW Award 2024
- Ambassador for Population Matters 2024
- CSW Fellow 2024
Additional Recognitions:
- Nominated for the Children’s Peace Prize (2016 & 2017)
- Finalist for the Commonwealth Youth Award 2017
- Winner of the With and For Girls Award 2018-19
- Women Deliver Young Leader, Class of 2020
- Global Youth Ambassador 2021
- UN Youth Leader for SDGs, Class of 2020
- Global Youth Leaders NOW Award 2024
- Ambassador for Population Matters 2024
- CSW Fellow 2024
Media Coverage:
BBC News: Hadiqa Bashir’s Fight Against Child Marriage. Her resilience and unwavering commitment to ending child marriage and fighting for girls’ rights in one of the most challenging environments have made Hadiqa Bashir a trailblazer in the global movement for gender equality and human rights.
Meet our team
Hadiqa Bashir
Executive Director
Sajida Iftikhar
Chairperson
Asma Zubair
V. Chairperson
Shabnam
General Secretary
Bakth Socha
Finance Secretary
Sairath
Joint secretary
Nuzhat Jabeen
Press secretary
