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Hania Aamir Named UN Women Pakistan National Goodwill Ambassador

UN Women says her reach will help engage youth on gender equality.

Overview

  • UN Women Pakistan announced the appointment on October 16 via its official Instagram, calling for a future free from violence, discrimination, and inequality.
  • In the role, Aamir is tasked with raising awareness, inspiring action, and amplifying the voices of women and girls across Pakistan.
  • The organisation says the collaboration will help expand programmes for women’s economic empowerment, social inclusion, and the elimination of gender‑based violence.
  • Aamir’s social media following exceeds 19 million on Instagram, which outlets report as the highest for any Pakistani celebrity.
  • Coverage notes her growing international profile through her debut in the Indian Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 opposite Diljit Dosanjh and a recent Global Star Award in Houston.