Yusra Qadir, Author at Bolojawan.com

As An Immigrant In Canada, 10 Things You Must Know While You Dream Of A Rosy Life

Yusra Qadir — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 06:50:20 +0000

Pakistanis have steadily been migrating to Canada over decades but recent pro-immigrant policies, PM Trudeau’s previous tenure and the express entry stream have seen thousands of Pakistanis to migrate to Canada. And if you’re also planning to have a fairytale life in Canada as an immigrant then this post is definitely for you! via GIPHY […]

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Zainab, Politics, Media And Us

Yusra Qadir — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 10:50:57 +0000

I tried. I try to not watch TV or listen to the news. I specifically try to not get into details of harrowing incidents. I try to not read books with sad endings. I try to not watch tragic movies. I try to dodge questions, which have heart breaking answers. I try to stay away […]

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We Need To Talk About Ethical Considerations In Electronic Media

Yusra Qadir — Wed, 29 Nov 2017 07:09:55 +0000

The coverage provided by media to condemnable cases of abuse and harassment of women and girls proves that media has flourished enough to step up into its role of being a watchdog, ensuring that rights violations are highlighted, duty bearers take notice and perpetrators and duty bearers are held to account. Having credited media for […]

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Vendetta on Valentine’s Day

Yusra Qadir — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 08:05:28 +0000

Valentine’s day evolved from Christian tradition (big surprise – it isn’t Jewish!). While the origins and details about Saint Valentine are still shrouded in mystery; the celebration of Valentine’s Day overtime became associated with romance and love. With the world becoming a global village and cross cultural exchange Valentine’s Day has gained popularity in Pakistan […]

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Gender Discrimination: What Pakistan Needs to Do

Yusra Qadir — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 19:31:51 +0000

Gender Discrimination has been at the core of the debate around universal access to human rights. It continues to be a reality with practical examples embedded in our daily lives. Women constitute more than 40% of Pakistan’s population and theoretically have many legislations and treaties offering them protection, equal opportunities, equal benefit from resources along […]

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