Strengthening Participatory Organization (SPO) congratulates Ms. Chandni Joshi on the launch of her book, Weaving My South Asian Tapestry, held in Islamabad on 16 October 2026. The occasion celebrated her remarkable six-decade journey in the South Asian women’s rights movement and her enduring contributions to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

The event brought together feminists, women’s rights advocates, diplomats, former colleagues and young activists to honour Ms. Joshi’s lifelong commitment to social justice. Speakers reflected on her pioneering work in gender equality, policy advocacy, governance and grassroots mobilisation, particularly her efforts to organise rural women, home-based women workers and marginalised communities across South Asia.

SPO was represented by Ms. Arifa Mazhar, Chief Executive, and Ms. Samina Khan and Ms. Rukhshanda Naaz, Members of SPO’s General Body, who also participated in the panel discussion, sharing reflections on Ms. Joshi’s remarkable journey and her lasting contributions to the women’s rights movement. SPO extends its warm congratulations to Ms. Chandni Joshi on this significant milestone and recognises her enduring legacy of solidarity, compassion and dedication to women’s rights. Her journey continues to inspire generations of advocates working towards a more just, equitable and inclusive society.