(MENAFN- Tribal News Network)
The world has progressed significantly, yet in our society, a lingering question still haunts women: Can they step outside their homes to work, and will their parents or husbands allow them to pursue higher education and a career?
In developed countries, women do not face these challenges, but in developing nations like Pakistan, women still confront these obstacles. Every country that has advanced has seen significant contributions from women working alongside men.
Some fortunate women in our society do not face these issues. They can pursue quality education and secure jobs without hindrance. However, what about those women who manage both their homes and professional responsibilities? Are they able to focus on their children's education and upbringing effectively?
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Sana Bilal, a teacher at Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, shared that her top priority is her children's education and upbringing, for which she works tirelessly day and night. She manages her job, and household, and still makes time for her children to ensure their education is not compromised.
Sana mentioned that juggling all these responsibilities is far from easy. Sometimes, she feels exhausted, but the satisfaction of being an independent woman who can meet all her children's needs keeps her going. She has arranged tuition for her children and keeps an eye on them herself because technology is an essential part of modern life, and she ensures her children have everything they need without any worries. Therefore, standing on their own feet is a necessity for women today.
On the other hand, society has always hindered women's progress. Whenever a woman dreams of advancing, she inevitably faces challenges.
Manal Hayat is one such example. She shared that when she started working, she encountered numerous difficulties. She had to listen to comments like, "Who will take care of the house if you work outside? Will you have time to focus on your children's upbringing?"
These were the words Manal heard from her mother-in-law when she decided to continue her job after marriage.
Manal, also from Nowshera, was working at a school and supporting herself before marriage. She thought she would continue working after marriage without any issues, but she was wrong.
When her son was born, her husband did not have a good job, and they struggled to meet basic needs, prompting her to resume her job. Initially, she faced many problems but remained steadfast.
"Eventually, after many arguments, I managed to keep my job. I took care of household chores and spent time with my child. I even got him admitted to the same school where I worked."
Today, Manal's salary covers all household expenses, and no one has any issues with her working or managing her child's education and upbringing.
It is true that in our society, it is not easy for women to stand up for their rights and act upon them, but it is equally true that if you do not raise your voice for your rights, no one else will. I have seen successful women who have managed to excel in all aspects of their lives, proving that while balancing multiple responsibilities is challenging, it is not impossible.
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