New York, USA: The Women2Women Forum hosted its 8th Annual Women Empowerment Gala in observance of International Women’s Day, bringing together community leaders, professionals, and advocates for an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating women’s achievements and leadership.
The event also served as a fundraising initiative for the Shehzori Project, while featuring the Neighborhood Heroes Awards to recognize individuals making significant contributions across various sectors.
Among those honored were Erum Hanif of APNA Community Services, Sterley Stanley, Maliha Janjua from Women Aware, Afsheen Shamsi representing Emgage Action, Dur e Aziz Amna, and Mehreen Saeed from the New York City Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget.
Speakers throughout the evening highlighted the importance of amplifying women’s voices, supporting grassroots initiatives, and promoting inclusive leadership within diverse communities.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthening community engagement and advancing women’s empowerment through impactful initiatives such as the Shehzori Project.
