OWSD Pakistan: International Women's Day Celebration with the Russian Centre for Science and Culture
The OWSD Pakistan National Chapter participated in a special gathering hosted by the Russian Centre for Science and Culture (Russian House) in Karachi on March 08, marking International Women’s Day and featuring an iftar reception.
The event was hosted by Dr. Ruslan Prokhorov, Vice-Consul and Head of the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Pakistan, together with Dr. Natalia Zhadovets, a prominent representative of the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Karachi. The gathering brought together members of the academic and scientific community to celebrate women’s contributions and to encourage dialogue, cultural exchange, and collaboration.
During the event, Dr. Zhadovets engaged with attendees by asking questions related to International Women’s Day to women present at the gathering. As a gesture of friendship and appreciation, she also distributed gifts to selected participants.
Following the iftar, a cake-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the spirit of friendship and collaboration between the Russian Centre of Science and Culture and the OWSD Pakistan National Chapter.
On this occasion, Prof. Bina S. Siddiqui (S.I., T.I.), President of the OWSD Pakistan National Chapter, presented tokens of appreciation to Dr. Ruslan Prokhorov and Dr. Natalia Zhadovets in recognition of their hospitality and their continued support in promoting international collaboration and engagement with the scientific community.
The gathering provided a warm and meaningful platform for strengthening connections between academic institutions and international cultural organizations while celebrating the role of women in science, education, and society.
