“In which year was the Department of Gender & Women Studies at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) founded?”

"The Department of Gender & Women Studies at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) established in 1998 advances research and education on gender issues in Pakistan. It promotes gender equality through academic programs informing social welfare policies that address women’s rights and empowerment. The 1998 founding marked a commitment to inclusive education fostering equitable development. This department’s work supports interventions tackling gender disparities ensuring culturally relevant strategies that enhance women’s societal contributions and well-being.