Doleh Khan
Gender Researcher Youth Advocate MEAL & Development Professional Empowering Women through Vocational Training and Decent Work
Monitoring & evalutions
Hyderabad, Pakistan
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I am Doleh Usman Khan, and I have been working for over five years in the fields of gender research, youth empowerment, and community development. As a Silver Medalist in Gender Studies from the University of Sindh, I have served with organizations such as FAO, Research and Development Foundation (RDF), HANDS Pakistan, and Community World Service Asia, where my work has focused on vocational training, gender equality, monitoring and evaluation, and humanitarian response.
Through these roles, I have contributed to training more than 1,300 youth and 250 women across Sindh in tailoring, beautician trades, and other livelihood skills, enabling them to achieve decent work and economic independence. My research and advocacy extend to areas such as the Transgender Protection Act (2018), domestic violence case studies, and gender-responsive development policies.
Internationally, I have represented youth voices at the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (UNCC Bangkok) and the World Youth Forum, presenting evidence and success stories on gender-inclusive vocational training. I am passionate about data-driven problem solving, participatory research, and policy engagement to create sustainable opportunities for women and youth in the MENA and South Asia region.
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Empowering Young Women through Vocational Training for Decent Work and Economic Growth
This session explores how vocational training empowers young women in rural Sindh, Pakistan, enabling them to achieve decent work, economic independence, and community leadership. Drawing on case studies, data, and success stories from 254 women trained in tailoring and beauty trades, the session highlights practical strategies for gender-responsive skill development programs, their alignment with SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth), and the broader implications for youth empowerment and sustainable economic development. Participants will engage in storytelling, interactive discussions, and evidence-based insights to learn how to implement and scale effective vocational programs in diverse socio-cultural contexts.
Empowering Young Women through Vocational Training for Decent Work and Economic Growth
This session explores the role of vocational training in advancing gender equality and economic resilience among young women in rural Sindh, Pakistan. Drawing on field research, success stories, and case studies, the session highlights how skill development programs in trades such as tailoring and beauty services have enabled over 250 women to achieve decent work, economic independence, and community leadership. The discussion also connects these grassroots initiatives with broader policy frameworks and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5 & SDG 8), offering practical insights into designing gender-responsive training models for marginalized communities.
First delivered at Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD), UNCC Bangkok, 2025
Audience: Youth advocates, policymakers, gender researchers, community development practitioners
Preferred Session Duration: 30–45 minutes (including Q&A)
Format: Presentation with storytelling, case studies, and interactive discussion
Technical Requirements: Projector, microphone, and slides
Doleh Khan
Gender Researcher Youth Advocate MEAL & Development Professional Empowering Women through Vocational Training and Decent Work
Hyderabad, Pakistan
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