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From Silence to Strength: My Journey with Ascend
When I joined Ascend, I was nervous and unsure. I had always been introverted and avoided speaking in front of others. But Ascend was different.
Oct 20, 20253 min read
Equal Pay is a Catalyst for Leadership Growth
Ascend Pakistan instructors at work in Gilgit-Baltistan A guest post by our Ascend Pakistan Program Manager By Farwa Ali My name is Farwa...
Sep 18, 20252 min read
Zahra’s Journey: From Darkness to Light
Zahra was only seventeen when she joined Ascend’s programs. At first glance, she seemed calm and quiet, but behind her silence, she carried a weight that was almost unbearable.
Sep 11, 20253 min read
Empowering Change: Ascend’s Community Service in Action
Written by: Dr. Humaira Naziri, Master Trainer & Outreach Coordinator At Ascend, community service is more than an activity; it's a core...
Aug 20, 20252 min read
Medium Story: Featuring Ascend Pakistan
In Pakistan’s northern cliffs, a young woman climbs toward a future no one imagined — leading others up with her.
Aug 12, 20251 min read
Ascend Signs Partnership with University of Central Asia
ASCEND PARTNERS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ASIA TO IMPROVE ECONOMIC ACCESS FOR AFGHAN WOMEN Supported by the Gates Foundation, UCA’s...
Jul 24, 20253 min read
Ascend: July 2025 Quarterly Newsletter
Check out how your support is helping women lean into their leadership skills.
Jul 15, 20250 min read
Blog Post: The Climb Is Hers! Reclaiming Space One Summit at at Time
Two years ago, Ascend extended its reach to Pakistan, bringing women’s empowerment programming to a country where the quest for women’s rights is as complex as it's ever been. Today, journalist and friend Hadia Arif takes a look at why Ascend is so needed within the country, and how our programming is “not just about scaling mountains.” Read on to learn more.
Jul 2, 20253 min read
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