OUR MISSION
Dedicated to empowering skilled individuals across genders, the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization (PASWO) strives to break barriers and foster unity. Our mission is to provide unwavering support, mentorship, and resources to all skilled individuals, with a particular emphasis on promoting the advancement of women. We are committed to creating an inclusive platform where diverse talents thrive, transcending cultural boundaries and promoting personal and professional growth.
OUR VISION
PASWO envisions a future where skilled individuals of every gender, ethnicity, and race are recognized, respected, and equipped to excel in their chosen endeavors. We aspire to cultivate a global community that celebrates diversity, equality, and the invaluable contributions of all skilled individuals, while placing a special emphasis on the empowerment of women.
Dedicated to empowering skilled individuals across genders, the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization (PASWO) strives to break barriers and foster unity. Our mission is to provide unwavering support, mentorship, and resources to all skilled individuals, with a particular emphasis on promoting the advancement of women. We are committed to creating an inclusive platform where diverse talents thrive, transcending cultural boundaries and promoting personal and professional growth.
PASWO envisions a future where skilled individuals of every gender, ethnicity, and race are recognized, respected, and equipped to excel in their chosen endeavors. We aspire to cultivate a global community that celebrates diversity, equality, and the invaluable contributions of all skilled individuals, while placing a special emphasis on the empowerment of women.
ABOUT US
WELCOME TO PASWO COMMUNITY
PASWO is a Pak American Skilled, Talented and Passionate Women Organization. We have around 200 Women around this platform. We want to support low scale professional women to improve their skills with advance techniques, knowledge and resources that creates a sustainable development for their families and community.
We need professional Volunteers to educate these talented women and help them to improve their skills. We welcome all skilled women to join our group and help other women. As each women walks her own path. Her footstep makes a ripple effect. She shares her power of skills with those around her.
So that together they can bring gender equality, prosperity and stability to her family and community through the knowledge, skills and resources she has gained and the connection, she has formed with other women.
ABOUT US
WELCOME TO PASWO COMMUNITY
PASWO is a Pak American Skilled, Talented and Passionate Women Organization. We have around 200 Women around this platform. We want to support low scale professional women to improve their skills with advance techniques, knowledge and resources that creates a sustainable development for their families and community.
We need professional Volunteers to educate these talented women and help them to improve their skills. We welcome all skilled women to join our group and help other women. As each women walks her own path. Her footstep makes a ripple effect. She shares her power of skills with those around her.
So that together they can bring gender equality, prosperity and stability to her family and community through the knowledge, skills and resources she has gained and the connection, she has formed with other women.
BE OUR VOLUNTEER
SPREAD SMILES BY DONATING
How You Can Help?
DONATE
Donate today to help fill our pantries with nutritious food so we can be one step closer to alleviating the suffering of 42 million people today!
VOLUNTEER
Contact us today to find a pantry in your local community and help distribute food to those in need!
HUNGER RELIEF
According to Feeding America, the largest hunger relief organization in the USA, an estimated 42 million Americans, including 13 million children, are facing hunger.
ADVOCATE
Start a fundraiser for your local food pantry and help spread the word about PASWO and let people know that we want to solve the growing hunger epidemic in the United States!
How You Can Help?
DONATE
Donate today to help fill our pantries with nutritious food so we can be one step closer to alleviating the suffering of 42 million people today!
HUNGER RELIEF
According to Feeding America, the largest hunger relief organization in the USA, an estimated 42 million Americans, including 13 million children, are facing hunger.
VOLUNTEER
Contact us today to find a pantry in your local community and help distribute food to those in need!
ADVOCATE
Start a fundraiser for your local food pantry and help spread the word about PASWO and let people know that we want to solve the growing hunger epidemic in the United States!
OUR CAUSES
We Popular To Provide
Of Experience.
TEAM
Shaheen Khokhar
President
Shaheen Khokhar, dedicated President of the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization since 2021, brings a wealth of experience as a former school teacher at PS 187. With a passion for education and empowerment, she has seamlessly transitioned her skills to lead our organization, fostering a supportive community for Pakistani American women to thrive personally and professionally. Shaheen’s commitment to inclusivity and her background in education make her a driving force behind our mission to empower skilled women in the community.
Salman Zafar
Advisor
Salman Zafar is Living in New York since 1980 immigrated from Lahore Pakistan. Worked with Habib Bank for few years, worked as restaurant manager at TGIF restaurant in Manhattan for 17 years, worked at Warwick hotel for 5 years as manager in Manhattan. Currently Healthcare professional, community activist, president Pakistan People’s Party Human Rights Wing USA, helping communities while volunteering, support community needs as needed. Volunteer with other community organizations such as Indian, Bengali, Nepalese, Muslim, Hispanic communities also work closely with Mosques across New York. Provides resources to organizations.
Dr. Sadia Shehnaz
PASWO Health Director
Dr. Sadia Shehnaz, DPT, serves as the Health Director of the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization (PASWO), Pakistan chapter, a non-profit organization headquartered in New York. With a profound commitment to serving the community, Dr. Shehnaz oversees and spearheads various initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and improving the well-being of individuals across Pakistan.
Driven by a passion for humanitarianism, Dr. Shehnaz is actively engaged in organizing and facilitating free medical camps, offering rehabilitative services, and providing clinical support to underserved populations. Her dedication to serving those in need has earned her widespread recognition, with numerous awards bestowed upon her by both local and multinational non-profit organizations.
With her expertise in physical therapy and a deep-rooted sense of empathy, Dr. Shehnaz exemplifies the ethos of compassionate healthcare delivery. Through her leadership and tireless efforts, she continues to make significant strides in addressing healthcare disparities and uplifting communities throughout Pakistan.
TEAM
Shaheen Khokhar
President
Shaheen Khokhar, dedicated President of the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization since 2021, brings a wealth of experience as a former school teacher at PS 187. With a passion for education and empowerment, she has seamlessly transitioned her skills to lead our organization, fostering a supportive community for Pakistani American women to thrive personally and professionally. Shaheen’s commitment to inclusivity and her background in education make her a driving force behind our mission to empower skilled women in the community.
Salman Zafar
Advisor
Salman Zafar is Living in New York since 1980 immigrated from Lahore Pakistan. Worked with Habib Bank for few years, worked as restaurant manager at TGIF restaurant in Manhattan for 17 years, worked at Warwick hotel for 5 years as manager in Manhattan. Currently Healthcare professional, community activist, president Pakistan People’s Party Human Rights Wing USA, helping communities while volunteering, support community needs as needed. Volunteer with other community organizations such as Indian, Bengali, Nepalese, Muslim, Hispanic communities also work closely with Mosques across New York. Provides resources to organizations.
Dr. Sadia Shehnaz
PASWO Health Director
Dr. Sadia Shehnaz, DPT, serves as the Health Director of the Pakistani American Skilled Women Organization (PASWO), Pakistan chapter, a non-profit organization headquartered in New York. With a profound commitment to serving the community, Dr. Shehnaz oversees and spearheads various initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and improving the well-being of individuals across Pakistan.
Driven by a passion for humanitarianism, Dr. Shehnaz is actively engaged in organizing and facilitating free medical camps, offering rehabilitative services, and providing clinical support to underserved populations. Her dedication to serving those in need has earned her widespread recognition, with numerous awards bestowed upon her by both local and multinational non-profit organizations.
With her expertise in physical therapy and a deep-rooted sense of empathy, Dr. Shehnaz exemplifies the ethos of compassionate healthcare delivery. Through her leadership and tireless efforts, she continues to make significant strides in addressing healthcare disparities and uplifting communities throughout Pakistan.
We SUPPORT EVERYONE!
00
+Programs
00
Boroughs
00
Years of Service
00
+Hours of Community Service
We SUPPORT EVERYONE!
OUR CONTACT NOW
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
