The Reality of Cyberbullying in Pakistan Facing Women

A Growing Threat to Women in Pakistan

Cyberbullying: A Growing Threat to Women in Pakistan

It has been years since we have been hearing about workplace bullying and harassment cases against women. In countries like Pakistan and India, many women have given up working due to the fact that they were never safe. You may wonder why they did not complain to their bosses, but quite often it is the very people in power — the CEOs and bosses — who harass them. Speaking up means risking their jobs, and with everyday rising in the cost of living, this is a risk many cannot afford to take. Unfortunately, family and friends are also most often nonsupportive, thus leaving these women to fend for themselves.

There has been a certain kind of shift over the years, particularly during the pandemic. More and more people were earning money online and engaging on social media in Pakistan. But this new opportunity has its perils. Women often hide their names and identities online to save themselves from the judgment and negative comments of known persons.

Cyberbullying: A New Form of Harassment