Pakistan ranks among the worst countries globally for gender equality. In the World Economic Forum’s
Global Gender Gap Report 2025, Pakistan ranked 148th out of 148 countries, reflecting deep and
persistent inequalities in women’s economic participation, education, political representation, and
access to opportunity.
Women continue to face systemic barriers to education, technology access, mobility, and economic
participation. Women remain significantly underrepresented in the digital economy, with limited access
to digital skills training, employment pathways, and opportunities for long-term economic
empowerment.
AuratTech was established to address these gaps through a rights-based and trauma-informed
approach to women’s economic empowerment.
Our theory of change is grounded in growing evidence that holistic programming creates stronger and
more sustainable outcomes for women and marginalized communities. In Pakistan’s social and
economic context, technical skills training alone is often insufficient. Many women navigate structural
inequality, restricted mobility, legal vulnerability, gender-based violence, and ongoing mental health
challenges that directly impact their ability to access and sustain economic opportunities.
For this reason, AuratTech integrates digital skills development with rights-based education,
psychosocial support, and trauma-informed programming. We believe that advancing gender equality
requires creating safe, accessible, and supportive learning environments where women can build both
technical capacity and personal agency.
Mission
AuratTech advances women’s economic empowerment in Pakistan through digital skills training, AI
education, trauma-informed support, and rights-based programming for underserved communities
Vision
We envision a Pakistan where all women have equal access to digital education, economic opportunity,
and the ability to participate fully in the digital economy.
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✦ Trusted Experience
Board of Directors
Mahreen Talha
CEO
Maleeha Hammad
Chairperson
Eram Zehra
Research Manager
Maria Qibtiah
Program Manager
Sana Iqbal
HR and Communication Manager
Loreen Arshad
Personal Assistant to the CEO
Rabia Rasheed
Social Media Content Creator
Hina Rizwan
Trauma Specialist
Alishba Rizwan
Research Associate
Our nearly 20+ committed staff members are ready to help.
✦ CEO
Mahreen Talha
Researcher and gender rights practitioner with 10+ years of experience in gender, education, and
development. Holds a BA in International Relations from LSE and an MA in Child Rights and
Development from King’s College London. Certified Montessori Infant Guide with expertise in early
childhood development and trauma-informed pedagogy.
✦ Chairperson
Maleeha Hammad
Early childhood education specialist and founder of Red Maple Montessori. Over a decade of experience
in curriculum development, learner-centered education, and inclusive teaching practices, with a focus
on positive discipline and holistic learning environments.
✦ Research Manager
Eram Zehra
Research professional with experience in policy analysis, program design, and managing researchdriven initiatives. Previously served as Program Manager at Adam Smith International. Holds a Master’s
degree from the University of Gothenburg.
✦ Program Manager
Maria Qibtiah
7+ years of experience in the social and development sector, including EdTech and curriculum design.
Has led multi-stakeholder projects and contributed to the development of 11 textbooks for the Federal
Ministry of Education.
✦ HR and Communication Manager
Sana Iqbal
Experience in human resources, organizational development, and internal communications. Skilled in
recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and building systems that support inclusive
workplace culture.
✦ Personal Assistant to the CEO
Loreen Arshad
Supports executive operations including scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and administrative
management.
✦ Social Media Content Creator
Rabia Rasheed
Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Arts with specialization in 3D Design and Animation. Experience
in digital storytelling, visual design, and social media strategy.
✦ Trauma Specialist
Hina Rizwan
Clinical Psychologist with an MS in Clinical Psychology (SZABIST). Trained in trauma-informed care, CBT,
DBT, and community-based mental health and psychosocial support
✦ Research Associate
Alishba Rizwan
MA in Roads to Democracies (Political Science & Sociology) from the University of Siegen and an
Honours BA in Philosophy and Political Science with minors in Sociology and Women & Gender Studies
from the University of Toronto. Research experience in qualitative and quantitative methods, policy
analysis, and grant research.
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