PFUJ condemns unethical and immoral attack on women in Ummat
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 5 April 2021
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The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists has condemned the derogatory labeling of women in Ummat's recent issue. They emphasize the need for accountability in journalism.Summary
ISLAMABAD—Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has strongly condemned an immoral and unethical attack on women in Monday’s edition of daily Ummat and termed it against all journalism principles and ethics.
The paper referred to women participants of the Aurat March as ‘whores’ on its front page.
President PFUJ Shahzada Zulfiqar and Secretary-General Nasir Zaidi said that never in the history of Pakistani journalism had such words been used against any segment of society.
The union leaders said it seemed that the paper was being used to fulfill the agenda of extremist elements which do not want to see women folks contributing to society’s development.
They urged the All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) to take immediate and appropriate action against the Ummat management.
Key Points
- PFUJ condemns Ummat's attack on women in its publication.
- The term 'whores' was used against Aurat March participants.
- Union leaders call for action from All Pakistan Newspapers Society.
- PFUJ highlights a breach of journalism principles and ethics.
- Concerns raised over extremist agendas targeting women's contributions.
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