How does it feel being the next Mrs. Pakistan World?
Wow!!! It’s an amazing feeling. I am still overjoyed with the final results.
Tell us a little about yourself and your hobbies.
I have 5 other siblings, 2 older and the rest younger. Ever since I remember, I have dreamed of being a Police officer. I got married in 2004 and have 2 children. I enjoy dancing, working out, listening to music, and spending time with my family.
How is family life, tell us a bit about your husband and children?
Family life is good, challenging every step of the way but priceless. My husband Junaid Javed is a sweet heart, very outgoing person, and love to travel, positive attitude and very supportive. We have two children Adaa and Rayhan. Adaa is almost 3 years of age and Rayhan is 17 months. Since I'm a stay home mom they keep me busy. It’s hard raising two small children specially so close in age. I always wanted to spend as much time as I can with them before I go back to work.
Pakistan is in a lot of political and military turmoil, how as Mrs. Pakistan would you help ease such tensions amongst people about Pakistan?
We all have to work together to resolve issues. Pakistan is a very beautiful country that has the potential to come out of his turmoil with the help of its loyal people. I as Mrs. Pakistan will try my level best to cause awareness against terrorism.
Pakistan has been in the news in a very solid way since last year, as a Mrs. Pakistan what’s your insight in Politics?
I am hoping the politicians of Pakistan work together in resolving these issues, and think of their people not themselves.
Your message to the other married Pakistani women.
Besides being a mother, and a wife we are still part of the society. I believe in setting goals for yourself and working towards them.
I guess this year has been lucky for you! What are you planning for this long year now that you are Mrs. Pakistan World 2009?
Yes, Mashallah the year has been lucky for this and many more reasons. I haven't set any goals as of yet because it’s all so fresh but I do look forward to representing Pakistan at international level and to the best to my ability.
The concept of married women becoming beauty queens is a very slow growing concept. Where would you want to see your country Pakistan in the next 5 years in beauty pageants?
I believe 5 years is not a long time for this kind of transaction, but every bit counts. Its a dream to win international pageant and u never know, what the future holds. Pakistani's got talent but are hesitant to show it
You are an achiever, and have gone down in history as the third crowned Mrs. Pakistan World, how does your family feel?
Actually to be every honest, they didn't know it was that big of a deal. My parents thought it was one of the local pageants and I won, until I explained to them, overall they are happy and very supportive of me and that’s what matters the most.
How would you describe the situation of Pakistani women in today's world?
Pakistani women have changed for better over the years. Today they are modern, self confident, well educated, and with good careers
You represent the modern side of Pakistan and Pakistani women. How do you think the majority of the community will react to the crowning of the third Mrs. Pakistan World in history?
I believe our Pakistani community will be happier to see a young Pakistani mother and a wife represent her country. I hope this motivates other women to participate in future pageants.
A modern image of Pakistan is very necessary for Pakistan. In the past 10 years Pakistan has gone through a change and has now come to maintain a bit of modernity. How do you think your contributions will affect Pakistan and its image? (Please do not talk about charities).
With my eastern and western values as a Canadian/Pakistani woman, my thought and ideas would have somewhat of an impact, as I have strong communication skills in both languages, I am a self starter and curious to hear and see how Pakistan has changed, not only as a growing modern society but how it has changed the lives of people of all ages. My experience can be very helpful whether speaking both languages, translating for education, helping seniors, speaking to school age children about their future and even counseling for students who wish to study aboard. My thoughts and my actions are yet to grow with this wonderful opportunity. I have two children of my own and want to give them the best future and education possible. I want them to learn the values and know their heritage, roots and most of all the culture they belong too.
As a woman and mother and wife, what advise do you have for those women who are struggling to come out of the male dominated society?
Believe in yourself, when there is a will, there's a way.
Coordinated and presented by: Dr.Devendra Mishra on behalf of ZAI
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