Sharmeela Rassool

At the Pakistan Governance Forum 2026, I shared a simple message: climate shocks are fiscal shocks. Climate risk must shape how we budget and invest. A child lens in climate finance ensures we protect vulnerable communities and safeguard Pakistan’s future.

Thank you @PernilleUNICEF for your time today and welcoming us at your office. @UNICEF_Pakistan continues to be a valued and trusted partner hosting a good number of @UNVolunteers. We look forward to further strengthening this collaboration. @UNinPak @UNVAsiaPacific

Evidence matters when shaping policies for children. @UNICEF & @PIDEpk brought together policymakers, researchers, academia & partners in Islamabad to share evaluation & research findings commissioned by UNICEF & partners to strengthen evidence-based decision-making for children.

Pakistan's children are growing up in a digital world & it’s our job to keep them safe. At the @UNICEF x @telenorpakistan event, partners highlighted progress on building digital skills, awareness & safer policies. Together we must keep pushing for digital safety #ForEveryChild.

On #WorldChildrensDay, the KPK Assembly belonged to children, and they made every moment count. 💙 They spoke up for their rights, shared their ideas, and reminded us that when we listen to young people, real change begins.

Being online should be a safe & enjoyable experience. If something doesn’t feel right, speak up & reach out to an adult you trust. You deserve respect both offline & online. Stay smart & stay safe. There is #NoExcuse for online abuse. #16DaysOfActivism

Federal Minister for Religious Affairs urged the launch of a national movement to promote & protect #breastfeeding, calling it both a public health priority & a moral responsibility. With UNICEF’s support, 90+ Ulema & health leaders endorsed a joint declaration to support mothers

Good news! 🇵🇰 @nhsrcofficial has signed a Letter of Intent to join the Children’s Environmental Health Collaborative & the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future. This is a vital step towards protecting children from harmful lead exposure and environmental risks.🩵🌍

Honoured to represent the UN family in 🇵🇰 as Acting UNRC at a gathering to end digital violence against women & girls for the #16DaysOfActivism. Grateful to Minister @AzamNazeerTarar & partners for their commitment, and to the Seen and Unseen artists for their powerful advocacy.

Proud to amplify the voices of our Youth Advocates, Taqwa (18) & Zunaira (15). Taqwa calls for stronger health, nutrition & learning for girls and Zunaira shares what it meant to represent young voices from🇵🇰at UNGA Taqwa tinyurl.com/3h75fnkm Zunaira tinyurl.com/4hsrdp8j

@UNICEF_Pakistan Deputy Country Representative, Sharmeela Rasool underscored the crucial role of faith leaders in child protection. With children projected to reach only 50% of their potential by age 18, she called for action on child labour, birth registration & child marriage

Story 07: Javairyia’s Echoes of Empowerment. A 15-year-old, married at 14, trapped in violence and facing another forced marriage. Javairyia & her team stepped in when she needed it most. During the #16 DaysOfActivism we stand with every girl whose story demands action #NoExcuse

On #WorldAIDSDay, UNICEF, UNAIDS & WHO flag the rise in HIV infections among mothers & children in Pakistan. Child cases have grown from 530 in 2010 to 1800 today, driven by unsafe injections, poor blood safety & missed maternal testing. Read our op-ed: tinyurl.com/3s4ubmxd

#WorldChildrensDay in Sindh, Pakistan!

What an inspiring #WorldChildrensDay! Children across Pakistan shared their voices through theatre, Youth Parliament & a new digital‑safety song. Their courage reminds us: kids must always be part of the decisions that affect their lives. Thank you, @NCRC_Pakistan! #ForEveryChild

Every child deserves a healthy start in life. 🩵 With 17,000 measles cases reported in Pakistan this year, the risk is real. Join the Measles-Rubella campaign from 17–29 Nov & vaccinate children 6 months–under 5 yrs. Protect your little ones today 💉 @MoNHSRC @Gavi @WHOPakistan

This #WorldChildrensDay, we’re calling for a renewed commitment to build the future children deserve, and that is enshrined in their rights. Let’s listen to children’s voices, and ensure their rights are not only heard, but upheld.

Across South Asia, girls are driven, skilled and determined to shape their own futures. They want equal opportunities & they want them now. Balochistan’s new child marriage law is a major step forward. Full implementation will be key to ensuring protection of children's rights.

Together, we can build a world where children thrive and reach their full potential. This #WorldChildrensDay, repeat after us: Investing in children today, secures a better future for all.

Thank you @NigarNazar for leading art therapy sessions with children from flood-affected districts of Punjab, to reduce their stress/trauma, provide an outlet for creative expression and instill hope.