Mahnoor Omer

Mahnoor Omer is a young Pakistani campaigner who has been instrumental in the movement to abolish the "period tax" on sanitary products in Pakistan. Her advocacy, alongside other young campaigners, has led to a significant development where the government, through Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, has announced plans to remove sales tax on sanitary towels and related items. The minister recognized these products as "daily necessities that are indispensable for women’s health, dignity and full participation in social activities." This move is a victory for Omer and her fellow activists who took the government to court over these charges. The abolition of the "period tax" is highly relevant as it addresses issues of women's health, dignity, and economic accessibility to essential hygiene products, marking a progressive step for women's rights in Pakistan.