Fatima Majeed
Fatima Majeed is an activist and social worker dedicated to the rights of fishing communities in Sindh, Pakistan. As the Senior Vice-chairperson of the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum, she advocates for sustainable fishing practices and environmental protection, particularly in the face of climate change and industrial development that threaten the livelihoods of local fishermen. With a deep understanding of the historical richness of the Indus Delta, Majeed emphasizes the necessity of restoring the natural flow of the river to revitalize the region's ecology and economy. Her recent recognition with the Tamgha-e-Karachi underscores her commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability.
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Fatima Majeed has been appointed as the chairperson of the Sindh Fisheries Department, becoming the first woman from the fishing community to become so.
Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum’s Fatima Majeed appointed head of Sindh Fisheries Department - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-08-22
Fatima Majeed, a climate activist, works with the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum and highlights the loss of culture due to displacement.
Death of a delta: Pakistan’s Indus sinks and shrinks - PakistanPakistan· 2025-08-05
Fatima Majeed is an activist who led a boat tour to raise awareness about Karachi's coastal mangroves.
How Pakistan fell in love with sushi | Pakistan
United Kingdom· 2025-06-12
Fatima Majeed highlighted the effects of climate change on women from Thatta, Sujawal and Badin.
This year’s Karachi Aurat March is being held on Mother’s Day to pay tribute to their unpaid labour - CulturePakistan· 2025-03-08
Fatima Majeed is an activist, social worker and Senior Vice-chairperson of the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum.
The Vanishing Paradise of the Indus Delta - RecentPakistan· 2025-02-17