Her Kadam: Every Step Builds Her Power
Born from a Vision Where Women Lead Peace
Her Kadam takes its name from the Urdu phrase “ہر قدم” (Har Kadam), meaning “every step.” It carries a quiet but powerful idea: that progress is not a single leap, but a series of steps, each one opening a new possibility. At its heart, the platform serves as a global gateway for women seeking scholarships, fellowships, jobs, internships, and leadership opportunities that can reshape the course of their lives. It is built on the understanding that access, when made visible and reachable, can be transformative.
Her Kadam is more than an opportunity board. It is a space that offers clarity, direction, and support in navigating paths that are often scattered or difficult to access. By bringing together scholarships, fellowships, jobs, and leadership programs in one place, it helps make opportunities more visible and easier to reach. At its core, the platform is built on dignity and informed choice. Each opportunity shared is part of a wider commitment to making access more equitable and intentional. Every step a woman takes toward her goals is seen as meaningful progress that strengthens not only her own journey, but also contributes to more inclusive and peaceful societies.
Her Kadam exists within the broader vision of Kainat Kamal, a peace activist and researcher whose work brings together peacebuilding, gender justice, academia, arts, and advocacy. Grounded in the belief that “Peace Needs Women,” her work repositions women as central to shaping systems and futures. Through Her Kadam and her wider initiatives, she creates pathways that connect access with agency, ensuring that women are not only present, but empowered to lead, influence, and transform the spaces they enter.
What Drives Us
Empowerment
We believe every woman deserves access to opportunities that can transform her life and community.
Global Reach
We connect women from all corners of the world with international opportunities.
Community
We foster a supportive community where women uplift and inspire each other.
Accessibility
We make information accessible, organized, and easy to navigate for all users.
How We Help Women Succeed
Curate Opportunities
We research and verify hundreds of scholarships, fellowships, jobs, and programs specifically for women.
Provide Resources
Our guides, templates, and tips help women craft winning applications and prepare for success.
Build Community
We connect women with mentors, peers, and networks that support their growth and development.
The People Behind Her Kadam
A passionate team dedicated to opening doors for women worldwide.
Kainat Kamal
Founder & CEO
PhD Scholar at NUST and Visiting Research Fellow at ANU. Her work sits at the intersection of peacebuilding, gender justice, and creative advocacy, with a focus on making women’s empowerment a lived reality rather than an abstract ideal.
Alishba Irfan
Content & Editorial Curator
A high-achieving high school student with exceptional analytical and creative abilities. She brings a fresh, intuitive perspective to shaping content that is both accessible and impactful for a global audience.
Barira Ahmad
Research Lead
Master’s student at NUST with a strong grounding in academic research and analysis. She is responsible for identifying, verifying, and structuring opportunities with clarity and depth.
Tehreem Tariq
Communications & Outreach Strategist
Independent researcher focused on dialogue, visibility, and external engagement. She works on building meaningful connections and ensuring Her Kadam reaches the right communities and partners.
Faruzan Anwar Butt
Mentorship & Application Guidance Advisor
PhD Scholar at Beijing University with expertise in academic excellence and professional development. She supports applicants through mentorship, feedback, and strategic guidance to strengthen their applications and success pathways.