Dr Asma Riaz

Accomplished professional with expertise in training and reviewing SN Social Sciences journal articles, adept at qualitative and quantitative research including interviews, surveys, and statistical analysis. Proficient in SPSS and NVivo for data interpretation and reporting, with a strong background in research coordination, ethical compliance, and fieldwork oversight. Demonstrates excellence in workshop facilitation, conference presentations, social mobilisation, and fostering government/NGO partnerships through interdisciplinary teamwork. Skilled in team supervision, mentoring, workflow optimisation, counselling, psychological support, and urgent response coordination. Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills tailored for diverse audiences; deadline-driven with proven multitasking ability.

• Roll of Honour for achieving the highest marks (First Division) in Bachelor of Arts (2003–2005).
• Merit Scholarship awarded by the Department of Social Work, University of the Punjab.
• Degree with Distinction in M.A. Social Work (2005–2007).
• Achieved 1st position in Punjab Public Service Commission’s competitive exam and recruitment for Social Welfare Officer, Government of Punjab, 2010.
• Acknowledgement Award for organising social and cultural events and the best stage secretary award by the Social Welfare Department, Government of the Punjab.

• Interpersonal Communication, LinkedIn Learning
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, LinkedIn Learning
• The Non-Technical Skills of Effective Data Science, LinkedIn Learning
• Writing Articles, LinkedIn Learning

• Presented a Research Paper titled 'Ambiguous Law and Prevention of Violence against Women in Pakistan' at the 3rd European Conference on Domestic Violence (Oslo).
• Presented a research poster at the Annual Doctoral School Conference (virtual)-School of Law, Royal Holloway, University of London.
• Presented research findings at the Virtual Doctoral Conference conducted by the Department of Law and Criminology and Department of Social Work PGR Research Day, Royal Holloway, University of London.

• Completed multiple advanced research training programmes including: Qualitative Data Analysis (SRA, NVivo), Digital Methods (SeNSS), Feminist & Ethnic Studies (Cardiff University), Peer Review (Publons), Ethics (Royal Holloway), and Career Development – with focus on inclusive methodologies, virtual fieldwork, and non-academic career pathways.

Harmful Customary Practices Against Women in Pakistan and Loopholes in the Anti-Women Customary Practices Act 2011- In Progress.

Anger, Honour, and Gendered Violence in Punjab: A Systematic Qualitative Review of Patriarchal Structures - In Progress.