Shakir's first book, Khushbu, was awarded the Adamjee Award. Later, she was awarded the Pride of Performance, one of Pakistan's highest honors.
Upon her death, the
Parveen Shakir Trust was established by her close friend, Parveen Qadir
Agha. The Parveen Shakir Trust organizes a yearly function and gives out
the "Aks-e-Khushbo" award.