Islamabad, August 12, 2023 – A resounding call for youth empowerment and sustainable action echoed through the halls of Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) as UNFPA Pakistan, School of Leadership Foundation (SoLF) and Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) joined forces to commemorate International Youth Day 2023. The event aimed to celebrate the potential of the youth, acknowledge their challenges, and inspire innovative approaches towards a greener and more sustainable future.<\/p>\n
The event opened with the warm welcome of Ms. Latika Maskey Pradhan, Deputy Representative of UNFPA Pakistan, and Dr Raja Muhammad Qaiser, the esteemed Registrar of Quaid-e-Azam University. Addressing the audience, Ms. Pradhan emphasized the urgency of addressing sustainable development challenges in the current global landscape.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf we nurture innovation and leadership among young people, we can yield a more conscionable generation that has the power and grit and repair the planet” said Ms. Pradhan. “Together, we can unlock their immense potential, harness their creativity and innovation, and build a world that offers equal opportunities for all.”<\/p>\n
Recognizing the importance of green skills for youth, the event featured interactive presentations, dialogues, and a theater performance that captured the essence of the day.<\/p>\n
The collaboration between UNFPA, QAU and SoLF resonated strongly throughout the event, as their joint projects were highlighted as essential steps toward nurturing young leaders for sustainable change.<\/p>\n
“Theater is a powerful medium for conveying messages of change and empowerment. By including a theatre performance in today\u2019s event, our aim was to awaken the hearts and minds of our youth, encouraging thoughtful discussions on our collective role in shaping a greener future,” remarked Mariyam Irfan, the Managing Director of SoLF.<\/p>\n
Empowering youth for social entrepreneurship and green development is the focus of innovative projects like the Health & Well-being Innovation Challenge and Generation Unlimited Challenge. This has led to remarkable ventures such as She-Guard, crafting eco-friendly sanitary pads; Siachen Sherpa, building an artificial glacier for sustainable water in Khaplu, Gilgit Baltistan; and Zamurd Enterprise, replacing plastics with degradable organic Bio Plastic within three to six months. These initiatives were spotlighted at the event, showcasing inspiring models for best practices.<\/p>\n
As the event concluded, participants expressed enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to driving sustainable change. The event served as a rallying point for youth to engage, innovate, and collaborate on critical challenges for the betterment of society and the planet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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