Resource Persons
Abdulrehman Sheikh
عبد الرحمان شیخ نے اپنی تعلیم گورنمنٹ کالج یونیورسٹی لاہور اور پنجاب یونیورسٹی سے حاصل کی ہے۔ وہ ریڈیو پاکستان کے ساتھ بطور آر جے اور ڈراما آرٹسٹ بھی منسلک – ہیں۔ بزریعہ روزگار وہ ایک ملتی نیشنل کمپنی میں اپنی خدمات سر انجام دے رہے ہیں اور کلاسیکی ادب موسیقی اور ثقافت کے فروغ کے لیے کوشاں ہیں۔ ان کا تعلق سنو کہانی میری زبانی کے ساتھ اوائل سے ہے، جہاں انہوں نے. مختلف کردار ادا کر کے بچوں کو تفریح فراہم کی ہے۔
Ahsan Shabir
Engr. Ahsan Shabir is a seasoned Mobile Phone Repairing Instructor dedicated to empowering students with essential skills for mobile phone repair. With over a decade of teaching and professional experience, he brings invaluable expertise to his role, training students in diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques, component replacement, and software upgrades for various devices, including iPhones, Android phones, and other electronic gadgets. His structured classes emphasize practical knowledge, preparing students to excel in mobile phone maintenance and repair, making him a highly skilled and respected figure in the field.
Aimen Shakeel
I’m Aimen Shakeel Abbasi, a researcher with Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), bringing over three years of experience in the development sector with a focus on education projects. I’m also a proud gold medalist from the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE).
At this festival, I’ll be guiding young minds into the world of storytelling and wordplay, helping each child create their own unique narrative. Using interactive prompts and collaborative exercises, my goal is to spark creativity and encourage confident self-expression in the young minds.
Ali Raza
Ali Raza is a dedicated Coach Mentor at the Pakistan Literacy Project, with a profound commitment to promoting literacy and cultivating a love for libraries, reading, and storytelling. His mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for learning among young minds, guiding them on their educational journey with inspiration and support. As a Coach Mentor, Ali has trained over 1,000 teachers in effective library management, equipping them with the tools to create enriching and accessible learning spaces for students.
His background in theater brings an engaging, creative dimension to his mentoring approach, transforming learning into a captivating and interactive experience for children. Ali believes in the transformative power of storytelling to spark imagination, build foundational skills, and foster a deep love for education among young learners.
Ammara Naseem
I am Ammara Nasim, Deputy Secretary MoFEPT, an education administration expert with over 19 years of experience, has made significant contributions in both teaching and administrative roles within Pakistan’s educational institutions. Currently serving as a Deputy Secretary, she is known for her expertise in staff management, administrative affairs and policy formulation.
Ammara has led initiatives to enhance foundational learning and developed training programs for teachers and students. Her work in research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and she has presented at various national and international conferences, underscoring her dedication to improving education standards.
Arooj Jahangir
Arooj Jahangir, Assistant Professor Federal College of Education, Islamabad, is a dedicated educationist with extensive experience of 22 years in teaching, curriculum development, and educational planning. She holds an M.Phil in Education Planning and Management and multiple Master’s degrees in Islamiat and Education, all earned with distinction. With over two decades of service in Pakistan’s education sector, She has significantly contributed to early childhood care, inclusive education, and teacher training programs at both national and international levels. She has been recognized for her exceptional work, including receiving an “Excellence Award of Action Plan” in Korea. Known for her commitment to enhancing the education system, she has worked on curriculum revisions, organized international conferences, and collaborated with organizations to improve educational resources.
Arooj Khalid
Arooj Khalid is a climate and girls’ education activist. She completed her Master’s in Education Policy from Harvard University and currently works to improve access and quality of education for marginalized groups at Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi.
She is also a Fulbright Scholar and an Acumen and Malala Fund Fellow. Previously, she has represented Pakistan’s education sector on intergovernmental platforms, impacting thousands of children through her work with the Malala Fund, TCF, and Science Fuse. Arooj is a member of the Board of Directors at Youth Journalism International and an aspiring children’s author.
Atif Badar
Atif Badar is an exceptionally versatile actor with a wealth of experience spanning various domains. From theater, voice-overs, and screen acting to his role as an acting coach, drama teacher, storyteller, writer, director, drama therapist, dramatic reader, and even a culinary expert, Atif’s career is a testament to his multifaceted talents. His journey commenced in 1993 when he embarked on his acting career with Tehrik e Niswan. Currently, Since 2010 Atif serves as a theater and creative movement teacher in well esteemed schools and college in Karachi. His tenure also includes as an actor for four years with the Katha Theatre Group. As a theatre drama teacher he directed and conceptualized over 130 Long and Short Plays over 13 years, with 25 of them being his original creations. Four of his theater plays have earned the distinction of best play awards. He also worked for Adab Festival and Karachi Literature Festival. Few years ago Atif received PLF award for his best work for Pakistan Learning Festival.
Arshad Mahmood
Mr. Arshad Mahmood has been associated with the development sector for over 20 years. Mr. Mahmood has experience in programme development, quality and management, monitoring and reporting progress, conducting situation analysis for evidence based advocacy and campaigning, media and communications and research for rule of law related topics and human and child rights issues including child protection, child and bonded labour, early and forced marriages, education including girls education, child survival and nutrition, implementation of the UN CRC Concluding Observations and Recommendations, SDGs, rule of law, governance and civil society strengthening and capacity building of duty bearers etc. at the national and international level. Mr. Mahmood have experience of heading Program Teams including Governance, Civil Society Strengthening, Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Advocacy and Communication teams at the International NGOs such as Save the Children International and Save the Children UK and Contractors such as DAI and Coffey International.
Baela Raza Jamil
Baela Raza Jamil, CEO of Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) centre for education and consciousness and the founder of the Children’s and Teachers’ Literature Festivals in Pakistan as a social movement called the Pakistan Learning Festival. She is an avid promoter of publications for children- a growing portfolio under ITA. A public policy advocate, for right to education 25A, ECCE, girls’ education and empowerment and public private partnerships, Baela leads the Learning initiative of ASER Pakistan, and foundational learning program Chalo Parho Barho(CPB)/ Teaching at the Right Level (TARL). She represents Pakistan as an advisor and board member for Education & Learning innovations at national and global levels.
Benish Fatimah Sahi
Benish Fatimah Sahi, an officer of the Pakistan Administrative Service (BS-19), has been serving as the Director General of the Punjab Institute of Language, Art and Culture (PILAC) since February 2023, following the retirement of Dr. Sughra Sadaf. Renowned for her commitment to cultural promotion and her strong administrative acumen, Ms. Sahi has successfully managed and enhanced the institute’s diverse array of programs and initiatives.
Over her 17-year career, Ms. Benish Fatimah Sahi has held various significant positions. Before her current role at PILAC, she served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA). Prior to her posting at PSPA, she served as the Director General of the Child Protection and Welfare Bureau, demonstrating her commitment to social welfare and child protection. Additionally, she has held important roles in the Government of Punjab’s Agriculture and School Education Departments.
As Director General of PILAC, Benish Fatimah Sahi has further cemented the institute’s reputation as a vital center for preserving and celebrating Punjab’s linguistic and cultural heritage. Under her stewardship, PILAC has launched numerous impactful projects, including literary competitions, cultural events, and the publication of literature in Punjabi and Saraiki. She remains dedicated to promoting the Punjabi language, and fostering arts and literature that reflect Punjab’s cultural richness.
Ehsan Ullah
Ehsan Ullah role centres on fostering coordinating humanitarian responses as Coordinator Education Sector Working Group (ESWG) and resilient education systems .
With a robust background in strategic planning and program development, Ehsan have contributed significantly to the Education Sector Working Group, ensuring effective response planning for humanitarian funding during crises. His expertise in strategic education planning, honed through comprehensive training and practical application, is instrumental in advancing access to education in emergencies and educational resilience programmes.
Dr. Ejaz Ahmed
Dr. Ejaz Ahmed is an Assistant Professor of Botany at the Federal College of Education, H-9, Islamabad, with a Ph.D. in Plant Sciences and expertise in plant systematics, biodiversity, and medicinal plants. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Ejaz is a dedicated educator, known for integrating scientific knowledge with innovative teaching methods to foster curiosity, scientific thinking, and analytical skills in his students.
In addition to his teaching role, Dr. Ejaz is an active teacher trainer specializing in science education and pedagogy. His commitment to enhancing self-confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in both teachers and students reflects his passion for empowering the next generation of learners and educators.
Faisal Bari
Dr. Faisal Bari is an economist with over twenty-five years of research/teaching experience in the areas of economics of education, philosophy of education, social protection, industrial organization. microeconomics, game theory and economic development. He is an associate professor of economics at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore, Pakistan. He was also the Dean for the School of Education at LUMS (2020-2023). He is CEO (Jan 2024-Present) and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives (IDEAS).
Previous to this, Dr. Bari was CEO for IDEAS (2015-2020), Executive Director for Mahbub ul Haq Human Development Centre (2004-2006), and Visiting Assistant Professor of economics at Yale University, New Haven (2000-2001). A former Rhodes Scholar (Pakistan-1988), Dr. Bari has a BA (honors) from Oxford, and a doctorate from McGill University.
Fajer Rabia Pasha
Social Entrepreneur, Activist, Global Leader, and Key Influencer, Ms. Fajer Rabia Pasha is a leading advocate for advancing educational opportunities for girls in Pakistan. A lifelong champion for girls’ education and rights, she is a prominent figure in Pakistan’s social work and educational landscape.
Fajer’s dedication to creating social change through education and entrepreneurship is unwavering. With 23 years of experience in championing women’s welfare, and establishing, and leading social enterprises in both England and Pakistan, she currently serves as the Executive Director of the Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education (PAGE). She is also a Member of the Board of Governors for the National Education Foundation, under the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Pakistan.
Her commitment and influence continue to drive impactful change for girls’ education across the nation.
Fareeha Nasim
As a seasoned Digital Safety Trainer and industry professional, I offer a robust skill set honed through my current role as the Manager of Advocacy and Reporting at ITA. my primary focus lies in equipping individuals with essential digital literacy skills and ensuring their safety in the online realm. With a background in training, student counseling, and career guidance, I have successfully empowered individuals to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape. Proficient in strategic planning and effective communication, I am dedicated to fostering a safer online environment. My goal is to contribute to the enhancement of digital safety through a proactive and informed approach. I welcome the opportunity to connect and explore how my expertise can be a valuable asset in fortifying digital safety measures.
Fatima Jaffar
Fatima Jaffar is a human rights activist, who has a diverse working background in the protection of child/women’s rights. She is a Psychosocial counseling expert for youth and victims of GBV/child abuse. She used to conduct mental health and mindfulness activities. She worked for the mainstreaming of Juveniles, children with incarcerated families, and children in labor. She is Alumni of the Exchange program “International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP)” to America on coalition building for Gender-Based Violence. She is leading a project on Child labor since 2017 in Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) to provide education and life skills for adopting alternate earning resources. She will serve PLF as team lead for volunteer management, Registration desk, feedback, and evaluation and also will be in charge of the ITA stall.
Fatima Saeed
Fatima Saeed is a climate change researcher and an advocate for sustainable solutions. She works to bridge the gap between climate science and its implementation via ESG practices. At ScienceFuse, Fatima is a fellow striving to become a better science communicator to bring the magic of science to life.
Fauzia Minallah
Fauzia Minallah is a prominent and a well known artist, author, photographer, environmentalist activist and a political cartoonist based in Islamabad. She is also the founder of Funkor Child Art Center. She has been painting since the age of 12 when she was a student of SS Haider (an eminent artist from Peshawar). She likes to think of her art as windows to the soul that reflects inner emotions. Fauzia Minallah’s passion for art and books is an outcome of her activism for heritage, conservation, environmental and social matters. Through children’s literature she raises issues of peace, tolerance and justice. Her involvement with children is through the platform of Funkor Child Art Centre, carrying out art and book reading workshops for children living in shanty towns, for special children; refugee and Internally Displaced children (IDPs) and so on. Funkor was short listed for the Bremen Peace award in Germany in 2009, as one of the nominated projects and organizations, which are exemplary in their work for peace, justice and integrity of creation for democratizing art education and making it accessible to kids from low-income families, so that they too can playfully discover their own creativity.
Fizza Choudhary
Fizza Choudhary is an inspiring young woman fighting against patriarchal norms and empowering girls.
As a Criminologist and Monitoring and Evaluation Manager for Aawaz II Project at Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi, Fizza embodies determination and hope for gender equality and women’s empowerment.
A vocal advocate against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), she is a sought-after speaker, shedding light on critical issues and inspiring change.
Fizza Hussain
Fizza Hussain is a hospital teacher working with the Childhood Cancer Care Foundation. She works for the special children in the hospital, bringing new techniques and strategies to teach these kids suffering from different diseases and focusing on quality education. At Science Fuse, she is a fellow with, a mission to become an exquisite science communicator and make science learning more festivity and interactive.
Humaira Naseer
Humaira Naseer , National Eudcation Cluster Coordinator with Save The Children and with 15 years education related experience in UNICEF, UNESCO and many national and Internationl NGOs in Pakistan and Sudan .
Hurmat
Hurmat works as a coordinator at the British Council Lahore Library. She loves to read and talk about books. She has over 7 years of experience in children’s storytelling and interactive events for the younger audience. She’s excited to be a part of PLF this year!
Javed Ahmed Malik
Javed Ahmed Malik has worked on social transformation programs in past 20 years in Pakistan and abroad and till recently was the Pakistan Director of Democracy Reporting International working with Parliaments, ministries and civil society to strengthen parliamentary oversight of public policy at the Federal and provincial level.
Javed led DFID’s largest £450M Education program in the world in Punjab for seven years (2009-16) while leading Chief Ministers Education Reform Roadmap delivering rapid transformational progress in a system of 54000 school bringing back additional 2 million out of school children, improving learning levels and achieving major efficiency gains at school level. Javed is doctorate fellow at Institute of Policy Research, University of Bath and is a graduate of Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University, Massachusetts, USA.
Joshua Dilawar
Joshua Dilawar is from the Institute for Social and Youth Development (ISYD), National Coordinator of YPEER Pakistan, member of the Prime Minister’s National Youth Council. working on youth empowerment, meaningful youth engagement, gender equality, and reproductive health and rights. Drawing inspiration from his theatre background, Joshua has used art and digital campaigns to cultivate human rights dialogues and call for greater sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) education – empowering young women in particular to have agency over their own bodies.
Joshua’s innovative methodologies are wide in scope with a unifying underlying theme of education in its many forms as a tool for peace and advancement of gender equality. In recognition of his work on gender equality, SRHR and towards the elimination of gender-based violence, Joshua was awarded with the Bill and Melinda Gates Institute’s Youth Leadership Award, Youth Icon Award and Prime Minister’s Youth Excellence Award.
Kazim Saeed
Kazim Saeed, Chairman ITA, is a policy and strategy professional focusing on economic development. For over twenty years, he has provided energy policy advice to governments with the World Bank.
Over the past decade, he has built new business models for growth in agriculture with Pakistan’s largest business groups, ADB, USAID, FAO, etc., and serves on the boards of pioneering companies: Naimat Collateral and Khushhaal Kissan. Kazim Saeed’s award-winning book Dou Pakistan: Har Pakistani Gharanay Tak Khushhaali presents a comprehensive strategy for delivering prosperity to every Pakistani household by Pakistan’s 100th birthday in 2047.
Khadija Shahper Bakhtiar
Khadija Shahper Bakhtiar is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Teach For Pakistan, a national nonprofit organization that nurtures leadership to end educational inequity. Teach For Pakistan provides inspired university graduates the opportunity and support to teach for two years in low-income communities through a structured Fellowship program and develop the leadership skills and contextual understandings to affect long-term, system-wide reform for educational equity.
She first had the idea to launch Teach For Pakistan in 2010 while pursuing a graduate degree at the Goldman School of Public Policy, University of California, Berkeley. Inspired by the impact and conviction of Teach For America Alumni to lead change, Khadija returned to Pakistan in 2010 to launch a similar program locally. Khadija led the Teach For Pakistan program through its four-year incubation period, recruiting, developing, and graduating hundreds of exceptional leaders who are working nationwide to accelerate systemic change for equity and excellence in education. In 2017, Teach For Pakistan launched as an independent organization and currently has 160 Fellows teaching 12,000+ students across high-need public schools in rural areas around Islamabad. Teach For Pakistan’s leading partners include the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, the Federal Directorate of Education, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
Khadija has also led Teach For All’s teacher and alumni leadership development work with partners in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa regions. She is a Fulbright Scholar with a Master of Public Policy from UC Berkeley and a BSc. (hon) in Social Sciences from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), which recognized her efforts with Teach For Pakistan through the 2019 Vice Chancellor’s Alumni Achievement Award.
She has experience with organizations working on women’s and children’s empowerment, including UN Women in New York City, HomeBase in San Francisco, Rozan, and the Center of Gender and Policy Studies, Islamabad. She also serves on various Boards and advisory groups, including the National Education Foundation, Punjab Examination Commission, Teach For All’s Network Advisory Committee, and the Bardasht non-profit school in Tarnol, Islamabad.
Khet Kumar
Khet Kumar brings over eight years of experience in implementing, designing, and leading Robotics & STEAM curricula across various public and private educational settings. Khet runs an ed-tech consultancy firm that delivers STEM, AI, CS, and robotics curricula to K-12 schools. He currently consults with multiple educational institutions both nationally and internationally. Khet has also authored numerous books with international publishers including Marshall Cavendish and Hodder Education, UK.
Recently, Khet published a computer science book series titled Digital Horizon, which is designed for primary and middle school students. These books incorporate the latest tools and technologies, ensuring students have access to cutting-edge information. Through this series, he aims to equip a broad audience with the latest technological knowledge.
Khurshid Khan
Khurshid Khan is a social activist and educationalist having professional experienced of around 10 years. He is the co-founder and CEO of TEAM and “Content Writer-TaleemART” as well as working as a teacher in elementary and secondary education department Peshawar. He also worked with Laajverd on environmental conservation and climate change in Gilgit Baltistan and is a team member of cross cultural studies on Kalash Community District Chitral.
Leena Ahmed
Leena is a social development professional with more than 18 years’ experience in programme development and management. She is leading and managing the programme portfolio of Sightsavers in Pakistan. She has vast experience of managing large-scale development programmes with federal and provincial governments, NGOs, and Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in eye health, inclusive education, and disability sectors.
She is playing an instrumental role in Sightsavers’ s work on inclusive education and contributed in development of inclusive education curriculum for pre-service teachers, building capacity of provincial education department teams on disability disaggregated data collection in annual school census and other initiatives to improve access of children with disabilities to education.
She strongly believes in rights-based principles and systems strengthening approach for sustainable impact.
Manahil Naeem
Manahil Naeem is Junior Associate, Research at the Pakistan Foundational Learning Hub where she is working on the implementation of the Federal Foundational Learning Policy.
Muhammad Jawad
Muhammad Jawad is a PhD scholar and lecturer in Animation and Multimedia Design at National Textile University, Faisalabad. Known for his dynamic approach to digital media and design, Jawad specializes in using animation as a powerful storytelling medium. He is passionate about empowering students and young creatives to harness animation for meaningful expression and social impact. At his upcoming seminar titled “Let’s Animate with Jawad,” he will explore how animation can be a transformative tool for both personal and community storytelling, blending traditional techniques with modern technology to engage diverse audiences.
Through this session, Jawad aims to inspire participants to create animations that reflect their unique perspectives, fostering a new generation of storytellers with the skills and creativity to contribute positively to the digital world. Jawad’s dedication to education extends beyond the classroom, with initiatives that promote creative literacy, digital media skills, and innovative design thinking.
Manzil-e-Maqsood
Manzil is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, UK and National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST-NU), Lahore, Pakistan, with an academic background in education research, educational assessment, educational technologies, project management, and teaching. She has more than 15 years of experience in STEM/STEAM education, formative assessments, teachers’ capacity building, ICT for education, and ed- tech solutions for science and math instruction. She has been a permanent faculty member at NUST
Department of Innovative Technologies in Learning, and has also taught at FAST-NU Lahore.
Manzil is a strong believer of hands-on, experiential, and project-based learning, and through her company Oxbridge Innovative Solutions, aims to impart the love of ‘making’ and ‘learning-by-doing’ among children so that they could apply textbook knowledge to real-life problems through critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication.
Manzil also works on building teachers’ capacity in STEM pedagogical approaches.She has recently launched a series of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) educational products called Chotay Kaarsaaz for children aged 6-16 years.
Maryam Akhtar
Maryam Akhtar is a Peace & Conflict Studies Scholar and a Climate Advocate who is passionate about making climate education accessible for children and youth. In her role as Outreach and Partnerships Assistant at ScienceFuse she’s making STEM fun and interactive for kids and children from all walks of life either privileged or underprivileged. The motto is to leave no one behind and focus on Quality Education.
Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani
Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani is a distinguished civil servant with over 22 years of experience in top management roles within the public sector. He holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering from UET, Lahore, an LLM from Warwick, UK, and a Master’s in Development Studies from the Institute of Social Studies, The Hague.
Mr. Wani began his career in the Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) after passing the Civil Superior Services Examination. His notable roles include Chief Secretary of Gilgit-Baltistan (April 2022 to October 2023), Special Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (December 2023 to April 2024), and Additional Secretary, where he also served as Director General of the National Rehmatul Aalmeen Authority, CEO of the National Endowment Scholarships for Talent (NEST), and Chairman of the NFC Engineering Institute Faisalabad.
From July 2018 to June 2020, he was the Chief Operations Officer and Adviser to the CEO at the National Disaster Risk Management Fund. His earlier roles include Director General of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) in Punjab, Joint Secretary at the Prime Minister’s Office, Secretary for Information, Culture, and Archaeology in Punjab, and Managing Director of the Punjab Education Foundation.
Mr. Wani’s career reflects exceptional leadership and a commitment to public service. He currently serves as the Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, a role he has held since April 2024.
Murad Ali Mohmand
Mr. Murad Ali Mohmand, the Managing Director of the National Book Foundation under Pakistan’s Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training. With an impressive 24-year career, Mr. Mohmand holds master’s degrees in Political Science, International Relations, History, and Business Administration. Recently recognized with the Best Academia Award in Sindh, he brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his current role.
Previously, Mr. Mohmand served as the Project Director for Sports in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government, where he oversaw the development of various recreational facilities—a contribution highly commended by provincial authorities. Today, he tirelessly promotes a culture of reading and book appreciation across Pakistan, establishing himself as a driving force behind numerous book fairs nationwide. Notably, he organized an impressive 346 book fairs last year alone, setting a remarkable standard for literary engagement.
نجیبہ عارف
پروفیسر ڈاکٹر نجیبہ عارف اکادمی ادبیات پاکستان کی پہلی خاتون صدر نشین ہیں۔ اس سے پہلے آپ بین الاقوامی اسلامی یونی ورسٹی اسلام آباد میں ڈین کلیۂ زبان و ادب کے عہدے پر فائزر ہیں۔ آپ آٹھ سال تک اسی یونیورسٹی میں صدر شعبۂ اردو بھی رہیں۔آپ ایک نامور تخلیق کار، مترجم اور محقق ہیں۔
تخلیقی اعتبار سے شاعری،فکشن، رپورتاژ نگاری اور سفرنامہ نگاری آپ کی دلچسپی کے علاقے ہیں۔آپ کی شاعری کے مجموعے ’’معانی سے زیادہ‘‘ کو ۲۰۱۵کی بہترین ادبی کتاب کا ایوارڈ ملا ۔روحانی جستجو پر کتاب ‘‘راگنی کی کھوج میں’’ افسانوں کا مجموعہ‘‘میٹھے نلکے’’، ناول ‘‘ مكھوٹا’’، دو سفرنامےاور متعدد انشائی مضامین شائع ہو چکے ہیں۔
آپ پاکستان میں اردو کے تحقیقی مجلات کی اشاریہ سازی کے پہلے ادارے ‘‘مرکز اشاریہ سازی‘‘ کی بانی ہیں جس کے تحت‘‘اشاریۂ اردو جرائد’’کی چار جلدیں شائع ہو چکی ہیں۔
ان کی علمی دلچسپی کا نمایاں میدان نوآبادیاتی عہد میں غرب شناسی، سیرت نویسی، بر عظیم کی صوفیانہ روایت اوراردو ادب، بالخصوص فکشن کا سماجی و سیاسی مطالعہ ہے؛ تاہم ان کی اہم علمی جہت تحقیقِ متن ہے۔ انھوں نے یورپ کی مختلف لائبریریوں سے، اٹھارھویں اور انیسویں صدی کے درجن بھر قدیم مخطوطات دریافت کیے اور ان کی ترتیب و تدوین کر کے شائع کیا۔انھوں نے لندن یونیورسٹی برطانیہ سے پوسٹ ڈاکٹریٹ کی۔
بطور مترجم چند انگریزی نظموں اور نثرپاروں کے اردو ترجمے کے علاوہ انھوں نے ایک ضخیم کتابAllah-Measuring the Intangible کا اردو ترجمہ کیا ہے۔مزید برآں انھوں نے قصیدہ بردہ شریف کا عربی سے اردو میں منظوم ترجمہ بھی كیا ہے جو ’’نواح کاظمہ‘‘ کے نام سے شائع ہو چکا ہے۔
Noor Mustafa
Noor Mustafa is a dedicated Web Development Instructor committed to making technology accessible and engaging for students. With expertise in teaching foundational to intermediate concepts in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks, he emphasizes a hands-on approach that blends theory with real-world application. His classes are structured to provide students not only with the “how” but also the “why” of web development, empowering them to build fully functional web applications and confidently take ownership of their learning journey.
Noor us Sabah
Noor us Sabah is a dynamic and driven professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Fatima Jinnah University. With a strong foundation in content creation and digital strategy, she has been a vital part of Waste Hero for the past three years. Noor played a key role in crafting impactful content that resonated with audiences.
As the Head of Marketing and Outreach, she has taken charge of the entire outreach program, including volunteer engagement, digital marketing, and strategic content creation. Under her leadership, Waste Hero’s digital presence has flourished, and outreach initiatives have expanded, creating meaningful connections and driving positive change.
Raza Javed
The founder of Waste Hero, Raza Javed, has a diverse background, combining entrepreneurship with a passion for sustainability. With experience in starting businesses, Raza likely understands the challenges of waste management and technology startups. His digital marketing and sales skills suggest he’s promoted sustainable products or initiatives.
He’s also involved in philanthropy and sustainability. showing a commitment to positive change. As a climate activist and researcher, Raza knows environmental issues. His experiences as a traveler and sports enthusiast offer unique perspectives. Overall, Raza’s varied background equips him to lead Waste Hero and make a difference in waste management.
Riffat Abbasi
Ms. Riffat Jabeen is the Director of Academics at the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), where she manages academic programs for over 432 educational institutions in Islamabad territory, serving around 226,000 students. With expertise in Applied Psychology and Science Education, she has been at the forefront of curriculum development, centralized examinations, and professional development programs. Her leadership in initiatives such as the Tele-School program during the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted education access.
During the development of the National Assessment Framework, her input and valuable suggestions were instrumental in shaping the final policy document. She has led innovative projects such as the Tele-School initiative, providing education to millions of students. She has pioneered several initiatives to improve literacy, STEM education, and blended learning in Pakistan.
Rumana Husain
Rumana Husain is a writer, artist, and educator. She co-founded the Bookgroup in 1988 to produce high-quality Urdu books for children. As Director of the Bookgroup from 1997-2001, she led numerous initiatives, including teacher training across Pakistan. She later joined the Children’s Museum for Peace and Human Rights as Head of Activism & Outreach. She has worked with Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi, as a Consultant and Team Lead for training potential writers and illustrators. With over 80 children’s books to her name, she has collaborated with publishers like Oxford University Press and has her own JAAl Publications. She writes in Urdu and English, and is also the author of two major coffee-table books about Karachi’s people. Her work has earned awards in Pakistan, India, and Nepal.
Sabina Malik
Sabina Malik is a dedicated educationist and Teachers Coordinator, with a strong background in curriculum planning and classroom management. Known for her collaborative approach, she builds positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to create supportive learning environments.
As an accomplished event planner, Sabina has organized and managed numerous events, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills. She is an active member of the Suno Kahani Meri Zabani team, where her contributions to project management have been invaluable. Beyond her educational role, Sabina is deeply committed to social causes, participating in various NGO initiatives to serve her community.
Sadia Sarmad
Sadia Sarmad is a professional storyteller and dramatic reader, known for her compelling Urdu narratives. She is the founder of Suno Kahani Meri Zubani (SKMZ), a volunteer-based organization dedicated to bringing stories to life for audiences of all ages. Through SKMZ, she aims to preserve cultural heritage and foster a love for storytelling in communities.
Dr. Sahar Zafar
Dr. Sahar Zafar is a distinguished biotechnologist with advanced expertise in fermentation technology, bioprocesses and medical microbiology. She earned her BS and M.Phil degrees in Biotechnology from Government College University (GCU) Lahore, and completed her Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad. Supported by an HEC Indigenous Scholarship for M.Phil leading to Ph.D., Dr. Sahar’s academic journey reflects her dedication to scientific advancement and research excellence.
With extensive experience in bioprocesses, advanced biotechnological techniques, bacteriology and mycology, Dr. Sahar has led numerous research projects across these fields. She is also trained in teaching methodologies through the National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE) under the Higher Education Commission (HEC), equipping her with advanced instructional skills.
Salman Naveed Khan
He currently serves as the CEO of the Pak Alliance for Maths and Science (PAMS) and as the Team Lead of the STEAM Pakistan program, supported by the Malala Fund. Previously, he led the policy and political engagement team at Alif Ailaan, a national education campaign. With nearly two decades of experience in corporate and development sectors across Pakistan and the Middle East, Salman brings extensive expertise to his roles.
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the GIK Institute and is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Policy from SOAS University of London. Salman also sits on the Advisory Board of NOWPDP, an organization advocating for disability-inclusion in Pakistan.
Salman Shehzad
Salman Shehzad serves as the Project Director of the National Financial Literacy Program for Youth (NFLP-Y), an initiative by the State Bank of Pakistan aimed at empowering young people with essential financial knowledge. With a career spanning over 23 years, Salman brings a rich blend of experience across the corporate, development, and public sectors, as well as academia. His journey includes significant contributions to financial services and human resource development, catering to both local and international organizations and clients.
As a highly regarded International Trainer, Inspirational Speaker, Behavioral Coach, and Innovation Consultant, Salman has led more than 150 training sessions and workshops worldwide, covering countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, and the UAE. His expertise extends across various domains, making him a versatile professional in training and consulting.
Saleem Ansari
Saleem Ansari is a seasoned visual artist, educator, and curator with an MFA from the College of Art and Design, Punjab University, Lahore, Pakistan. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor and Head of Visual Arts at the School of Arts and Design, National Textile University, Faisalabad. Renowned for his expertise in portraiture, Ansari has developed a distinctive artistic style characterized by minimalism, bold color contrasts, and intricate grey tones, often integrating 2D shapes to create visual impact.
His works resonate with a sophisticated yet accessible aesthetic that bridges tradition and modernity. With 29 years of teaching experience, Ansari has guided countless students in the fields of art and drawing, fostering a deep appreciation for creative exploration and technique. Beyond the classroom, he has curated 15-20 national-level exhibitions, providing a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their talents and visions.
Samar Minallah Khan
Filmmaker and Anthropologist
Since completing her MPhil in Anthropology and Development from the University of Cambridge, UK, Samar Minallah Khan has dedicated her career to challenging child marriages and various culturally sanctioned forms of violence against women and girls. Her work has earned her national and international recognition, with media referring to her as “The Savior of Souls,” “Woman Who Rocks the World,” and “The Crusader with the Camera.”
In parts of Pakistan, a harmful practice known as Swara involves giving away girls as compensation to settle disputes or pay for crimes committed by male family members. The receiving family often subjects the girl to forced marriage or lifelong servitude. For generations, this practice remained unchallenged—until Samar Minallah Khan used her camera to inspire change.
In 2003, Samar produced a groundbreaking documentary on Swara, aiming to raise awareness of the brutal custom and to galvanize policymakers to take action. Her campaign played a pivotal role in the criminalization of Swara in Pakistan in 2004, leading to the rescue of dozens of girls. She also filed the first Public Interest Litigation in the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging compensation marriages and illegal Jirga rulings.
Samar’s work has been honored with numerous national and international awards, including the Vanguard Award (2015), DVF Award (2015), Women With Wings (2014), Roberto Rossellini Award, Canon Premio Internationale, Vital Voices Global Leadership Award, Pakistan Women’s Day Award, Asia Society Young Leader Award, Asia Foundation’s Chang-Lin Tien Fellowship, and the Perdita Huston Award. She has also been recognized at the Cannes Film Festival, Google, and the Commonwealth Innovation Awards.
With extensive experience collaborating with the United Nations and other international organizations, Samar is passionate about producing culturally relevant, research-based media that drives social change. She also serves on the boards of several esteemed organizations.
Sana Isa
Sana Isa is an education and gender specialist who works at the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training. In this role, she oversees the implementation of ASPIRE, a national programme engaging all public sector education stakeholders in the provinces and federal regions.
Sana has a Masters in International Development from SOAS, with a focus on the political economy of education. Back in 2013, Sana was a volunteer at the Children’s Literature Festival
Dr. Samreen Ali
Dr. Samreen Ali is a dedicated Botany Lecturer at the Federal College of Education, Islamabad, with a Ph.D. in Science and a Master’s in Education. Her journey in academia is driven by a strong commitment to preparing future educators who are ready to inspire and lead in the classroom. She integrates scientific rigor with educational best practices, focusing particularly on the integration of STEM/STEAM in science learning.
Dr. Samreen aims to foster a learning environment that encourages critical thinking, practical application, and a lifelong passion for knowledge. She believes in empowering her students with both knowledge and the confidence to innovate, equipping them to make meaningful contributions to the field of education.
Sarwat Mohiuddin
Sarwat Mohiuddin is a multifaceted artist who excels as a poet, painter, translator, and writer in both Punjabi and Urdu prose. She earned her Master’s degree in Punjabi literature from the University of the Punjab. Sarwat has authored numerous papers exploring the lives and works of the great Sufi poets of Punjab, the portrayal of women in classical literature, as well as topics related to Punjabi culture and folk traditions. Her published poetry includes four volumes: ‘Kannian’ (1989), ‘Seik Sunehray’ (1998), ‘Do Phool Khiley Mahiya’ (2000), and ‘Geet Hayati Hoey’, a translation of the Hungarian poet Sandor Petofi’s works (2007). Additionally, her travelogue, ‘Raat ki Dhoop’ (2009), offers an in-depth exploration of Swedish and Pakistani cultures, customs, and traditions.
She is a member of the Pakistan Punjabi Literary Board and serves as the Vice-President of the Pak- Hungarian Friendship Association. Furthermore, she is the former Executive Chairperson of the literary group ASG and the former Vice President of the International Women’s Club Islamabad.
Samina Baig
ECD Specialist having a strong understanding of global evidence, best practices, and gaps around early childhood development interventions. She has a particular experience integrating ECD into health contact points with caregivers and their children. She has also experiences in operationalizing the Nurturing Care Framework and integrating ECD interventions into other service delivery platforms.
Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson is Project Director, Pakistan Foundational Learning Hub – a unit within the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training dedicated to driving improvements in literacy and numeracy. Before that he was an ODI EdTech Hub Fellow based with MoFEPT and has a background in arts education and education for Syrian refugees in Lebanon.
Sara Hassan
Sara Hassan is currently heading the British Council Lahore Library. She has over 6 years’ experience of working in the development sector primarily focused on fostering a culture of reading by designing multilingual storytelling sessions in children and adults alike, developing cultural spaces for the public and thought leadership.
Sassi Sumbul Bari
Sassi Sumbul Bari, is a seven years old curious cat who is interested in ecology, philosophy, geology, and equally in the works of captain underpants and David Walliams. An avid reader and creator, she wishes to initiate a movement to save the planet by mobilising young children because “they are everywhere, and that has to be a superpower!”
Seher Afsheen
Ms. Seher Afsheen is the Country Representative of Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO). She is a known development practitioner with over 20 years of experience promoting gender justice, education, women’s and youth economic empowerment, Volunteering for Development, governance, and inclusive public policy. She has a special interest in promoting inclusion and gender rights.
VSO is the world’s leading independent international organization that delivers high-impact sustainable development projects through volunteers. VSO has been operational in Pakistan since 1987. VSO with over 7000+ volunteers worked alongside partners, communities, and institutions to support approximately 1.5 million people across Pakistan through Education, Active Citizenship, Youth Empowerment, Social Inclusion, Gender, and Livelihood Programs.
Sehrish Farooq
Sehrish Farooq is the provincial head sindh at Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA). She has been associated with ITA for the past six years and has an extensive experience of organizing children’s and teacher’s literature festivals across Pakistan. So far, she has successfully organized more than 50 festivals and has conducted multiple workshops, and awareness and training sessions on behalf of ITA. She recently co-authored children’s book ‘Corona: Dushman Ya Dost’ to make children aware about Coronavirus and its precautions.
Dr. Shahid Soroya
As the Director General of the Pakistan Institute of Education (PIE), Dr. Shahid leads and manages national education and research policies and programs for the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training. He is passionate about enhancing the quality, equity, and relevance of education in Pakistan, leveraging his expertise in education and research to develop and implement innovative, evidence-based initiatives, strategies, and standards.
With over 20 years of experience in the education and research sector, Dr. Shahid has a proven track record of academic leadership, governance, and administration. Before joining PIE in April 2023, he held senior positions at the Blackstone School of Law & Business and Lahore Leads University, where he successfully led and supported various academic and institutional initiatives. Dr. Shahid is also an internationally recognized research scholar, holding a PhD in South Asian Studies, an LLB, and a master’s degree in Library and Information Science.
Shoaiba Mansoor
Dr. Shoaiba Mansoor serves as the Deputy Education Advisor at the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, where she also holds the additional role of Deputy Secretary for International Coordination. With 16 years of experience in the education sector, she oversees academic programs across public schools in the Islamabad Capital Territory and coordinates with leading development partners in Education Sector.
A passionate advocate for educational reform, Dr. Mansoor holds a PhD in Education, focusing on curriculum development and 21st-century skills. She translates government vision into actionable
strategies, ensuring the effective implementation of policies and initiatives. Her leadership extends to supervising teacher training programs aimed at fostering continuous professional development.
In her role, Dr. Mansoor actively contributes to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG-4), providing updates on UNESCO’s GEM report, addressing Out of School Children (OOSC), and promoting greening education initiatives. She also coordinates educational conferences, seminars, and various events that support the advancement of education in Pakistan.
An accomplished representative of Pakistan, she has participated in numerous international conferences and workshops. Outside of her professional pursuits, Dr. Mansoor enjoys traveling, gardening, and watching movies.
Shakeel Ahmed
Driven by a relentless passion for revolutionizing education, specializing in crafting transformative educational programs that ignite curiosity and foster foundational literacy and numeracy. A staunch believer in the power of play-based learning, designing dynamic, engaging content that captivates and inspires learners of all ages, with the mission to empower educators and unlock the full potential of every child, creating inclusive and impactful learning experiences that resonate.
سلطان محمد نواز ناصر
اکادمی ادبیات پاکستان کے ناظمِ اعلیٰ (ڈائریکٹر جنرل) سلطان محمد نواز ناصر کا تعلق سول سروس آف پاکستان کے چونتیسویں کامن سے ہے۔ اُنہوں نے 2006 میں ملازمت کا آغاز کیا۔ وہ اِنلینڈ ریوینیو سروس میں بطور اسسٹنٹ کمشنر، ڈپٹی کمشنر، اور ایڈیشنل کمشنر کئی شہروں میں تعینات رہے جن میں فیصل آباد، سرگودھا، سیالکوٹ، اسلام آباد، پشاور، اور ڈیرہ اسماعیل خان شامل ہیں۔ انہوں نے ایف بی آر ہیڈکوارٹرز اسلام آباد میں بطور سیکریٹری ریوینیو بجٹ اور سیکریٹری مینجمنٹ بھی خدمات انجام دی ہیں۔
انہوں نے نمل اسلام آباد سے ایم اے انگریزی لسانیات و ادب، آئی بی اے کراچی سے ایم بی اے، پنجاب یونیورسٹی لاہور سے ایم اے علومِ اسلامیہ، اور سیریکیوز یونیورسٹی نیویارک (امریکہ) سے پبلک پالیسی میں ہمفری فیلوشپ کی ہے۔ نیز وہ پاکستان، چین، اور امریکہ میں متعدد پیشہ ورانہ تربیتیں حاصل کر چکے ہیں۔
سلطان ناصر کے قلمی نام سے اُن کی آزاد نظموں کا مجموعہ ”کہیں نہیں“ (2020) جبکہ سوانحی ادب پر اُن کی تین کتب شہیدِ عشق (2013)، سیرتِ نور (2016)، اور خزائنِ فقر (2021) شایع ہو چکی ہیں۔ انہوں نے کلیاتِ سیّد مبارک شاہ (2017) کی بھی جمع و تدوین کی ہے۔ ادب، تصوّف، تاریخ، ثقافت، اور تنقید جیسے موضوعات پر ان کے متعدد مضامین اُردو اور انگریزی زبانوں میں شایع ہو چکے ہیں۔
Syeda Mariam Shah
Syeda Mariam Shah has over a decade of experience in the development sector, implementing diverse education projects across different provinces. Currently, she is working with Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), and through her diverse roles she has expertise in Early Childhood Education and Development, Climate Change, Education in Emergencies, Parental Engagement and Foundational Learning. In her latest work, she is the author of the Children’s Storybook “Eik Nayab Qaleen” (Unique Carpet)
Syeda Masoumeh-Sukaynah Bokhari
Syeda Masoumeh-Sukaynah Bokhari has an insatiable curiosity for the ancient world of dinosaurs and has a knack for mental maths. Her passion for paleontology motivated her to explore the mysteries of these prehistoric creatures in her debut book at the age of five years. Masoumeh-Sukaynah’s unique perspective brings fresh vitality to the world of dinosaur literature for young minds and teaches them simple ways of counting innovatively. Her captivating storytelling transports readers back in time, painting vivid portraits of these magnificent creatures while empowering young learners with simple mental math techniques to master counting, effortlessly.
Umer Sheraz
I am an award-winning futurist, TEDX speaker, social change researcher, serious gaming facilitator, and foresight practitioner, operating at the intersection of academic and commercial practice. I bring with me a wealth of academic and professional experience in the arena of future thinking and serious gaming on sustainability issues. Over the last 13 years, I have been involved in training, consultancy, and report-writing roles with international organizations like the Rockefeller Foundation, USAID, International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications (INASP), Think Tank Initiative Program, Institute of Alternative Futures, Bangladesh Enterprise Institute, Yazd University, Mount Allison University to name a few.
In Pakistan, I have worked with ARK Consulting, Pakistan Air Force, Madrassa Foundation, Hans Siedel Foundation, GIZ Health Sector Support Program, LEAD Pakistan, and a host of other NGOs, corporate entities, and universities. The emphasis has been on opening up the future space to explore alternative futures and strategies to achieve a preferred future.
Waqas Bajwa
Waqas Bajwa is a social sector specialist, working as Deputy Director Marketing & Partnerships with Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA). He takes initiatives to catalyse the development of society through public private partnerships. He is an expert in launching alliances and networks under resource mobilization under corporate social responsibility. He plans, initiates and execute programs and ensures effective program management, service delivery, finance and market risk management. Resource Person and Speaker on Digital Literacy and Safe Internet at Pakistan Learning Festival.
Dr. Zafar Javed
Dr. Zafar Javed is a distinguished Textile Engineer and serves as the Faculty Director of the School of Arts & Design at the National Textile University (NTU), Faisalabad, Pakistan. With extensive experience in teaching and research at the university level, Dr. Zafar Javed is renowned for his dedication to advancing textile and fashion innovation. Beyond academia, he provides technical guidance to textile ventures across Pakistan, driving forward industry standards and practices.
His core expertise lies in merging Textile Design, Fashion Design, Artificial Intelligence, and Apparel Manufacturing to forge efficient, sustainable processes and a new generation of smart textiles. A dedicated advocate for sustainability, Dr. Zafar Javed’s research prominently focuses on creating eco-friendly practices across the textile and fashion supply chain. His involvement with pioneering initiatives like PaperTale, a Sweden-based company, has been instrumental in bringing transparency and accountability to the industry.
Zahra Hussain
An architect, theater practitioner and culture observer; MA in Visual Cultures from Goldsmiths in London. Founding Laajverd in 2007 as an undergrad, Zahra has taught at National College of Arts, directed plays, exhibited across 3 continents and documented the trees of an entire forest. She has also conceived and curated several projects that experiment with communication strategies often relating to the sub-continental and post-colonial debates. Her recent research titled “Halo-caust; The Architecture of Counterinsurgency” examines the ways in which Pakistani Urban spaces have rapidly transformed due to geopolitical conditions and various natural and manmade disasters.
Dr. Zaigham Qadeer
Dr. Muhammad Zaigham Qadeer is holding a key position of Director Policy Research in Pakistan Institute of Education (PIE) Islamabad. PIE is recently established by merging two national entities AEPAM and NEAS which were producing Quantitative and Qualitative Education data in Pakistan. He took lead in the development of National Education Database during COVID and produced Periodic quality reports as per national requirements for SMART lockdown and vaccination of Teachers and Students across country.
He also steered various Education Reforms Projects in Collaborations with Development partners World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Islamic Development Bank, UNICEF, UNESCO, DEFID,JICA and successfully completed these initiatives at Federal and Provincial level.
Dr. Zainab Salim
Dr Zainab Salim is Senior Associate, Research at the Pakistan Foundational Learning Hub. Her doctorate in teacher education was from George Mason University.
Zobaida Jalal
Zobaida Jalal, from Mand village in Balochistan’s Kech District, began her activism in 1982, helping establish the region’s first girls’ school with her father, Mir Haji Jalal Khan Rind. She and her sisters initially taught all subjects to 500 students, promoting female education in an area where it was uncommon. The school, upgraded to a higher secondary level, continues to serve hundreds.
In 1999, Zobaida became Pakistan’s first female Federal Minister of Education from Balochistan, focusing on inclusivity and modernizing curriculum. She also achieved historic reforms as Federal Minister for Women’s Development, criminalizing honor killings. Between 2018-2022, as Federal Minister for Defence Production, she led significant initiatives, including Gwadar Shipyard, supporting local industry and creating jobs. She advanced COVID response efforts and improved the financial sustainability of Pakistan’s defense establishments. Recognized for her contributions, Zobaida has received multiple national and international awards.
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Punjab | North | ICT
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Pakistan Learning Festival is a social movement founded by the renowned educator-thought leader and activist, Baela Raza Jamil CEO of Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) and co-founded by the internationally and nationally awarded Ameena Saiyid, who headed a multinational corporation and pioneered ‘literature festivals’ in Pakistan; she is the Founder Director of the Adab Festival Pakistan. CLF’s growth is attributed to its open collaboration with numerous private, public, civil society organizations, foundations and development partners. CLF is the first national level largest learning festival with an outreach across Pakistan; it is ITA’s well known flagship program.
