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Ismaili CIVIC Pakistan, in collaboration with government agencies, communities and volunteers, is working diligently towards environmental preservation on a large scale. Recently, to celebrate World Environment Day, Ismaili CIVIC partnered with Ismaili Councils across eight regions to initiate various impactful activities.

Pakistan, being the fifth most populous country with two-thirds of its population under 30, presents a key opportunity to leverage the youth bulge through upskilling. Failure to do so can lead to significant economic challenges. Recognizing the importance of continuous learning and skill enhancement for career advancement in a fast-evolving professional landscape, the Aga Khan Economic Planning Board (AKEPB) has conducted several comprehensive training initiatives in 2024. These initiatives aim to equip Jamati members with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel, fostering both professional and personal growth.

In line with the global celebration of World Youth Skills Day, these efforts underscore the critical role of skill development in empowering young people to navigate and succeed in today's dynamic world. World Youth Skills Day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to invest in youth skills development, and AKEPB's initiatives are a testament to Pakistan's commitment to this cause.

“Real happiness lies in inner satisfaction,” articulated Sherzad.

Sherzad hails from the beautiful Yaseen Village in the Ghizer District of Gilgit Baltistan. He graduated with honours in Journalism from the University of Karachi and worked with Dawn TV and the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Although he was successful in his career, he felt a profound emptiness inside, a darkness he longed to fill with light. Sherzad identified the source of his discontent: the pressing issues of climate change and global warming, and his minimal contribution to addressing these problems. Furthermore, the income he was earning from his employment was not enough to fulfil the fundamental needs of his family.

Princess Zahra yesterday attended the inauguration of the Aga Khan Hostel in Sherqilla, a new facility designed to cater for and support female students of the adjacent Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Sherqilla.

Mawlana Hazar Imam has envisioned a commitment to community growth and knowledge sharing. In accordance, an event was organized as the Aga Khan Economic Planning Board, Ismaili Council for Hunza and Gilgit collaborated to host entrepreneurs from the Ismaili Council for Ishkoman Puniyal. This unique initiative, designed to foster a deeper understanding of border trade opportunities, came to life against the picturesque backdrop of the Sost Dry Port.