Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) is an association of U.S. exchange alumni who are committed to making meaningful contributions to Pakistan and comprise of current and former Pakistani participants of U.S. federal government-sponsored exchange programs.
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Empowering Afghan Refugees: Connecting Youth for a Bright Future!

Empowering Afghan Refugees: Connecting Youth for a Bright Future!
Pakistan, as a host to millions of Afghan refugees, has always extended its hand to support and uplift their lives. Among these refugees, there is a significant number of talented and ambitious young individuals, who strive to secure a better future for themselves and their families. Recognizing their potential, our ...
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Equipping Young Girls with Digital Leadership Skills

Equipping Young Girls with Digital Leadership Skills
Arisha Rafiq, an English Works alumna of the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), recently conducted a dynamic leadership activity titled “Leadership in the Digital Age: Navigating the Challenges of Modern Workplace” with a group of talented students aged 15-20 in her town. The objective of the activity was to equip these ...
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Sarmad Shahbaz Qualifies for CSS, Becomes AC

Sarmad Shahbaz Qualifies for CSS, Becomes AC
We are pleased to announce and congratulate Mr. Sarmad Shahbaz Bhutta (Alumnus of SUSI 2019) on achieving the great feat of becoming an Assistant Commissioner, IRS by qualifying Pakistan’s most prestigious Civil Services Examination 2022. Mr. Sarmad is a Computer Engineer from COMSATS University Islamabad and has been an active ...
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Upcoming World Wildlife Fund President Wants to Turn Anger Into Hope with Climate Action

Upcoming World Wildlife Fund President Wants to Turn Anger Into Hope with Climate Action
By: Shehneela Mazhar From sweeping floods across Pakistan to devastating wildfires in California, climate change continues to advance, weaving its way throughout daily lives. “There are nearly two billion people in the world whose lives have been affected by climate change. The challenge is in front of us. It’s right outside ...
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Senses Come Alive at Bhimber, AJK

Senses Come Alive at Bhimber, AJK
A day spent well! Under the leadership of PUAN South AJK Chapter, our alumna Maham Hanif had a fun-filled day at Saba Institute of Special Education, Bhimber. Health awareness session, playing badminton, distributing gifts, cutting cake and scrumptious refreshments were the key highlights of the day. The aim of this ...
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Alumni News Country Projects South AJK Chapter

PUAN South Punjab Chapter Takes a Stand Against Climate Change

PUAN South Punjab Chapter Takes a Stand Against Climate Change
PUAN South Punjab Chapter recently hosted a one-day seminar on climate change and its prevention. The event featured a lineup of speakers who shared their insights on the urgent need for action. President Mahfooz Ahmad kicked off the event by discussing the importance of the Country Project and why this ...
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Alumni News Quetta Chapter

Quetta Chapter Arranges Speech Competition on Environment Day

Quetta Chapter Arranges Speech Competition on Environment Day
Inspiring change! PUAN Quetta chapter recently organized a “Beat the Plastic Pollution” speech competition at Phoenix Middle School & Academy Kalat to celebrate World Environment Day. We were honored to have Ex-Deputy DOE (Female) and Social Activist, Rashida Haroon Mengal, as the esteemed Chief Guest. She commended the initiative for ...
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South AJK Chapter Arranges Training Workshop for Journalists

South AJK Chapter Arranges Training Workshop for Journalists
Under the auspices of the Department of Public Relations (DPR), district Kotli celebrated World Environment Day. The event was led by the leadership of PUAN South AJK chapter. The event was marked by a workshop organized by DPR Kotli, which saw the participation of journalists from across the district. We ...
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Alumni News Country Projects Karachi Chapter

Karachi Chapter Hosts Panel Discussion with Global Climate Change Experts

Karachi Chapter Hosts Panel Discussion with Global Climate Change Experts
Plastic pollution threatens our environment, and Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) Karachi Chapter is taking action! As part of their Country Project on “Climate Change: Protecting Local Communities,” PUAN Karachi Chapter organized a thought-provoking panel discussion at the Habitt Auditorium in Karachi. The event brought together around 70 participants, including PUAN ...
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Alumni News North Punjab Chapter

North Punjab Celebrates International Environment Day at Sargodha

North Punjab Celebrates International Environment Day at Sargodha
The North Punjab Chapter of the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) recently organized a series of events and activities at Sargodha University Agriculture College in Sargodha to commemorate International Environment Day. The objective of this initiative was to raise awareness about climate change’s impact on agriculture and promote environmental conservation. The ...
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