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15th Dialogue of Regional Alumni Concludes

15th Dialogue of Regional Alumni Concludes
10 alumni from 3 South-Asian countries recently met for 15th monthly virtual dialogue to talk about ‘Role of Civil Society in Countering Gender based Violence (GBV) – from Challenges to Solutions. These monthly dialogues have been initiated by Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) in partnership with U.S. Embassy Pakistan and U.S. ...
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Hurry Up and Apply for Sister2Sister Exchange Program

Hurry Up and Apply for Sister2Sister Exchange Program
Applications are now open! The Sister2Sister Exchange Program aims to empower Pakistani female college students to overcome cultural limitations that inhibit their participation in pursuing competitive and lucrative careers. The Sister2Sister Exchange Program offers eligible female students between the ages of 18-24 years old an opportunity to attend undergraduate summer ...
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Fulbright Alumna’s Disability Inclusion Initiative Making Difference

Fulbright Alumna’s  Disability Inclusion Initiative Making Difference
Fulbright alumna Fatima Jamil Khan is Senior Program Manager at NOWPDP, a disability inclusion initiative, and promotes the rights of persons with disabilities. By highlighting how inclusion should be treated as a priority in Pakistan, she is raising awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every field. Jamil ...
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Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program

Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program
Last night, the Fulbright Program celebrated its 75th anniversary at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. Established in 1946, the Fulbright Program is an international academic exchange program that aims to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people ...
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Discussion on COVID Impact on Creative Arts and Crafts in Pakistan

Discussion on COVID Impact on Creative Arts and Crafts in Pakistan
COVID-19 has not left any walk of life untouched. From virtual editions of literature festivals to digital concerts, we are seeing transition in the field of arts and crafts as well. With advancements in technology, trend of live broadcasts, latest blogs and era of YouTube channels, the landscape of entertainment ...
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Fulbright Program Turns 75

Fulbright Program Turns 75
November 30 marks the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright Program which has been operating in Pakistan for 71 years. Did you know that Pakistan’s Fulbright Program is the world’s largest in terms of financial contribution from the U.S. Government. The Pakistan Fulbright Student Program fully funds graduate degree study, including tuition, ...
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Sad Demise of Senior Journalist Ziauddin

Sad Demise of Senior Journalist Ziauddin
Sending our condolences to the family of senior journalist Muhammad Ziauddin. His journalism career spanned five decades & brought attention to the most pressing issues in Pakistan. He was a @StateIVLP alumni ‘87, the @ECAatState premier professional exchange program. Photo Credit: Daily Pakistan.
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U.S. Exchange and Study Alumni Webinar

U.S. Exchange and Study Alumni Webinar
How many of you have heard about various fellowships and exchange opportunities funded by US government? Can you visualize the impact these programs have on the recipients? How about meeting a few recipients of USG funded programs from our alumni community who tell you about their experiences?Join us on Tuesday, ...
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IVLP Alumnus Gets Pakistan Board of Investment Chairman

IVLP Alumnus Gets Pakistan Board of Investment Chairman
Big moment for PUAN! The Government of Pakistan has appointed 2008 IVLP alumnus Muhammad Azfar Ahsan as the new Chairman Board of Investment (BOI) – an investment promotion agency that assists companies planning to invest in Pakistan and those planning to expand their already existing Pakistani operations. Azfar is also ...
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Sufiyan Gets Job Offer After PUAN Summer Internship

Sufiyan Gets Job Offer After PUAN Summer Internship
Nothing warms your heart more than this when your network members praise one of your flagship programs wholeheartedly. Muhammad Sufiyan, YES alumnus 2017, is one of 38 interns who have recently completed the PUAN Virtual Summer Internship Program-2021 with us. “I was fortunate enough to work with Dr. Shahid who ...
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