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From Karachi Slums to United States

PUAN EDITOR

March 25, 2022

4 min read

This is an inspiring story of a brave woman, Hasbunnisa (Marvi Shaikh), who strongly believes that anyone finding themselves in hopeless circumstances should endeavor to make something good out of that situation and achieve success in life through courage and constant struggle. Hasbunnisa belongs to Orangi Town, the world’s largest ...

Alumni Small Grants Karachi Chapter

Empowering Tomorrow’s STEM Leaders: Zeenat Anjum’s Remarkable Journey

PUAN EDITOR

February 17, 2022

6 min read

Empowering Tomorrow’s STEM Leaders: Zeenat Anjum’s Remarkable Journey

By: Shehneela Mazhar From PUAN Karachi Chapter, Zeenat Anjum, our TechWomen alumna of 2019, started a transformative journey through the Alumni Small Grant (ASG) program. Her project, aptly named “STEMx2,” took shape as an ambitious initiative to ignite the flames of curiosity and knowledge among young girls aged 12 to ...

Alumni News Karachi Chapter

PUAN Karachi Virtually Meets Executive Board

PUAN EDITOR

March 31, 2021

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PUAN Karachi Virtually Meets Executive Board

Leadership of #PUANKarachi chapter recently arranged a virtual meet-up with the newly formed Executive Board (EB) of the region. The leadership discussed the program strategies with board for future activities and engaging regional alumni as per COVID-19 precautions. The group also brainstormed ideas about PUAN Country Project and forthcoming reunion ...

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Crazy Youth Champions: Alumnus Spearheads Leadership Camp for Youth in Karachi

PUAN EDITOR

September 20, 2016

6 min read

Crazy Youth Champions: Alumnus Spearheads Leadership Camp for Youth in Karachi

By Rimsha Ali Shah. With a pen and paper in her hand, Maheen curiously looked around at the 24 unfamiliar faces seated at the School of Leadership with her. Their trainer had asked them to break the ice with a simple question and answer routine and learn more about the ...

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The Business of News: Alumni Attend Karachi Journalism Summit

PUAN EDITOR

August 6, 2015

12 min read

The Business of News: Alumni Attend Karachi Journalism Summit

By Hira Nafees Shah Negotiating time off is never easy for a news professional, but for senior journalist Awais Hameed, attendance at the alumni summit in Karachi at the Center for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ) was a “couldn’t miss” opportunity to enhance his media skills. “I have worked in electronic ...

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Karachi Alumna Develops Next Generation of Performers

Puan Editor

May 12, 2015

8 min read

Karachi Alumna Develops Next Generation of Performers

By Hira Nafees Shah It was a hot day in February in Karachi, but the playground of the public high school in Liaquatabad was packed with female students, despite the fact that the exams had recently concluded. Giggles broke out from time to time as two audacious students made their ...

Alumni News Books Karachi Chapter

Debut Novel by Fulbright Alumnus Lauded as Love Letter to Karachi

PUAN EDITOR

April 8, 2014

8 min read

Debut Novel by Fulbright Alumnus Lauded as Love Letter to Karachi

By Hira Nafees Shah An old communist poet. His wealthy, middle-aged son. A young man caught in an unpleasant, dead-end job. A girl who spins engaging tales to conceal her heartbreak. A grief-stricken writer. What happens when the fates of these ordinary Karachiites converge after a deadly bomb blast? You’ll ...

Alumni News Karachi Chapter

YES Alumnus from Karachi Participates in UN Youth Assembly

PUAN EDITOR

March 28, 2014

1 min read

YES Alumnus from Karachi Participates in UN Youth Assembly

Mr. Bilal Zubair Khan, an alumnus of the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program from Karachi represented Pakistan during the February 2014 Annual Youth Assembly at the United Nations in New York. He participated in several panels and other activities and spoke about entrepreneurial startups by women in developing countries. ...

Alumni News Karachi Chapter Reunions

More Than 700 Attend Sindh and Baluchistan Regional Reunion in Karachi

PUAN EDITOR

December 6, 2013

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More Than 700 Attend Sindh and Baluchistan Regional Reunion in Karachi

U.S. Consulate General Karachi and the Pakistan U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) organized the first regional reunion for the Sindh and Baluchistan Alumni Chapters Nov. 23 in Karachi. The reunion attracted more than 700 attendees. Alumni shared success stories, presented about their current activities, and networked with their peers. Chief Guest ...

Alumni News Karachi Chapter

YES Alumni Organize Medical Camp in Karachi

PUAN EDITOR

October 1, 2013

1 min read

YES Alumni Organize Medical Camp in Karachi

YES alumni conducted a two-day medical camp September 28-29 in Karachi that delivered free medical services to more than 1,200 patients. The alumni organized the camp in collaboration with The Essa Lab to assist underprivileged people who don’t have access to quality healthcare. The the camp, they received free diabetes ...