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PUAN International Peace and Conflict Resolution Conference 2015

PUAN EDITOR

November 27, 2015

2 min read

After months of preparation, hundreds of applications, numerous hours of planning and streamlining, the day is finally here! Today we kick off the PUAN International Peace and Conflict Resolution Conference 2015 with 160 participants from 6 South Asian nations, 32 international speakers, 18 workshops, two panel sessions and six community outreach projects. We have speakers ...

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AJK Annual Reunion: A Celebration of Active Community Service

PUAN EDITOR

November 18, 2015

5 min read

AJK Annual Reunion: A Celebration of Active Community Service

By Rimsha Ali Shah The stage was set for the 5th annual Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) chapter Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) reunion. Over a hundred attendees filled the room from all over AJK, including Mirpur, Bhimber, Neelum and beyond, all gathered in the chilly November weather in Muzaffarabad. Lubna, ...

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Islamabad Annual Reunion: An Evening of Inspiration, Passion and Leadership

PUAN EDITOR

October 19, 2015

7 min read

By: Rimsha Ali Shah The tweets were pouring in by the minute from all over the world, each accompanied by #PUANISB15. For many alumni, the PUAN Islamabad-Rawalpindi Chapter’s annual reunion was their debut at the largest gathering of exchange alumni from across the twin cities. For others, the evening brought ...

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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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Questions of Power: Women Empowerment Across Asia

Puan Editor

March 19, 2015

17 min read

Questions of Power: Women Empowerment Across Asia

By Hira Nafees Shah A young Indian journalist raising her voice against an injustice that was committed against her. A Pakistani politician fighting the odds to change the system. A Bangladeshi working woman who dared to venture into an industry that few would risk. An Afghani woman making an impact ...

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Entrepreneurship Conference Provides Breeding Ground for New Ideas

PUAN EDITOR

December 3, 2014

15 min read

Entrepreneurship Conference Provides Breeding Ground for New Ideas

By Hira Nafees Shah International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) alumna Mehreen Rashid was confused. Having worked for ten years as a broadcast journalist, she had decided to jump into entrepreneurship when she felt that her profession was not providing her the satisfaction that she needed. She set up her media ...

Reunions

Lahore Reunion celebrates Alumni Engagement in Punjab

PUAN EDITOR

October 31, 2014

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Lahore Reunion celebrates Alumni Engagement in Punjab

More than one hundred and fifty Lahori alumni gathered for the annual reunion of their chapter to celebrate the success of the alumni-led programs in the past year. In addition to performances by alumni, the event also included a “Peecha Kucha” presentation of slides featuring the variety of community service ...

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KP/FATA Chapter Reunion Pays Homage to Community Service Work Of Alumni

Puan Editor

October 30, 2014

9 min read

KP/FATA Chapter Reunion Pays Homage to Community Service Work Of Alumni

By Hira Nafees Shah Keeping its fine tradition alive, the KP/FATA chapter of the Pakistan-U.S Alumni Network held its third annual reunion in Peshawar on Thursday, October 23rd, 2014. More than one hundred and fifty alumni enthusiastically took part in the polished event and paid homage to the resilient spirit of ...

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Islamabad Chapter Reunion Hails Distinguished Alumni

PUAN EDITOR

September 26, 2014

8 min read

Islamabad Chapter Reunion Hails Distinguished Alumni

By Hira Nafees Shah For the fourth year running, the annual Islamabad-Rawalpindi Reunion was a marquee event for the Pakistan-US Alumni Network in the capital. This year, nearly 700 alumni of U.S. exchange programs braved road closures and heavy traffic to celebrate the achievements of their colleagues. Participants came from ...

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International YES Reunion Develops Activism Skills of Young Alumni

PUAN EDITOR

July 4, 2014

17 min read

International YES Reunion Develops Activism Skills of Young Alumni

By Hira Nafees Shah When Airokhsh Faiz arrived in Islamabad June 26 with her fellow Afghani alumni, she didn’t know quite what to expect. But setting aside her busy university and community service commitments, she felt she could not pass up the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the International YES Reunion ...