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Have a Voice | Citizen Journalism Residency Program

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April 14, 2019

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Have a Voice | Citizen Journalism Residency Program

Technology has removed barriers to the spread of information, allowing anyone to share their thoughts and experiences with a wide audience. What impact does this have in store for the world of journalism and “gate keeping” with increased internet clicktivism? Citizen journalism offers the advantage of empowering local ...

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PUAN Talks – Facilitating Discussion on Women’s Rights in Pakistan

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April 12, 2019

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PUAN Talks – Facilitating Discussion on Women’s Rights in Pakistan

“Give me an educated mother, I shall promise you the birth of a civilized, educated nation” ~Napolean Such quotations, success stories, and inspiration were presented to alumni in the monthly PUAN Talk series on Tuesday March 26th, 2019. The event took place in collaboration with the National Incubation Center whose ...

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Dania Hassan – Alumni Small Grants | Working for a World of Learning

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February 15, 2019

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Dania Hassan – Alumni Small Grants | Working for a World of Learning

Dania Hassan sets an inspiration for youth in the global community as a young leader and activist working to raise the quality of education throughout Pakistan. Her ongoing work has granted her the Emerging Young Leaders Award by the U.S Department of State – awarded to ten outstanding young ...

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Alumni Corner: Ignore Disability, Explore Ability

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January 26, 2017

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Alumni Corner: Ignore Disability, Explore Ability

Alumni Organize Activity for Promotion of Sports Skills among Persons with Disabilities This activity was organized by exchange alumni Sahib Khan Bhand and Abid Lashari in Nawabshah in February 2016 with the sole purpose of creating awareness among people to highlight the need for sports opportunities for persons with disabilities. We are ...

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First Person: Beyond Exchanges

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October 27, 2016

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By Eisha, Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program It is a well-known fact among the exchange community that exchanges transform lives. After all, exchange is a year of growth, adventure, and learning. However, not many have talked about their journey of reintegration. What happens when you come back home as ...

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Alumni Corner: Murree – Art Station

PUAN EDITOR

September 29, 2016

14 min read

This project was made possible with the help of an alumni small grant from the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN). All alumni of various U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Pakistan are eligible to apply for the grant of up to $5,000 USD to enable them to give back to their communities. ...

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The Alumni Corner: Lessons Learned from Civic Education Week

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June 27, 2016

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The Alumni Corner: Lessons Learned from Civic Education Week

By Saif Ur Rehman, YES 2014-2015, Pakistan, hosted by YFU in Ann Harbor, MI I am Saif Ur Rehman, an exchange student from Pakistan. I have been meeting wonderful people and learning a lot about America since the day I arrived. YES has given me so much to be grateful ...

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Alumni Corner: Going to the US of A on a Training Program for Journalists Changed My Life Forever

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June 15, 2016

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Alumni Corner: Going to the US of A on a Training Program for Journalists Changed My Life Forever

By Aimen Tahir When I was sent to the United States of America for the IVLP Program 2015, I went with many expectations, both good and bad – but I was surprised to find out how wrong I was about the country. To be nominated by the U.S. Embassy for ...

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Alumni Corner: District Convention

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June 2, 2016

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By Mashal Akram. Success is where preparation and opportunity meet. When I came to the United States as a participant of the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program (YES), I learned first-hand the true essence of community service. While we had to complete 100 hours of community service as part ...

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Alumni Corner: Youth Activism and Rickshaw Wala

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April 26, 2016

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Alumni Corner: Youth Activism and Rickshaw Wala

By Mohsin Shah. As soon as I got off the coach, a rickshaw wala showed up and offered his services. We agreed on 120 rupees fare to my destination. On our way, the Rickshaw wala asked me if I returned from abroad. “No, I am returning from Islamabad.” He looked ...