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Juvenile justice committees set up in Haripur, Mansehra

Juvenile justice committees have been established in Hazara’s Haripur and Mansehra districts to provide legal aid to juveniles encountering legal hurdles. There are plans underway to inaugurate a committee in Abbottabad. Asad Saeed Khan, the President of the Haripur District Bar Association, highlighted the pivotal role these committees play in…
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Tackling Drug Abuse in Educational Settings

PESHAWAR: Retired Justice Syed Arshad Hussain Shah, the interim Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, expressed deep concern on 22 Dec 2023 regarding the escalating use of drugs among students in educational institutions, highlighting the destructive impact on the youth. During a review meeting on the progress of the Khushhal Khyber…
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Experts concerned over widespread drug use in educational institutions

Across educational institutions nationwide, there’s been a recent upsurge in the illicit use of drugs and tobacco, impacting students, administrative staff, and even faculty members. This concerning trend is fueled by societal lawlessness, facilitating easy access to illicit substances, alongside factors like escalating poverty and limited job opportunities. These concerns…
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South Waziristan: 130 Schools for Girls Now Running

Lakki Marwat: At least 130 of 290 government schools for girls have been made functional in South Waziristan district to facilitate local students. According to Ghulam Fatima, the district education officer of South Waziristan, informed Daily Dawn that the schools had been non-functional for a long time. She said that…
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Islamabad’s School Revamp

The Caretaker Minister for Education, Madad Ali Sindhi, visited the newly revamped F-6/3 school in Islamabad  on 18 Dec 2023 and instructed the ministry to replicate the transformation in 20 additional schools within six weeks. This school recently underwent a modernization process, transitioning into a blended learning hub, thanks to…
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Eliminate Child Marriage

This impactful animated video by UNICEF emphasizes the urgent necessity of eradicating child marriage and promoting access to education for children.…
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Pakistan Education Statistics 2021-22 – Highlights Report

The highlights report summarizes key findings from the Pakistan Education Statistics 2021-22 report published by the Pakistan Institute of Education. The report highlights various aspects of the education system in Pakistan, including the number of educational institutions, enrollment statistics, public-private divide, intake and participation rates, and out-of-school children. According to the…
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Busting Breastfeeding Myths and Fears

Busting Breastfeeding Myths and Fears” is an informative video presented by SALT which aims to provide insights into the health benefits associated with breastfeeding, tackling common challenges and offering practical tips to support a smoother breastfeeding journey for both mothers and babies.…
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Upholding Inclusivity: Minority Rights Initiatives 2022-2023

The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) presents a comprehensive report detailing the array of initiatives undertaken to bolster minority rights across various provinces in Pakistan. This pivotal document encapsulates the strides made in addressing critical issues such as forced conversions, safeguarding places of worship, fortifying socio-economic rights, ensuring access…
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UNICEF’s National Ambassador for Child Rights, Saba Qamar, highlights the impact of child marriage on young girls’ futures and calls for unified action to protect children.

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