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Farhan Anwar, Project Manager at Shehri–Citizens for a Better Environment (Shehri-CBE), delivered an introductory session and shared a comprehensive update on the project titled “Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship: Voices of Democracy – A Civic Media Fellowship.”

Farhan Anwar led a capacity-building workshop, “Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship,” at Aga Khan University, Karachi, aimed at developing youth leadership, civic awareness, and community engagement skills. @shehricbe

M. Ashraf Kandhro, VC of UC Gundaro, Khairpur, engaged with students at 'Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship' workshop at Shah Abdul Latif University, discussing local governance challenges and the need for dedication, creativity, and perseverance to meet community needs

Ahmed Hussain Mahar facilitating a meaningful dialogue between elected Union Council representatives and students, fostering mutual learning & civic awareness during the workshop “Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship” held at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur @ShehriCBE

Farhan Anwar, Project Manager at @shehricbe led an inspiring session on “Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship” at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, encouraging students to take an active role in shaping their communities and becoming responsible, empowered citizens.

A City on Fire Karachi’s skyline has been punctuated by plumes of black smoke. This series tracks a decade of major market fires, from the multi-billion rupee losses at Millennium Mall to the tragic loss of 11 young lives at RJ Shopping Mall. And now the Gul Plaza.

Farhan Anwar, giving an introduction to Human Centered Design (HCD)—a framework for participatory research and design—at the Knowledge Workshop “Youth Empowerment for Engaged Citizenship” (Democracy Lab: Incubator for Civic Action) held @ Aga Khan University, Karachi. @ShehriCBE

Farhan Anwar guided students on field research through visits to Union Council offices, helping them understand practical governance. Shehri-CBE organized an awareness session for the students of Aga Khan University and Habib University students on 17.01.2026. @ShehriCBE

This includes asking the UC chairman about the utilization of public funds and inquiring about any new initiatives or development schemes planned for their area. Under the Right to Information law, government departments are legally obligated to provide information to the public

Amber Alibhai of @shehricbe, stated that youth can play a vital role in society & emphasized the importance of their awareness of civic responsibilities. She highlighted that young people should understand how their Union Council functions & actively engage with local governance

Students actively developing detailed work and research plans for their engagement with their selected Union Committees — guided and mentored by Waqar Saleem Baig. Proud to see such committed young leaders in action @ShehriCBE

Students actively developing detailed work and research plans for their engagement with their selected Union Committees — guided and mentored by Waqar Saleem Baig. Proud to see such committed young leaders in action @ShehriCBE

Exciting progress! Students are developing their work and research plans for engagement with their selected Union Committees. Huge appreciation to mentor Ahmed Hussain Mahar for guiding them through the process. @ShehriCBE

Exciting progress! Students are developing their work and research plans for engagement with their selected Union Committees. Huge appreciation to mentor Ahmed Hussain Mahar for guiding them through the process. @ShehriCBE

Project Manager, Farhan Anwar explained in detail how the student groups needed to develop their work and research plans in the Hackathon session “Empowering Youth for Engaged Citizenship” held at Habib University, Karachi. @shehricitizens

Happening now: Day 2 of the “Empowering Youth for Engaged Citizenship” program at Habib University, Karachi @ShehriCBE

It is very important to introduce civic education in the teaching curriculum of our educational institutions, says Mrs. Amra Javed at opening ceremony of the project Empowering Youth for Engaged Citizenship” held at Habib University, Karachi @ShehriCBE