LAHORE:A youth conference focusing on population management, responsible parenthood, and family planning awareness was organised at Govt Graduate College for Women, Wahdat Colony.
The event was organised by Directorate General, Population Welfare, Health and Population Department, Punjab, in collaboration with Mir Khalilur Rahman Foundation (MKRF). It aimed at engaging young students in meaningful dialogue on the social, economic, and health implications of rapid population growth, while promoting informed decision-making among youth. The conference was attended by Muhammad Afzal Chaudhary, Deputy Director (SBCC/IEC), along with Salmanur Rashid Assistant Director (IEC) and Sania Mirza, Assistant Director (IEC).
Representatives from The Challenge Initiative, including Khubaib Kiani and Khalid, also participated and shared insights on youth engagement strategies and community-based awareness initiatives. The Principal of the college, Professor Dr Uzma Khanum, welcomed the distinguished guests and highlighted the importance of equipping young women with knowledge about reproductive health and responsible life planning.
Faiza Javid, Lecturer in Political Science and Focal Person for organising the conference, emphasised the role of academic institutions in shaping informed and responsible citizens capable of contributing to sustainable national development.
During the interactive sessions, speakers encouraged students to become ambassadors of positive change by spreading accurate, culturally sensitive, and youth-friendly messages within their communities.
Participants actively engaged in discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and awareness activities designed to strengthen their understanding of population dynamics and family planning services available in Punjab.
An engaging one-act theatre performance was also organised as part of youth-focused awareness activities on population management, responsible parenthood, and family planning. The activity aimed to convey important social messages through creative expression, encouraging students to reflect on the impact of rapid population growth on health, education, and economic wellbeing.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment from students and teachers to continue spreading awareness within their communities and to support initiatives promoting healthy families and sustainable national development and ensuring a healthier, more prosperous future for Pakistan.
