The Pakistan Youth Leadership Initiative (PYLI), a youth development program, was formed through a collaboration between the British Council Pakistan and Education Above All.
The British Council Pakistan will spearhead this three-year effort. It will be carried out in conjunction with the Government of Pakistan’s Youth Development Program, UNDP Pakistan, local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and public universities.
The Education Above All Foundation is co-funding this project, specifically through its “Reach Out to Asia” (ROTA) program. As part of the organization’s “Global Citizenship Education for Climate Action,” (GCED) initiative. On November 28, the formal agreement for this collaboration was inked at the 11th WISE Summit in Doha.
The PUYI project aims to educate and empower young men. Also, to empower women in Pakistan about social and ethical principles. As well as to embrace diversity, through inclusive and responsible initiatives that support local, national goals. Furthermore, to embrace the worldwide diversity for sustainable development, with a focus on climate action.
By emphasizing high-quality education for youth, the project strives to lay a solid foundation for each new generation in the nation. By promoting a successful and environmentally responsible society.
James Hampson, Country Director of the British Council in Pakistan, emphasized the importance of this initiative. He stated, “The Pakistan Youth Leadership Initiative aims to help young people in determining their future as leaders of tomorrow in the face of today’s climate issue. The British Council is delighted to be working with Education Above All and Reach Out to Asia once more.”
Professor Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, Executive Director of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, also expressed his feelings for this project. He said, “Climate change affects everyone on the planet, not just Pakistan. We are actively involving youth through various projects, with the British Council assisting us. Notably, the Green Youth Movement, a well-known HEC project, has formed Green Youth Movement clubs in 137 colleges.”
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