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<\/p>\nALP Hosts Inclusive Governance and Youth Engagement Dialogue at Rawalpindi Women University<\/p>\n
In a bid to foster inclusive governance and enhance youth participation in civic processes, Accountability Lab Pakistan (ALP) organized a comprehensive dialogue at Rawalpindi Women University. The event, held under the auspices of the Integrity Innovation Lab initiative funded by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), brought together students, youth leaders, and senior government officials for an open discussion on fostering ethical and citizen-centered governance.<\/p>\n
The session aimed to amplify youth voices and facilitate direct engagement between young people and policymakers. Through panel discussions and interactive Q&A segments, participants explored ways to enable youth to influence policy formulation, strengthen integrity in public institutions, and promote accountability in governance. Students actively shared their perspectives, experiences, and expectations, enriching the conversation with grounded insights.<\/p>\n
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The Integrity Innovation Lab emphasizes designing inclusive, ethical governance models through citizen-centric approaches and design thinking methodologies. This framework was reflected in the dialogue, which prioritized open communication, active listening, and collaborative co-creation efforts between authorities and young citizens. The panel featured voices from various sectors, including development, education, and government, fostering a multi-dimensional discussion.<\/p>\n
Development practitioner Javeria Masood from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) highlighted persistent structural barriers that exclude youth from meaningful participation, including limited awareness of rights, skill deficits, and unemployment. She underscored the vital role youth have played during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, emphasizing the need to create enabling environments for young entrepreneurs through streamlined business registration processes and support for startups and innovation initiatives.<\/p>\n
Ghulam Ali Mallah, Executive Director of the Inter Board Coordination Committee, addressed the gap between policy rhetoric and actualaction on inclusivity. He pointed out that youth are often viewed as beneficiaries rather than active partners in governance and stressed the importance of modernizing education systems to remain adaptable. Mallah called for encouraging critical thinking, promoting ethical use of artificial intelligence and information technology, and ensuring transparent policymaking accessible to all segments of society.<\/p>\n
In his remarks, Mukhtar Paras, Joint Secretary at the Cabinet Division, emphasized decentralization as a key to strengthening inclusive governance. He highlighted that with women constituting over half and youth more than 60% of the population, their meaningful representation in decision-making processes remains crucial. Paras advocated for empowering local governance structures, increasing youth representation in political parties and Parliament, and embedding inclusivity into overarching policy frameworks to ensure sustainable development.<\/p>\n
The dialogue reinforced the importance of active youth engagement in policymaking and governance transparency. Panelists and participants alike underscored the need for continuous civic education, informed participation, and proactive involvement in political and social spaces.<\/p>\n
Concluding the event, Dr. Baqir Husnain, Director of Quality Enhancement and External Linkages at RWU, reaffirmed the university\u2019s dedication to strengthening institutional ties with youth and promoting transparent, accountable governance practices across Pakistan. The dialogue exemplified a collective effort to bridge gaps between institutions and young citizens, aiming to foster a more inclusive and resilient democratic process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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