The two-day conference held at Habib University titled ‘Aamozish-e-Tehqeeq – Navigating Climate, Gender, and Peace’ delved into the intersection of climate change, gender dynamics, and peacebuilding efforts. The event, organized under the university’s Social Development and Policy program, aimed to foster multidisciplinary dialogue and proactive community engagement to address the complex challenges posed by climate change.
Highlighting the disproportionate impact of climate change on women and gender minorities, the conference emphasized the need for resilience-building and inclusive practices in peacebuilding efforts. It provided a platform for young scholars, climate activists, educators, and technology innovators to explore linkages between climate change, gender, and peacebuilding through panel discussions, interactive talks, and artistic workshops. Dr. Shama Dossa, Associate Professor of Social Development and Policy at Habib University, spearheaded the conference, which was supported by a research grant from the United States Institute of Peace.
The grant facilitated extensive research by students, focusing on understanding the intersection of climate change, gender, and peacebuilding as part of their undergraduate education.
During the opening ceremony, US Consul General Conrad Tribble stressed the importance of a preventative approach in mitigating climate impacts and building resilience.
Dr. Dossa highlighted the significance of centering undergraduate students in social science research and fostering innovation in research pedagogy. The conference featured renowned speakers such as journalists Afia Salam.
