The 76th Independence Day of Pakistan was marked by an extraordinary celebration as Governor Punjab, Muhammad Baleegh ur Rehman, bestowed the coveted commendation awards upon eminent individuals who have exemplified unwavering dedication to empowerment, education, and youth development. The commendation ceremony, held in the illustrious Governor House Lahore, saw the convergence of luminaries who are driving positive change across the nation.
Dr. Rukhsana David, Principal of Kinnaird College for Women, was recognized for her exceptional devotion to advancing education and facilitating access to quality learning opportunities for women across the nation. Her visionary leadership has been instrumental in forging paths to peace, social justice, and sustainable development, standing resolutely against the challenges posed by climate change.
Mr. Rizwan Anwar, a global beacon of youth activism and Social Entrepreneurship, stood tall as he received this distinguished honor. As a UN Global Ambassador, accomplished Social Entrepreneur, and revered academician, Rizwan Anwar’s selection for this exceptional accolade underscores his profound impact on the realm of youth development and engagement within Pakistan. An ardent advocate of the United Nations’ sustainable development goals, Rizwan Anwar has galvanized Pakistani youth to actively participate in transformative initiatives, representing the nation across 60 countries with initiatives duly commended by the United Nations.
The commendation extended to Ms. Maha Jamil, a dynamic force driving positive change as the Director at the Centre for Learning and Cultural Development at Kinnaird College for Women.
Holding the role of Co-Chairperson of the Youth Revolution Clan and Youth Advocate at the United Nations, Maha Jamil’s dedication resonates across continents. Her impactful work has projected a resolute image of Pakistan across different nations, including Australia, UK, France, Switzerland Geneva (UN Headquarters), Dubai, Oman, and Sri Lanka (UNESCO Headquarters in Paris).
In heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Pakistan for this distinguished honor, Rizwan Anwar affirmed his unwavering commitment to his tireless pursuits, vowing to harness the inspiration from this award to fuel his dedication in advancing equity and focused endeavors within the sphere of youth development.
Rizwan Anwar’s multifaceted journey extends to uplifting underprivileged segments of society through his social entrepreneurial ventures.
His overarching aspiration envisions Pakistan ascending as a developed and prosperous global entity.
Bolstered by unyielding dedication and unwavering integrity, he pledges an enduring commitment to steer Pakistan towards realizing this visionary destiny.
