Islamabad: Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib, Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), gave an insightful speech at Allama Iqbal Open University’s 7th International Conference on Research and Practices in Education. The conference, titled ‘Transforming Education: Empowering Learning for Life,’ provided an important forum for talks about the critical role of education in societal progress.
Dr. Amjad Saqib’s talk emphasized the conference’s significance as a watershed moment in study and practice, underlining education’s inherent worth in transforming societies. He emphasized the need of creativity in addressing contemporary difficulties, pushing for novel ways and the use of cutting-edge technology to overcome obstacles.
Furthermore, Dr. Amjad Saqib emphasized the fundamental need of fostering a culture of critical thinking, arguing that the bravery to question and dissent is required for societal advancement. He explained the critical role of communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution in creating positive change, highlighting their importance in developing leadership skills and resolving societal challenges.
Dr. Amjad Saqib addressed the important subject of climate change, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated measures to minimize its effects and promote environmental sustainability. He advocated for the indigenization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to correspond with local settings, claiming that Islam’s teachings intrinsically support the ideals of sustainable development.
Dr. Amjad Saqib redirected attention on society’s marginalized sectors, particularly women living in extreme poverty and their children who lack access to education. He advocated for a renewed focus and concerted action to improve their lives and break the cycle of poverty and hardship.
Dr. Amjad Saqib expressed his heartfelt congratulations on the conference’s successful completion, acknowledging its vital contribution to advancing conversation and knowledge-sharing in the field of education.
