Change in Education (CIE), in collaboration with foreign and Commonwealth offices, United Kingdom (UK) and British High Commission (BHC), organised a seminar and dialogue on community, Islam and youth engagement in a mainstream Britain.
The seminar was a discussion on the experiences of Muslim youth in British and Pakistani society and the issues faced by them in today’s world.
The seminar was attended by notable stakeholders, government officials, dignitaries and intellectuals. Change in Education CE0 and Founder Faisal Mushtaq, Roots School System Principal Imrana Naeem, British High Commission Second Secretary Ms Tasha Reilly and many other distinguished guests attended the ceremony. The ceremony was graced by a delegation of youth from Britain and a large number of local youth.
Speaking on the occasion, Faisal Mushtaq said: “I believe youth are the untapped resource that must be utilised in the 21st century; and this driving force will be responsible for growth and development of Pakistan and Britain.
An empowered youth can single-handedly change a society and the picture of these regions, so I welcome you all to rise for the benefit of our communities.”
The seminar was divided into two sessions at which all the panelists had detailed discussion on the experiences of Muslim youth in British and Pakistani societies and the issues they face in today’s world. All the guests admitted that it was a great chance to have an open interaction with independent British Muslim youth and community leaders visiting from UK.
The British High Commission representative, appreciating the event, said: “This was one of the most important seminars of the year because of the positive issues it highlighted. Its messages were completely based on Islam as a religion of peace; life as a Muslim in UK and the role of youth in a peaceful future. It immensely encouraged the youth of our nation.”
At the concluding ceremony, a moderator, Mishaal Javed Sehgal, appreciated all his team and thanked the British High Commission for sharing a common vision.
