**Islamia University of Bahawalpur Chairman Visits Multan Headquarters to Discuss Youth Engagement and Social Impact Initiatives**
Dr. Asif Naveed Ranjha, Chairman of the Department of Social Work at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, visited the organization’s head office in Multan, marking a pivotal step towards collaborative social impact in Pakistan. The meeting fostered substantive dialogue around empowering youth, promoting social entrepreneurship, and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
During the visit, Dr. Ranjha and his hosts explored innovative strategies to enhance youth engagement and support community-led development. The discussions emphasized the importance of moving beyond conventional aid approaches by prioritizing innovation, mutual learning, and the creation of a resilient ecosystem for social change.
Both parties expressed enthusiasm for establishing new partnerships that leverage academic expertise and practical initiatives. Plans for future collaboration include joint programs to empower young people, strengthen academic-industry linkages, and amplify development efforts with measurable, positive outcomes. This collaboration aims to set a benchmark for impact-driven progress in Pakistan’s social sector.
