Hum Pakistan - Youth for Peace

At the concluding seminar of the HumPakistan initiative in Peshawar, Professor Dr. Qibla Ayaz, Former Chairman of the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), Pakistan, stressed the importance of youth leadership rooted in values of tolerance, respect, and inclusivity.

“Our young generation carries the responsibility of shaping a society where faith inspires harmony, not division.”

His message served as a reminder that lasting peace in the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs) requires both moral guidance and active youth participation.

This seminar was organized by CHEF International - Pakistan as part of a UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project funded by the European Union in Pakistan, in collaboration with NACTA.

At the HumPakistan concluding seminar in Peshawar, Additional IG Police Mohammad Ali Babakhel reminded us that security cannot be achieved by law enforcement alone.

✨ “Peace is possible when youth and institutions stand together.”

His call reinforced the spirit of the initiative — youth, communities, and institutions joining hands for resilience and coexistence in the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs).

Organized by CHEF International - Pakistan as part of a UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project funded by the European Union in Pakistan, in collaboration with NACTA.

At the concluding seminar of the HumPakistan initiative in Peshawar, Governor KP Faisal Karim Kundi shared a powerful message with the youth of the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs):

✨ “It is time to place the voices of tribal youth at the center of our national development agenda.”

His words resonated deeply with over 200 participants — young leaders, civil society representatives, media professionals, and international partners — gathered to discuss “The Role of Youth in Fostering National Cohesion and Prosperity in Pakistan.”

This seminar was organized by CHEF International - Pakistan as part of a UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime funded by the European Union in Pakistan, in collaboration with NACTA.

The Governor’s remarks underscored a truth we all share: youth are not just stakeholders in Pakistan’s future — they are partners in shaping it today.

🌿 In a land shaped by resilience, a new narrative has emerged — written not with fear, but with hope.

Through the Hum Pakistan - Youth for Peace initiative, young men and women from the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stepped forward — not as victims of conflict, but as leaders of peace.

Led by CHEF International - Pakistan, as part of a UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime funded by the European Union in Pakistan, and in collaboration with NACTA, this initiative planted the seeds of transformation — and watched them grow.

✨ What we achieved together:

✅ Youth committees formed across all NMDs, ensuring representation, inclusion, and local leadership
✅ 28 young changemakers trained in peacebuilding, leadership, and digital resilience
✅ A guidebook, Rehnuma-e-Naujawan — crafted to inspire civic engagement, promote digital safety, and spark community action
✅ A series of peace seminars bringing together youth, educators, civil society, and the media
✅ A digital campaign that reached a massive, engaged audience — amplifying local voices with national relevance

🎥 The HumPakistan Documentary captures it all — the stories, the struggle, the spark of change.

👉 Watch the journey. Feel the impact. Believe in the future.

is not just a project. It’s a movement — a mirror of what’s possible when we place trust and power in the hands of our youth.

🎬 From powerful voices to unforgettable moments — here’s a glimpse into what made the HumPakistan event in Peshawar truly impactful.

Youth from KP and the NMDs took the stage with courage, clarity, and purpose — sharing real stories, raising critical questions, and offering practical solutions.

We witnessed conversations that sparked reflection, and ideas that inspired hope.

🌱 Launch of the youth-led guidebook Rahnuma-e-Naujawan
💬 Engaging discussions on leadership, inclusion, digital safety & resilience
🗣️ Strong support from national and international partners
🎥 And voices that reminded us: the future isn’t waiting — it’s already taking shape

This event was part of a UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project funded by the European Union in Pakistan, in collaboration with NACTA, and implemented by CHEF International - Pakistan under the Hum Pakistan - Youth for Peace.

🎞️ Watch the highlights and experience the energy firsthand.

🎙️ “Our youth need direction, support, and spaces to grow.” — Dr. Qibla Ayaz

In a recent seminar conducted by CHEF International - Pakistan at the University of Peshawar under the initiative, Dr. Qibla Ayaz — newly appointed as an ad-hoc member of the Supreme Court's Shariat Appellate Bench — joined as a panelist and highlighted the importance of such efforts in the positive development of youth from the Newly Merged Districts (NMDs).

He emphasized how peacebuilding seminars like these equip youth with tools for leadership, inclusion, and digital resilience.

🟦 This activity was part of the European Union in Pakistan-funded UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project in collaboration with NACTA.

🎥 Let’s hear his reflections in this short testimonial.

Let’s hear from Mehran Khan, a participant of the recent seminar organized under the initiative by CHEF International - Pakistan, hosted at the University of Peshawar.

In this video, Mehran reflects on the powerful discussions held during the event and emphasizes the role of inclusive education and youth engagement in building a peaceful future for KP’s Newly Merged Districts (NMDs).

This seminar was organized as part of the European Union in Pakistan-funded UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project in collaboration with NACTA, bringing together youth, educators, civil society leaders, and experts to strengthen community resilience through education.

🎥 Watch Mehran’s perspective and be part of the conversation.

🎥 Highlights | Youth, Education & Peacebuilding

Under the initiative, CHEF International - Pakistan organized a thought-provoking seminar at the University of Peshawar, bringing together over 100 youth, educators, policymakers, and civil society leaders from the NMDs of KP.

This video captures key moments and powerful testimonials from panelists and participants who shared insights on inclusive education, peacebuilding, and countering violent extremism in the context of post-merger regions.

Organized as part of the European Union in Pakistan-funded UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime project in collaboration with NACTA, the seminar spotlighted youth leadership, girls’ education, emotional resilience, and religious harmony as drivers of a more peaceful and inclusive Pakistan.