From empowering women to nurturing youth-led ventures, Samanata Thapa has been driving entrepreneurial change in Nepal and beyond.
This October, hear her insights at Indus Conclave 2025 in Lahore.
📅 3–5 Oct | 📍 Alhamra Arts Council
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Samanata Thapa, Program Officer at Nepal Communitere. She leads the Tourovation Hub and I-Cube Business Incubation Programs. With a background in business administration and entrepreneurship, she is dedicated to supporting marginalized women and youth in Nepal and abroad.
Jibran Nasir, lawyer, civil rights activist and political figure known for his advocacy for human rights and social justice. Founder of the NGO Never Forget Pakistan, he has worked to protect marginalized communities through initiatives such as Pakistan For All andElaj Trust.
Mubashir Zaidi, seasoned journalist and Executive Producer at TRT World. He has played a pivotal role in shaping credible and impactful journalism in Pakistan. With his sharp analysis and engaging presence, he remains one of the most trusted voices in country’s media landscape.
How has the Sehat Card expanded access to healthcare?
Maj. Gen (r) Naeem Naqi (UBAS) and Dr. Ali Razaque (Punjab Health Initiative) unpack the success behind Punjab’s landmark health financing program.
Indus Conclave welcomes Dr. Moeed W. Yusuf, Pakistan’s youngest former National Security Adviser, scholar, and author of Brokered Bargaining. He has taught at Boston University, George Washington University, LUMS, and is a Senior Fellow at Harvard’s Belfer Center.
Indus Conclave welcomes Maj. Gen. (r) Naeem Naqi — Vice Chancellor of the University of Biological and Applied Sciences. A renowned oncologist, educator, and award-winning researcher, he has pioneered cancer care and mentored generations of specialists.
Indus Conclave welcomes Dr. Athar Osama — science policymaker, advisor & founder of INNOVentures Global. Creator of STEMx & Holistic Science Teaching Fellowship, he continues to champion STEM education & innovative teaching practices across the globe.
Pakistan faces one of the world’s most pressing education challenges: over 25 million children are out of school, and learning outcomes are in decline.
This panel will examine how Pakistan can bridge the gaps in both access and quality of education.
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Announcing the 2025 Edition of the Indus Conclave. Join us from 3rd to 5th October at Alhamra Arts Centre, Mall Road as we get ready to welcome thinkers, artists, academics, writers and changemakers from across the Global South and beyond.
Join University of Central Punjab, Lahore, this Fall 2025 and be part of a diverse international community with world-class faculty, vibrant student life, and strong academic support.
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@UNODCPakistan has wrapped up a month-long Training of Trainers (ToT), bringing together 45 lecturers—including 29 women—equipping the lecturers with the skills to embed business integrity modules in higher education curricula.
Unlock the power of financial insight and master the fundamentals of finance with CPE's upcoming course. Empower yourself with essential financial knowledge to make informed decisions.
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The University of Central Punjab (UCP) has signed an MOU with the Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) to promote research and development in food safety and technology, aligned with UN SDGs.
Our International Office in collaboration with Education in Ireland (a government subsidy of Irish Government) is organizing an Education Fair at UCP on October 11, 2024, from 2 PM to 6:30 PM. 12 Irish Institutes will set up their stalls.