Theme: Giving Back

Join us at TEDxYouth@AitchisonCollege for an inspiring and thought-provoking day under the theme "Giving Back." This event is a melting pot of innovative ideas and transformative stories that embody the essence of making meaningful contributions to society. We've curated a lineup of distinguished speakers from diverse fields such as journalism, law, technology, healthcare, film, justice, arts, and music. They'll share their personal journeys and the impactful ways they have enriched their communities and beyond.

TEDxYouth@AitchisonCollege is more than just a series of talks. It's an empowering experience where each story is a beacon of inspiration, challenging norms and showcasing the power of positive change. Our speakers' narratives extend beyond personal triumphs; they are potent examples of how individual action can ignite communal transformation.

This event is designed for the curious, the passionate, and the changemakers. Whether you are a student, educator, or someone keen on making a difference, you'll find a wellspring of inspiration and motivation here. The talks will provide fresh perspectives and stimulate you to ponder your potential role in giving back to your community and the world at large.

Be a part of this enriching experience at TEDxYouth@AitchisonCollege. Let's gather to explore and celebrate the diverse ways we can all contribute to crafting a brighter, more compassionate future.

Aitchison College
SHAHRAH-E-QUAID-E-AZAM
Lahore, Punjab, 54000
Pakistan

Afia Salam

Specialist in Climate Change

Afia Salam is the first Pakistani journalist and media development specialist. She completed her education at the University Of Karachi. She started her career by writing columns in both English and Urdu, and soon became a sports journalist. She later became trained as an air traffic controller and became the first member of Pakistan's female Air Traffic Controllers. She has also worked as a director of special projects for advertising projects.

Ali Ahsan

Lawyer

Ali Ahsan is one of the founders of Renaissance–a boutique consulting firm, and serves as the most senior advisor. Before he joined McKinsey (a global management company), he served as Special Assistant and Speechwriter to United Nations Secretaries-General Kofi Annan and Ban Ki-moon. Ali has a bachelor of arts in Economics with high honors, Phi Beta Kappa, from Harvard College and a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School.

Dr Agha Ali Raza

Assistant Professor

Dr Ali Agha Raza currently serves as the assistant professor in the department of computer science at LUMS. He received his PhD from the Language Technologies Institute, at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, USA. He aspires to enable social access for the underprivileged and marginalised communities. His work has helped 300,000 people in Pakistan, India, West Africa.

Dr Sara Saeed Khurram

Doctor

Dr Sara Saeed Khurram is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer for Sehat Kahani, she got her education at Aga Khan University. Sehat Kahani is an all-women's health provider network intended at providing basic healthcare facilities. She has won many awards such as CRDF Global, Ashoka Changemakers, ISIF Asia, and the Unicef- Global Goal Campaigner Award 2016 for her role formerly with doctHERs.

Kamil Chima

Film Producer

Kamil Chima is a producer, writer, and director. He studied Political Theory at Harvard, graduating in 2015. He serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Nehr Ghar films, and is well known for his debut film, Laal Kabootar, which he co-wrote and produced. This project was selected for an Academy Award by the Pakistan Oscar Committee.

Mansoor Ali Shah

Judge

Mansoor Ali Shah is a Pakistani jurist, who is a judge for the Pakistani Supreme court. He was educated at Aitchison College, Punjab University, and Downing College Cambridge. He played a role in the Lawyers Movement working on repairing the judiciary. Ever since he became a judge for the Pakistani High Court in 2009, he’s established decisions on constitutional law, human rights, and judicial reform.

Rashid Rana

Artist

Rashid Rana is a Pakistani artist whos work has been included in various exhibitions in Pakistan and outside Pakistan. He received a bachelor of fine arts from NCA, Pakistan. His works go over everyday issues through the themes of tradition and urbanisation. He currently serves the head of fine art at the school of visual arts and design.

Zulfiqar Jabbar

Producer

Zulfiqar “Xulfi” Jabbar is a Pakistani composer, singer-songwriter, producer and guitarist. He currently produces the famous series Coke Studio. He is part of the band “Call” as a composer, producer and guitarist. He has also been involved in the world of Bollywood working on songs such as “Laree Chooti” and “Yeh Pal”. Xulfi has worked with brands such as Nescafe Basement, Pepsi Battle Of The Bands, Coke etc.