The DHA Suffa University held the subject consultation in collaboration with UNESCO, Media 360, Punjab University.
The event focused on promoting Media and Information Literacy (MIL) to address challenges like disinformation and hate speech. MIL aims to empower individuals with critical skills to access, evaluate, and create media content responsibly, fostering peace and tolerance.
With Pakistan’s growing digital landscape—193 million mobile subscribers and 45.7% internet penetration—MIL aligns with the Digital Pakistan Policy and the National Education Policy, enhancing digital skills and critical thinking.
Speakers and Participants:
Session 1 (Moderator: Mr. Muhammad Noshad Ali, Group Executive Editor, Daily Pakistan)
Prof. Dr. Savera Mujib Shami, Chairperson, Department Digital Media, University of the Punjab
Mr. Hamza Khan Swati, National Professional Officer, UNESCO
Mr. Murtaza Wahab, Mayor of Karachi
Mr. Azhar Abbas, Managing Director GEO News/President AEMEND
Mr. Sarmad Ali, Member Senate of Pakistan
Brig. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saeed Minhas, Vice Chancellor, DHA Suffa University Karachi
Session 2 (Moderator: Prof. Dr. Savera Mujib Shami)
Mr. Faisal Sabzwari, Member Senate of Pakistan
Mr. Shahab Zuberi, Group Chief, Business Recorder
Mr. Jibran Nasir, Lawyer/Social Activist
Mr. Mubashar Mir, Resident Editor, Daily Pakistan
Session 3 (Moderator: Ms. Amina Ali, Communication Specialist & Cultural Heritage Strategist)
Ms. Asma Ibrahim, Archaeologist and Museologist
Dr. Midrarullah, Aga Khan University Library
Mr. Hamza Khan Swati, UNESCO
Overall, the event brought together policymakers, academics, media professionals, and students to discuss strategies for integrating MIL into education and policymaking, fostering an informed and cohesive society in Pakistan.
