The Youth Blog

Injustice in today’s “modern” world

Under the same moon Under the same sky Different households, different problems. All while, under the same moon, under the same sky One story from a million A child. Broken by genocide. Unaware of his next meal and if he’ll ever heal “Will I live?” Instead of “I want to play!” One story Out of…

Degree or skills? A Guideline for the Youth

The youth is indecisive. The discourse over whether a university degree is imperative or are skills more crucial has been going on for the longest time; especially since the evolution of technology and the introduction of the concept of work from home and freelancing (blog writing, copy writing, digital content creating etc.). There are various…

5th Generation Genocide: How Can We Collectively Defeat Israel?

Does the Israeli onslaught on Palestine – for decades, but especially the current attack on Gaza – seem like a normal war to you? It does not. Well, part of the reason is that a legitimate WAR requires both sides to have an army, which Palestine does not have. Beyond that though, Israel is doing…

It’s Black and White: Not Every Story Has “Two Sides”

Israel is bombing Gaza again. Palestinian lives are being lost again. And yet again, we are hearing from the ‘gatekeepers of world peace’ that they will offer unconditional support to – ISRAEL. We are again hearing from influential celebrities about “peace” on “both sides. We are yet again witnessing the ignorance of the real problem:…

Community Engagement: Key to a Resilient Future

Strong communities are built only through the proactive participation of its members in all activities. Community Engagement can include activism in any area of social benefit from health and education, to climate and planning. Community engagement is a crucial solution to many of society’s pressing issues, and it’s about time we start the conversation. Have…

The Neglection of Women’s Mental Health Issues

Psychological issues affect everyone and they can only be handled if they are recognized timely. In Pakistan, almost everyone – especially women – is vulnerable to psychological difficulties and is fighting internal struggles. Surprisingly, 50% of Pakistani women were categorized as distressed women; despite the fact that they never had any formal mental diagnosis. Depression…

Advancing Women’s Rights in Pakistan: A Doctor’s Perspective

I am Dr. Hina Sikander, a medical professional deeply committed to the health and well-being of all individuals, particularly the women of Pakistan. I’m working with the federal government, currently in the International Mail Office. In this blog, I aim to shed light on the state of women’s rights in Pakistan, the progress that has…

Paying in Blood : Current Cost of Living in Pakistan.

Living in Pakistan is becoming harder by the day as expenses continue to rise with little to no increments in earnings. The country is faced with recession and inflation simultaneously, forcing people to move abroad – even the staunchest patriots. Imagine you’re a father of a toddler. Your wife asks you to bring milk on…

Rid Us of the Persistent Depiction of Domestic Violence!

Mass media, in any society, has a powerful position to influence the overall culture, making it a critical component in creating and altering current ideologies within the given society. In a patriarchal orthodox society like Pakistan, our media’s role has been nothing short of a terrible nightmare in normalising our minds towards the glorification of…

Basic Level of Sensitivity: Too Much to Expect?

This post is in reference to the current show ‘Hadsa’ on Geo Entertainment. However, the basic premise remains true across the board – why can we not provide the most basic level of empathy in our portrayal of sensitive topics? It is no secret that the Pakistani drama industry often fails in properly handling and…