October, 2023 - The Youth Blog

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…