National Institute of Public Policy invited Anam Zakaria to talk on her book, 1971: A People’s History of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan. The event featured a talk by the author followed by Q&A session and book signing. Anam has given a poignant and deeply researched account of the events that shaped the history of Pakistan.…
On December 16, 2024, the National School of Public Policy (NSPP) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) entered into a Statement of Intent (SOI) to foster collaboration in key areas of mutual interest. This partnership aims to enhance public finance management, strengthen debt management, and promote inclusive and climate-resilient growth. It emphasizes the alignment…
The visit to City 42, Lahore’s first city-focused news channel, was an enlightening experience. The channel’s operations are uniquely centered on covering local news, making it a trailblazer in city-specific journalism in Pakistan. Participants were given a comprehensive tour of the channel’s facilities, including the newsroom, tickers section, and studios. The processes behind creating news…
The visit to Pakistan Television Network (PTV) provided participants with a deeper understanding of the role of state media in Pakistan. The guided tour included visits to various facilities, such as the gallery, studio, newsroom, and control rooms, offering a comprehensive view of the organization’s operations.The discussion addressed common misconceptions about PTV’s role in the…
The visit to the National Academy of Prison Administration (NAPA) was an eye-opening experience for the participants. NAPA plays a pivotal role in training prison staff, particularly senior officials and parole officers, with a focus on correctional practices and inmate rehabilitation. The session emphasized compliance with international standards, such as the Geneva Convention, to ensure…
The 2nd internship program at the National Institute of Public Policy (NIPP) is spanned at eight weeks from November 5, 2024 to January , 5, 2025. this program aims to provide hands-on experience in research and policy analysis, develop policy writing and data analysis skills, and expose interns to real-world policy challenges
The National Institute of Public Policy (NIPP) hosted a roundtable discussion on November 4, 2024, addressing the pressing need to regulate social media in Pakistan. The conference was initiated by Dr. Naveed Elahi, Dean of NIPP, who underscored the importance of developing a comprehensive regulatory framework to tackle challenges such as misinformation and hate speech.…
2nd NSPP Public Policy Conference on Food Security (19-20 August, 2024) The 2nd National School of Public Policy (NSPP)’s Conference on Food Security held on 19-20th August-2024 with speakers emphasizing the urgent need to address this escalating crisis. The two-day conference was comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics related to the challenges, solutions, and…
