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ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP):A representative delegation of the Human Rights Council of Pakistan (HRCP), Twin Cities Chapter, paid an official visit to Bahria University Islamabad, where an important and constructive meeting was held with the university’s leadership and management.
The purpose of the meeting was to engage in serious dialogue on social, psychological, and human rights–related challenges faced by students in educational institutions, with particular emphasis on mental health and the growing concern of suicide among youth.
The HRCP delegation included Saadia Mirza (Vice President Mashal and Joint Secretary Central, HRCP), Israr Ahmed Yousafzai (Vice President), Advocate Hamad Abbasi (General Secretary), Nasir (Finance Secretary), Advocate Bilqees (Executive Member), and Nauman Ahsan (Executive Member).
The delegation was warmly received by Bahria University representatives, including senior officer Sundas Mushtaq (Manager, Leadership and Professional Development Center) and Saad Akbar Raja. During the meeting, Mashal’s recent research report was discussed in detail. The report highlights critical issues such as incidents of student suicide, rising mental stress, lack of adequate counseling facilities, and insufficient psychological support within educational institutions.
The HRCP delegation presented practical recommendations to promote students’ mental and social well-being. These included strengthening counseling systems, conducting awareness sessions, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for students. The university administration listened attentively to all points raised and responded positively, assuring full cooperation.
Bahria University’s management also expressed its willingness to facilitate future seminars, workshops, awareness sessions, and other educational and social programs organized by the Human Rights Council of Pakistan. It was further agreed that both institutions would collaborate on joint activities on a monthly basis during academic semesters.
On this occasion, special appreciation was extended to HRCP Chairman Jamshed Hussain and President Twin Cities Murad Ali for their courageous and commendable efforts in highlighting the critical and sensitive issue of youth mental health and suicide at the national level. Under their leadership, HRCP continues to play an effective role in promoting positive change within educational institutions and society at large.
This meeting marked a strong foundation for mutual cooperation and positive partnership between the two institutions. The HRCP Twin Cities Chapter expressed gratitude to the administration of Bahria University Islamabad for its cooperation and serious approach, while expressing hope that this collaboration will significantly contribute to creating a safe, informed, and supportive educational environment for the younger generation.