As a Civil Society Manager at AKRSP, I champion community-driven development by engaging with local communities, building strong relationships, and facilitating grassroots initiatives. I empower individuals to identify their own needs and work collectively to address them. I design and implement innovative strategies that enhance social cohesion and local capacity building. I am instrumental in organizing workshops, awareness campaigns, and skill-building sessions that foster sustainable change.I have a strong academic background in Development Studies, with a BS.Hons from KIU Hunza campus and a semester exchnage diploma from Winona State University as part of the Global UGRAD exchange program. I am also pursuing an MS in Project Management to further advance my skills and knowledge in the development sector. I am passionate about creating impactful solutions that improve the lives of marginalized and vulnerable populations. I have experience in research, project management, and social mobilization, with a proven track record of contributing to transformative initiatives. I have received multiple honors and certifications for my academic and professional achievements, including the President's Gold Medal, the Star of Pakistan, and the Certified Advocacy Champion for Ending Gender Based Violence. I am the Master Trainer for Adoloscent Health & Wellbeing Program (AHWP) of Aga Khan Foundation. I am also skilled in youth programs, basic life skills, and youth mentoring.