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As we commemorate Patras Bokhari, explore his collection of essays, Patras Kay Mazameen (پطرس کے مضامین) published in 1927: https://lnkd.in/dQNjHUvW Discover more of his creative brilliance through his other essays and writings: https://lnkd.in/d36h_En3 IDEAS collaborates with digital archives and public history forums in Pakistan through its digital public history program to curate and facilitate access to local knowledge. We hope that this initiative will help in expanding public outreach to history outside our classrooms. Image Credits: Ilqa Publications

We're excited to share that the registrations for #Path2Dev, 2024 are now open. Register now: https://bit.ly/4g3jHBC Visit path2dev.org/ for the program schedule and more information on the conference. The Pathways to Development Conference 2024 focuses on Governance and Inclusion, addressing the critical need to strengthen governance systems amidst growing inequalities and social fragmentation. Featuring leading research in economics, sociology, politics, and law, the conference will explore themes such as land rights, education policy, climate resilience, and digital innovation. With sessions on gender, public health, and macroeconomic challenges, it provides a comprehensive platform to reimagine governance and social transformation in South Asia. CERP, Lahore University of Management Sciences, Institute of Development Studies, Consortium for Development Policy Research, International Growth Centre, Chaudhry Nazar Muhammad Department of Economics - LUMS

Patras Bokhari was Pakistan's first Permanent Representative at the United Nations from 1951-1954. He then retired from Pakistan's employment to join the UN as head of its Information Department in NY as Under-Secretary to the Secretary General from 1954 till his death in 1958. A man of letters, Patras drafted Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan's speeches and public announcements for his visit to the US in 1950, compiled as "Pakistan: The Heart of Asia" (Harvard University Press). His speeches at the UN are also a literary treasure: https://lnkd.in/eA3EtkmF Explore the archive of images of his life and his time at the UN. https://lnkd.in/eBe_Cdjk IDEAS collaborates with digital archives and public history forums in Pakistan through its digital public history program to curate and facilitate access to local knowledge. We hope that this initiative will help in expanding public outreach to history outside our classrooms.

In memory of Patras Bokhari on his 66th death anniversary (December 5, 1958), IDEAS is pleased to commemorate his many creative and diplomatic accomplishments by sharing an archive of his life and works, curated by his grandson, Syed Ayaz Bokhari. https://lnkd.in/eGemjBSM 'Patras' (Peter in Greek) was Pir Ahmed Shah Bokhari's sobriquet, reflecting his deep knowledge of Greek philosophy. It was adopted by him when his headmaster at Islamia College Peshawar, Mr. Watkins, endearingly pronounced Pir as Pierre (French for Peter). The Patras Bokhari open access digital archive was officially launched at Patras' alma mater, Government College Lahore, in December 2005. We invite you to discover the many facets of this great personality through his works, including essays, speeches, letters and other writings. IDEAS collaborates with digital archives and public history forums in Pakistan through its digital public history program to curate and facilitate access to local knowledge. We hope that this initiative will help in expanding public outreach to history outside our classrooms.

Join us for our upcoming Book Talk with Dr. Yasser Kureshi, Lecturer at the Department of South Asian Studies at the University of Oxford, and author of Seeking Supremacy, The Pursuit of Judicial Power in Pakistan. In this captivating discussion, Dr. Kureshi will explore the emergence of the judiciary as an assertive and confrontational center of power, and a consequential new feature of Pakistan’s political system - mapping out the relationship between the judiciary and the military in Pakistan. We are thrilled to have IDEAS Research Fellow Dr. Dr. Maryam S. Khan as the moderator for this insightful event. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the complexities of the political, social and institutional contexts of the judiciary, and engage in a thought-provoking conversation. Limited seats are available, so register with your name and email (or alternative contact) now, at https://lnkd.in/eU3eUwec For more information, contact us at +92 347 1446661 or communications@ideaspak.org

🌍 For World Children’s Day, our junior researchers highlight the urgent issues facing millions of children in Pakistan - from malnutrition and educational exclusion to climate impacts. bit.ly/493BGp9 Our latest blog explores these interconnected crises and the importance of generating evidence-based solutions.💡 Read our blog post here: https://lnkd.in/efReN6Ja Learn more on how IDEAS is driving evidence-based change across our research clusters: https://bit.ly/3ZmspnR Sarosh Sultan Maheen Salman

Join us for our upcoming Book Talk with Dr. Yasser Kureshi, Lecturer at the Department of South Asian Studies at the University of Oxford, and author of Seeking Supremacy, The Pursuit of Judicial Power in Pakistan. In this captivating discussion, Dr. Kureshi will explore the emergence of the judiciary as an assertive and confrontational center of power, and a consequential new feature of Pakistan’s political system - mapping out the relationship between the judiciary and the military in Pakistan. We are thrilled to have IDEAS Research Fellow Dr. Dr. Maryam S. Khan as the moderator for this insightful event. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the complexities of the political, social and institutional contexts of the judiciary, and engage in a thought-provoking conversation. Limited seats are available, so register with your name and email (or alternative contact) now, at https://lnkd.in/eU3eUwec For more information, contact us at +92 347 1446661 or communications@ideaspak.org

🔔 Happening Next Week: Webinar | The Patriarchal Political Order with Dr. Soledad Artiz Prillaman (Stanford Universiry) and Ms. Sharmeen Azeem (IDEAS), moderated by Rida (LUMS).

🔔 IDEAS is proud to present the 5th session of its Book Talk Series, available to watch at: https://lnkd.in/ehxT_kkY. “Qaum, Mulk, Sultanat: Citizenship and National Belonging in Pakistan” with Dr. Ali Usman Qasmi. The session was held in collaboration with Bazm-e-AaLam at Hast-o-Neest, Lahore on October 3rd 2024. The Book talk features Dr. Ali Usman Qasmi, one of Pakistan’s leading historians and author of “Qaum, Mulk, Sultanat: Citizenship and National Belonging in Pakistan”, and is moderated by Dr. Maryam S. Khan, Research Fellow at IDEAS. Together, they partake in an intellectual exchange on interfaith harmony. The event was followed by a book signing by Dr. Qasmi. Copies of the book were made available for purchase from an exclusive book stall organized by Readings.

📢 IDEAS is hiring a Research Assistant (Air Quality & Pollution Avoidance) Are you interested in research on air quality and public health? 🌍 This role offers the chance to work with stakeholders, conduct surveys and explore digital solutions for pollution management. 🔗 Details and Application: https://lnkd.in/e8sb9Qym #applynow