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Pehchan Pakistan is an inclusive contest designed to unleash the imagination and creative vision of our youngsters.
Launched in 2017, on Pakistan's 70th Independence Day.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a platform that empowers young minds to express their imagination, promoting national integrity, and inspiring a generation of visionary leaders committed to shaping a prosperous and harmonious society.
Our Mission
Our mission is to involve young individuals in educational activities with a strong focus on exploring the various aspects and dimensions of their own country, fostering knowledge and understanding.
Note: Pehchan Pakistan is a project of Community Development Council.
Registered with Directorate of Social Welfare, Punjab Government.
Registration # DOSWWD&BM/RWP/2012.0184 of 2012
Logo designed by Malik Junaid Ali Awan
2017
Pehchan Pakistan is the first and only inclusive contest in Pakistan. By participating in this contest, students not only get their talent acknowledged but also help raise funds to support schools for underprivileged students - till date nearly 46,000 students have participated and received "Citizenship Award",
Jamal Shah is a celebrated Pakistani artist and cultural leader—actor, director, musician, writer, painter, and sculptor. Educated in both Pakistan and the UK, he has founded major institutions like Hunerkada and served as the caretaker Federal Minister of Culture. A recipient of France's Order of Arts and Letters, he continues to champion the arts through filmmaking and cultural development.
Dr. Inamul Haq Javeid is a distinguished Pakistani poet, translator, and cultural scholar with advanced degrees in Urdu and Punjabi literature. As M.D of the National Book Foundation, he has steered major publishing initiatives across Pakistan’s linguistic heritage. Author of more than 50 books—including poetry, literary history, and translations—he is a recipient of the Pride of Performance and Waris Shah awards.
Mazhar Nisar is an award-winning English news anchor, radio host, analyst, and poet with over 25 years of service in Pakistani media. A beloved voice on PTV and Radio Pakistan, he’s also a published poet and a seasoned public health professional who has represented Pakistan on global stages.
Amna Shah is an acclaimed artist and social advocate, and the Director of Hunerkada—Islamabad's premier college for visual and performing arts. With a prolific career spanning exhibitions, film production, and cultural initiatives, she champions art education and community engagement across Pakistan.
Muniba Mazari is a famous Pakistani artist, writer, and speaker who shows the world that nothing is impossible if you believe in yourself. Even after a difficult accident that changed her life, she never gave up. Instead, she picked up her paintbrush and her voice to inspire millions of people.
She is called the “Iron Lady of Pakistan” because of her courage and strength. Muniba talks to young people all over the world about hope, confidence, and believing in your dreams.
Fehmida Gul is an accomplished educationist with an M.Phil in Urdu and extensive experience teaching the language at various levels. She has dedicated her career to nurturing a deep appreciation for Urdu literature and culture among students. Through her expertise and commitment, she continues to inspire learners to value their linguistic and cultural heritage.
Rakhshanda Mazhar has been teaching Urdu for many years in some of Pakistan’s best schools. Her love for the language shines through in her teaching, where she makes stories and poetry come alive for her students. Today, she is the Head of the Urdu Department at an international school in Oman, where she continues to share her passion for Urdu with young learners from around the world.
Virginia Morgan has served as a consultant with leading organizations.
A gifted photographer, Virginia captures the world through a lens that highlights beauty in simplicity and meaning in detail. Her love for heritage extends to being an avid antique collector, preserving objects that connect the past with the present. With her unique blend of global experience, artistic sensibility, and cultural curiosity, she continues to inspire others to value creativity & heritage.