Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives (IDEAS)

Join us for our upcoming Book Talk & Signing event with Dr. Ali Usman Qasmi, Associate Professor at LUMS and award-winning author of Qaum, Mulk, Sultanat: Citizenship and National Belonging in Pakistan.

In this captivating discussion, Dr. Qasmi will explore how Pakistan’s national identity was shaped in the aftermath of partition, addressing the challenge of creating new national symbols, narratives, and histories. Drawing on a diverse range of sources, he offers a nuanced understanding of citizenship, political tradition, and the long journey toward a democratic constitution for Pakistan.

We are thrilled to have IDEAS Research Fellow Maryam S. Khan as the moderator for this insightful event.

📅 Date: October 3, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Venue: Hast o Neest, 3 Iftikhar Ahmad Malik Road, Gulberg 2, Lahore

Copies of Qaum, Mulk, Sultanat will be available for purchase at the event. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the complexities of national belonging in Pakistan and engage in a thought-provoking conversation.

Limited seats available, so register now: https://forms.gle/mfx2W97LdUbWcSfH9

For more information, contact us at +92 347 1446661 or [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there!

🌍 World Population Day 2024 🌍

Today, we recognize the importance of understanding and addressing global population issues. At IDEAS, we are dedicated to researching and promoting sustainable solutions that empower communities and shape a better future for all.

🔗 Learn more about our initiatives at https://ideasdev.org

📢 Consultative Workshop on Land-Based Urban Property Tax in Punjab 📢

Dr. Anjum Nasim, former CEO and Senior Research Fellow of IDEAS, will be presenting the paper he has co-authored with Dr. Saqib Jafarey at the consultative workshop on "Land-Based Urban Property Tax in Punjab." This paper is part of IDEAS' Working Paper Series.

The event will take place on 11th July 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Crystal-A Hall, Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore.

Feel free to join us for an engaging discussion on crucial tax reforms and their implications for urban development in Punjab.

"Educational Conundrums of Pakistan" by Dr. Faisal Bari is now published and available for purchase! 📚✨

This groundbreaking book dives deep into the complex world of education reform in Pakistan. With over two decades of passionate engagement, Dr. Bari sheds light on educational challenges and provides insightful solutions accessible to everyone, from policymakers to concerned parents.

Buy Your Copy Today!

📳 To place an order, Message +92-321-4444178

✨ Exploring Gendered Norms in Education! ✨

Join Dr. Rabea Malik and Dr. Tayyaba Tamim as they delve into the gendered norms impacting social progress in education for young men and women. Discover their insights in the latest issue of the Gender Bi-Annual.

📰 Gender Bi-Annual | Issue 7: July 2024

🔗 Read the full article here 👇

http://surl.li/lujqud

The submission deadline for the Conference has been extended to July 14, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this multidisciplinary conference, happening from December 16-18, 2024.

Full details & submission info: https://shorturl.at/Oqa5n

⚠️Deadline Extended⚠️

The submission deadline for the next conference has been extended to July 14th.

The theme for this year’s conference is governance and inclusion.

Submission guidelines and the full can be accessed at:

🔗path2dev.org