Agenda
Dive into the vibrant energy of the Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference—a transformative experience that celebrates the power of ideas, innovation, and collaboration. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking panels, visionary keynote speeches from renowned experts, hands-on workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities. This isn’t just a conference; it’s a movement to inspire the next generation of changemakers.
Whether you’re driven by a passion for policy, a vision for technological breakthroughs, or a love for culture and community, this is your space to engage, connect, and lead.
Join us at Yale University on April 12, 2025, and be part of a groundbreaking journey to shape a brighter, bolder future for Pakistani’s . The future starts here—with you.
8:00 - 9:00 am
Breakfast & Registration
Location: Humanities Quadrangle Main Hall
9:00 - 9:20 am
Conference Kick Off by Yalies for Pakistan
Speakers: Amna Khilji & Aleena Gul
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room L02
9:20 - 10:00 am
The OPEN Open House - Build Your Unique Brand & Navigate Your Career Path
Speaker: Amna Khilji in Conversation with Tariq Khan & Zain Jeewanjee
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room L02
10:00 - 11:30 am
Panel: “Qanoon” — Pakistanis for Law, Justice & Human Rights
Moderator: Mehlaqa Samdani
Panelists: Judge Asim Rehman, Saema Somalya, Hira Mustafa, Rabia Chaudry, Maria Kari
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room L01
Panel: “Kitab” — Pakistani Literature Through the Decades
Moderator: Zarrar Said
Panelists: Omer Aziz, Soniah Kamal, Dur e Aziz Amna
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room 131
Panel: “Takneek” — Pakistanis in Technology & Entrepreneurship
Moderator: Sabina Zafar
Panelists: Kulsoom Lakhani, Nabeel Kaukab, Hussain Nadim, Farrukh Mahboob
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room L02
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Learn: “Sahafat” — Pakistanis in Journalism & Media:
Moderator: Wajahat S. Khan
Panelists: Wajahat Ali, Mehr Nadeem, Jibran Ilyas, Ayesha Tanzeem
Location: Dwight Hall Chapel
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Panel: “Sehat” — Pakistanis in Health & Wellness
Moderator: Sobia Shaikh
Panelists: Ayaan Sohail, Syra Madad, Saad Omar
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room 276
Panel “Aqliyat” — The State of Ethnic & Religious Minorities
Moderator: Abdul-Rehman Malik
Panelists: Rida Ali, Malik Siraj Akbar, Michael Kugelman
Location: Humanities Quadrangle 134
Panel: “Saqafat” — Pakistanis in Modern Arts & Culture
Moderator: Sakib “Saks” Afridi
Panelists: Saagar Shaikh, Mumtaz Mustafa, Adil Abedi, Hiba Schabaz
Location: Humanities Quadrangle, Room L01
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Governance & Diplomacy Townhall + Keynote Address
Moderator: Wajahat S. Khan
Panelists: Amb. Ali J. Siddiqui, Amb. Anne Patterson, Prof. Adil Najam, Michael Kugelman
Keynote: Ali Jahangir Siddiqui
Location: Luce Hall Auditorium
10:00 pm - 12:00 am