Tell us about your educational background, and what motivated you to join NAVTTC? I am a psychologist. I have worked in the sub-sectors of drug rehabilitation for children battling abuse and women in distress. I am also interested in civic education and I also have a degree in governance. Then I joined the development sector….
Few figures stand out as dynamically and enthusiastically as Gulmina Bilal Ahmed, the Chairperson of the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) in technical and vocational education in Pakistan. With a robust background as a psychologist and extensive experience in governance and civic education, Gulmina has seamlessly integrated her diverse expertise to spearhead initiatives…
The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) was established in 2005 and serves as the central regulatory and management authority for Pakistan’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector under the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training. Their vision is clear: “Skills for Employability, Skills for All.” To achieve this, NAVTTC fulfills…
Suicide Bombings / AttacksTwo suicide bombers exploded themselves in a failed attempt to enter the Bannu cantonment in Bannu District on the morning of July 15, reports Business Recorder. “Initial assessment shows that there were two suicide bombings” an unnamed senior security official said adding that “the attackers could not pass through the security cordon…
In a lush green valley nestled between the mountains of the Himalayas lived a carpet weaver named Kalash. His village flourished, its threads woven from the vibrant lives of its people – the merchants, the artisans, the farmers. But a storm loomed, threatening to undo peace and tranquility. Murmurs of problems and whispers of discontent…
Women at Work In the world, women are winning awards in every field of life and excelling at workplaces and their achievements are surpassing their male counterparts. Women at work, whether it is blue-collar jobs or white ones, their dedication and hard work have a significant impact. A study conducted by Korn Ferry in 2016,…
India exhibited its capability to keep diverse partners on its side, in an earnest attempt to foment a balanced foreign policy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s surprisingly debut visit to Russia, after kick-starting his third-term in office, had categorical messages for Moscow, Washington and Beijing, apart from Brussels. New Delhi was pushing the envelope of strategic…
Some keys unlock doors, allowing us to delve into the innermost dimensions of our minds. These keys – upbringing, experiences, setbacks, education, and others – unleash a flood of curiosity, imagination, and limitless thinking power, enabling us to contemplate and question the world around us. Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon…
IntroductionIn the last issue of DJ, “Tanzih and Tashbih” were discussed, the key concepts in Islamic theology representing God’s dual nature of incomparability and similarity. Tanzih means declaring God’s incomparability, emphasizing that He is free from all imperfections and unlike any creation. It highlights God’s transcendence, as in the Quranic verse “Nothing is like Him”…
For every professional, making the move from academics to the business world is a major turning point. This transition presents a number of difficulties for many students, including adjusting to a new corporate culture, comprehending and negotiating office politics, striking a balance between work and personal life, and overcoming emotions of being an impostor. A…
