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The integration of workshops and sessions on Zero Waste (ZW) as a collective social responsibility into the Community Medicine Clerkship for Army Medical College  marks a significant milestone as NUMS celebrates five years of its green initiatives. Prof Syed Fawad Mashhadi, head of department of Community Medicine, his team and AM college leadership played a pivotal role in inclusion of ZW in the clerkship curriculum. With first session conducted on 19 Dec 2023, these workshops have been successfully conducted over the past two years by Department of Community medicine, Army Medical College in collaboration with NUMS office of Environmental Stewardship. Members of NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC), Dr Adeela Bashir and Dr Nosheen Akhtar from Departments of Health Professions Education and Biological Sciences respectively, facilitated these sessions every six weeks for batches on their rotation for community medicine clerkship. Nearly 400 undergraduate medical students—future doctors and healthcare leader have been trained through these collaborative ZW workshops over two years.

The initiative aims to build awareness of the growing global waste crisis and its profound implications for public health, while equipping students with practical knowledge and skills to promote sustainable practices within healthcare facilities and community settings. Through activities, discussions, and contextual examples, students are introduced to the 5 Rs of Zero Waste , including waste reduction at source, segregation, recycling, composting, and minimizing waste sent to landfill sites. Emphasis is placed on understanding waste management as a public health priority rather than merely an environmental concern.

Students are briefed on how NUMS, a ZW practicing University, achieved a marked reduction in municipal solid waste sent to landfill sites through source segregation, recycling systems, and sustained awareness efforts. This successful institutional model, a real-world example demonstrates how health professions institutions can fulfill their environmental responsibilities while maintaining operational efficiency and safety. The lessons learned are directly linked to potential applications in AM college and wider community including healthcare setups. A significant focus of the sessions is the healthcare sector, where poor waste practices contribute to pollution, climate change, and disease transmission. Students learn that approximately 85 percent of hospital waste is non-hazardous and can be effectively reduced through ZW practices, procedures, and policies. By highlighting this often-overlooked aspect of healthcare delivery, sessions emphasize the role of doctors not only as clinicians but also as advocates and agents of change for healthy environments. Students are encouraged to promote sustainable behaviors through patient education, community engagement, and leadership within healthcare teams and institutions.

The integration of ZW education into the Community Medicine Clerkship Program marks a significant milestone as NUMS celebrates five years of its green initiatives. Prof Syed Fawad Mashhadi, head of department of Community Medicine, his team and AM college leadership played a pivotal role in inclusion of ZW in the clerkship curriculum. Through this initiative, AM college and NUMS continue to demonstrate leadership in producing socially responsible, environmentally conscious doctors who are equipped to address emerging public health challenges linked to climate change and environmental degradation. This will initiative helps NUMS contribute towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 17 (Partnership for Goals).

Awareness sessions on pressing environmental issues, aimed at developing climate resilience have been incorporated into the Annual Academic Calendar of the Armed Forces Postgraduate Medical lnstitute (AFPGMI) for the Common Lectures planned for MSc Health Care Administration (HCA), MS Public Health (MSPH), MCC (CHCA) and Graded Trainees in Clinical Specialties. First common lecture was held in Faruki Auditorium, AFPGMI on 04 September 2025. This was followed one month later by a one-day workshop on Zero Waste (ZW) conducted for MSPH on 03 October 2025. This marks an important milestone as NUMS celebrates its five years of environmental stewardship.

Common Lecture was organized by AFPGMI Training Wing in collaboration with NUMS office of Environmental Stewardship, NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC). Gen Muhammad Rafique, Commandant AFPGMI, Maj Gen (Retd) Irfan Ali Mirza, Dean AFPGMI Brig Ayesha Abubakar Mitha, Director Training AFPGMI also graced the occasion. Prof Ayesha Rauf, Dr Naushaba Sadiq and Dr Adeela Bashir from Department of Health Professions Education represented NESC and NUMS Green Office.

Dr Adeela Bashir delivered the lecture titled 'Climate Crisis- Threats and Opportunities for Health Professions', highlighting the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution as an existential threat to humanity and the planet. Pakistan, being one of the most vulnerable nations, faces severe consequences. For health professions and healthcare, climate change acts as a threat multiplier, worsening disease burdens, increasing morbidity and mortality, and straining already fragile healthcare systems. Healthcare professionals must be equipped to identify climate-related health threats and respond effectively. This necessitates integrating climate education as a mandatory part of health professions training to develop climate smart health care professionals and climate resilient health care systems. Healthcare professional institutions can not only take the lead in building climate resilience within healthcare setups, they can also act as role models and agents of change for the community in terms of sensitizing them towards their social and environmental responsibilities through community engagement and patient education.

Project Zero Waste NUMS, University’s flagship environmental project was introduced as a practical example of the role health professions institutions can play in terms of fulfilling their environmental responsibilities. NUMS was able to reduce the municipal solid waste going to landfill sites from campus by 75%. This carries practical implication for hospital and health care setups as general non-hazardous hospital waste constitutes about 85 percent of hospital waste. The global waste crisis which is aggravating all aspects of planetary crisis. Hospital waste must also be minimized based on principles of ZW through change in practices, procedures and policies.

Prof Dr Ayesha Rauf thanked all participants and urged to play their role. Question answer session included very active participation from the participants. Commandant AFPGMI in his concluding remarks stressed the urgent need to proactively build climate resilience, with special focus on minimizing waste at both institutional and individual levels. He endorsed the ongoing efforts and pledged the institution's full compliance and support.

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NUMS Team conducted Awareness sessions at CMH Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS), Bahawalpur and Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences (QIMS), on July 4 and July 8 2025 respectively, on promoting sustainable practices and Zero Waste (ZW). CIMS and QIMS, both are affiliated with the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS). The sessions were organized jointly by the host institutions, NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC) and Department of Health Professions Education (NDHPE). These aimed to promote social accountability and environmental responsibility among students, faculty, and staff with a focus on reducing waste through ZW practice, especially in healthcare and academic settings.

At CIMS Bahawalpur Auditorium, the session started with opening remarks from Dr. Rabia Saeed. Associate Professor Pathology Deptt. It featured an engaging talk, titled “Promoting Sustainability: Zero Waste Practices – Role of Health Professions,” by Dr Adeela Bashir, Lead Project ZW for NUMS and coordinator NESC. The session concluded with remarks from Prof. Brig (R) Ch. Altaf Hussain, who appreciated the initiative and highlighted the urgent need for environmentally conscious behavior in healthcare.

Session at QIMS Auditorium, Quetta started with beautiful recitation from Holy Quran by Atif, a Student from QIMS and opening remarks by Dr Tuba Imtiaz, from QIMS DHPE. This session also featured a talk by Dr Adeela Bashir. Principal QIMS Prof Dr. Zafar Hussain Tanveer in his concluding remarks, conveyed his appreciation for the session and emphasized the critical need for environmentally conscious practices within the health professions. He urged students and participants to adopt ZW practices on campus.

Both the sessions were attended by a large number of participants, including students from both the Medical Colleges and College of Nursing, faculty members, and administrative staff. Theses helped educate attendees on the role of global waste crisis in aggravating environmental hazards, introduce the 5 Rs of ZW (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot (Composting), and Raise Awareness), and encourage faculty and student-led green initiatives in the campuses.  Both the session Q&A session involved active participation from attendees. A commitment to sustainability was symbolized by a pledge taken by all the participants to minimize waste.

NESC Team included NDHPE faculty- Prof Dr Ayesha Rauf, Patron NESC and Dr Naushaba Sadiq and Dr Adeela Bashir. AM Shahzad Ashraf provided support for the sessions from NUMS Green Office. NDHPE Team was in CIMS and QIMS CHPE contact sessions, and they conducted separate ZW awareness sessions for CHPE students as well. NESC Team extended their gratitude to the principals, faculty and students at both CIMS and QIMS by the for supporting an important cause and for providing them a platform. Future recommendations at both the institutions includes the establishment of a dedicated team or a task force at institutions comprising volunteers from all stakeholder groups, conducting waste tracking and audits, campus-wide awareness campaigns, and the integration of environmental sustainability into curriculum. These events helped NUMS achieve UN SDGs 12, 13 and 17.

NUMS organized a Webinar from the Zero Waste Alliance Pakistan (ZWAP) platform on 15 April to commemorate the International Day of Zero Waste (ZW) 2025. It was aligned with the United Nations' theme for this year, 'Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles,' focusing on the urgent need to reduce the impact of waste in the fashion and textile sector and promote sustainability and circularity. ZWAP  is a coalition of leading academic institutions representing all the regions of Pakistan that have joined together as founding members of the Alliance. This collaborative effort aims to leverage the scholarly community's knowledge, research capabilities, innovative solutions, and community engagement initiatives to address the nation's waste challenges.

A panel of eminent experts and thought leaders from diverse sectors shared their insights on the challenges and opportunities for transitioning Pakistan's fashion and textile industry toward a ZW future. Distinguished speakers included Miriam Kugele, Director, Environment and Sustainability Aga Khan University (AKU); Ms. Somayeh Bardai, CEO - RLCC (Ra'ana Liaquat Craftsmen Colony) Karachi; Raghib Khan - Sustainability & Quality Specialist, IKEA Supply AG Pakistan Liaison Officer; Mr. Muhammad Nauman, Manager, Compliance & Sustainability of AGI Denim (Artistic Garment Industries) one of Pakistan's leading denim exporters, and Ms. Maheen Yousaf, a textile designer and faculty from Government Sadiq College for Women University, Bahawalpur. Dr Aman Karim, focal person of ZWAP from NUMS, moderated the webinar.

Miriam, the focal person of AKU for ZWAP, discussed the environmental impacts of increasing textile waste in healthcare settings, emphasized the urgency of adopting sustainable practices, and offered many suggestions for achieving ZW targets. She highlighted the need to balance waste reduction with maintaining hygiene, preventing infections, and ensuring patient and staff safety.

Ms. Somayeh Bardai highlighted the challenges and opportunities in transitioning towards sustainable fashion, the role the fashion brands are playing, and their potential to promote sustainability in the fashion and textile sector in Pakistan. She shared RLCC's initiatives to promote sustainability and women's empowerment.

Mr. Raghib Khan stressed sustainable business choices in textile chains. He shared IKEA's commitment to sustainability, with a focus on climate-smart Production and processes. Mr. Nauman pointed out that the fashion and textile industry was the second-largest industrial polluter globally. He highlighted trends and challenges in sustainable manufacturing within the country and shared AGI Denim's commitment to promoting sustainable practices.

Ms. Maheen Yousaf, an academic representative, shared the successful initiatives of her students to use natural fibers and reuse cloth and fabric. She shared suggestions regarding how academia can act as agents of change in fostering a shift towards sustainability.

Overall, the webinar facilitated networking between stakeholders, including producers, consumers, the health,h sector, and academia representatives from the fashion and textiles sector. It also identified potential interventions and helped foster opportunities for collaboration among stakeholders. The webinar ended with a note of thanks to the speakers and a team of ZWAP NUMS comprising students, faculty, and the support staff involved in organizing the webinar.

An insightful session has been conducted to educate students about their civic and social responsibilities at two schools, Army Public School & College System (APSACS) Pasban Westridge and APSACS Chaklala Garrison. The sessions featured two speakers, Dr. Faryal Umbreen, a faculty member from International Islamic University, and Dr Adeela Bashir, a faculty member of NUMS, on behalf of the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS). Begum Lt General (R) Shahid Imtiaz graced the occasion as a Chief Guest. The 27 February 2025 event was planned to coincide with Ramadan and included the Teachers Excellence Awards Ceremony. It aimed to inspire young minds to embrace the spiritual aspects of Ramadan and their roles as responsible citizens contributing to a better society.

Dr. Faryal from Islamic International University addressed the spiritual significance of preparing for Ramadan, emphasizing personal reflection, self-discipline, and strengthening one's connection with faith. Her talk resonated deeply with the students, helping them understand the importance of inner purification and moral conduct as they enter the sacred month.

Dr Adeela Bashir, a member of the NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC) and Zero Waste Alliance Pakistan (ZWAP), spoke about civic awareness, focusing on the importance of fulfilling responsibilities as conscientious members of society. The talk underscored key aspects such as social etiquette, respecting rules, ethical behavior, and actively contributing to the well-being of our community and the planet. The discussion aimed to instill in students a sense of accountability in their daily interactions and decision-making processes.

Dr Bashir emphasized adopting Zero-Waste practices to protect the environment and conserve resources. She encouraged schools and students to adopt ZW practices and emphasized how responsible consumption and waste minimization align with Ramadan's values of moderation, gratitude, and sustainability. The talk helped align the event with SDG 12—Responsible Consumption and Production, 13—Climate Action, and 17—Partnership for the Goals.

This event served as a timely reminder that spiritual growth goes hand in hand with ethical living and civic responsibility. By fostering a sense of duty towards society and the environment, one can truly embody the values of compassion, generosity, and stewardship that the holy month teaches us.

Speakers expressed gratitude to the chief guest and the school administrations for organizing this meaningful session and to the students for their enthusiastic participation. Those who attended resolved to strive to make this Ramadan not only a period of spiritual devotion but also an opportunity to practice kindness towards each other and towards the planet.

Project EcoCycle, part of the Millennium Fellowship 2024, is an initiative to raise awareness about menstrual health and sustainability while addressing the stigma surrounding menstruation in Pakistani society. The Millennium Fellowship program, facilitated by the Millennium Campus Network (MCN) (Millennium Fellows), empowers young leaders worldwide to tackle global challenges and drive positive change within their communities.

Project EcoCycle was a semester-long project from September to December 2024. Designed to educate and empower girls and women, Project EcoCycle focuses on menstrual health awareness and sustainable alternatives. Several National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) students participated in sustainability-driven projects, with EcoCycle led by Habiba Binte Kamran and Asra Urooj. Their team included Muhammad Sohaib Hassan, Subah-e-Umeed, Esha Zaman, Rabia Arshad, Muhammad Haseeb Ahmed, Abdul Rehman Ali, and Tayyaba Mazhar Awan. They were mentored by Dr Adeela Bashir, Assistant Professor at the Department of Health Professions Education and lead for Project Zero Waste NUMS, alongside Waleed Qaisar Shaikh, Captain of the Green Youth Movement, who provided valuable guidance throughout the initiative.

Project Activities

Surveys and Focus Group discussions (FGDs): Surveys and incorporated FGDs were conducted to understand young girls' perceptions, awareness, attitudes and practices regarding menstrual health and sustainability. The second FGD aimed to destigmatize menstruation in Pakistani society by fostering open dialogue. Participants shared personal experiences, explored ways to challenge cultural taboos that prevent women from accessing proper menstrual care and discussed eco-friendly options.

Awareness Sessions

On November 1, 2024, the project team hosted its first awareness session, Empowering for Sustainable Choices and Menstrual Health, at NUMS PWD Campus in collaboration with NESC and the GYM Club. Guest speaker Dr Fouzia Ameer, Consultant Gynecologist at Shifa International Hospital, debunked common myths and provided practical menstrual health guidance. Dr Adeela Bashir discussed the environmental impact of disposable menstrual products and advocated for sustainable alternatives. The session also featured engaging activities and a thought-provoking play by the NUMS Dramatic Society.

A second awareness session was held on November 5, 2024, at Pakistan Sweet Homes in Islamabad (Pakistan Sweet Homes), an NGO-run orphanage. This session, tailored for young girls from underserved communities, aimed to educate them about menstrual misconceptions, the hazards of single-use products, and the benefits of sustainable alternatives. Dr Sara Ali Khan, a guest gynaecologist, provided expert insights and answered participants' questions. The team also prepared and disseminated various resources like an awareness video, handouts, and eco-friendly reusable cloth pads during sessions.

Multiple awareness sessions were conducted in October and November 2024.

Project EcoCycle has addressed critical health, dignity, and environmental sustainability issues. Through education and dialogue, the initiative has contributed to breaking menstrual taboos, promoting sustainable practices, and empowering young girls. The project underscores the need for continued efforts to foster inclusive and sustainable menstrual health solutions in Pakistan. As it progresses, Project EcoCycle will continue to inspire and drive meaningful action toward a future where menstrual health is managed with dignity while minimizing environmental harm.

College of Nursing, Armed Forces Post Graduate Medical Institute (AFPGMI), NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC) and NUMS Green Youth Movement (GYM) Club Teams from National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) co-hosted an important Talk Titled “Going Zero Waste- Let’s Act before it’s too late” on 4 April 2024 at Faruki Auditorium,  AFPGMI, Rawalpindi. This event was arranged to observe International Day of Zero Waste at NUMS. 

The talk was moderated by NESC Media Wing team comprising Dr. Rida Fatima Saeed and Dr. Joham Sarfraz Ali, Assistant Professors from Department of Biological Sciences. It started with Talawat followed by national anthem. Dr. Adeela Bashir, lead for Project Zero Waste at NUMS  and an Assistant Professor, Department of Health Professions Education (NDHPE), gave enlightening talk. The talk was attended, amongst others by students and faculty of College of Nursing, senior AFGMI leadership and representative of Director AFNS, Matrons and deputy Matrons of military hospitals and institutes in Rawalpindi. The event witnessed active participation from the participants reflecting their deep interest in environmental stewardship. Speaker highlighted global waste crisis and its implication for Planetary health and Health care professions. She gave an overview of Zero Waste as a potential solution to this crisis. Speaker also highlighted NUMS Zero Waste pledge and encouraged participants to spearhead these efforts in their respective institutions and departments. After this Dr. Naushaba Sadiq, Associate Professor NDHPE and Lead Implementation Wing NESC shared her remarks. At the end, the  Chief guest Brigadier Nafeesa, Director of Training at AFPGMI gave the concluding remarks. She appreciated NUMS initiative and emphasised the importance of adopting Zero Waste practices at individual and collective levels.

Project Zero waste NUMS is a multidisciplinary initiative spearheaded by volunteers comprising students and, academic as well as non-academic staff at NUMS. NUMS GYM Club Team comprising students of different departments of NUMS including AFPGMI also actively participated in arranging this event.

Being the first institution in Pakistan to adopt an official Zero Waste Pledge and a Zero Waste policy, NUMS is committed to fulfil its social and environmental responsibility in this regards. NUMS is first organizational affiliate of Zero Waste International Alliance ZWIA from Pakistan. NUMS Campus has been able to reduce waste by more than 75% on campus as a result of implementing a thorough zero-waste strategy. The NESC and GYM Club have been actively involved in campaigning for increasing awareness within and beyond campus community regarding adopting Zero Waste practices as their collective civic and social responsibility.

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NUMS Green Office extends a Happy New Year to all NUMS community. 

Being the first Zero-Waste university in Pakistan, NUMS Green Office renews its Zero-Waste pledge We begin the Year 2024 with Green Resolution, and pledge again to adopt 5 Rs of Zero-Waste practices and contribute our share to make this earth a better place live.

Reduce; Reuse; Recycle; Rot(Compost); Raise Awareness

We share few ideas with you:

1. Reduce:
   1. Think about what you’re buying; do you really need it?
   2. Say no to non-essentials
   3. Say no to single use items/disposables
   4. Say no to plastic
   5. Reduce food waste
   6. Reduce water waste
   7. Reduce meat intake
   8. Reduce paper use

2. Reuse
   1. Be creative- reuse and repurpose as many items as you can
   2. Use ink pen and lead pencils instead of ball pens
   3. Carry reusable cotton cloth bags on shopping
   4. Carry your own reusable water bottle and containers for takeaways.
   5. Buy second hand items and even clothes
   6. Reuse garden waste as animal fodder and as fuel pellets

3. Recycle
   1. Buy products in glass and metal container instead of plastic

Metal and glass can be recycled infinitely

2. Recycle paper and cardboards

4. Rot
   1. Compost food and garden waste

5. Raise Awareness*

1. Keep educating yourself. There is a lot that we need to learn.
2. Be a Zero-Waste advocate and leader at home, University and wider community

Think Green. Go Green. Go Zero-Waste

*Visit Following website to educate yourself more on Zero-waste:

https://zwia.org/zwh/

https://www.undp.org/stories/3-myths-about-zero-waste-explained

https://zerowastehome.com/tips/

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The International Symposium on Climate Change and Sustainability, hosted by the Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT) in collaboration with the prestigious UI Greenmetric ranking, marked a significant occasion on World Environment Day, June 5, 2023. The hybrid session aimed to explore innovative approaches to address climate change and lay the foundations for a sustainable future.

The symposium, held at Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan, featured a diverse range of activities and discussions. Notably, the event's focus aligned with the global call for action on environmental issues. The Vice-Chancellor of KFUEIT, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Suleman Tahir, opened the symposium by emphasizing the collective responsibility we bear towards the planet. His remarks set the tone for an event that sought to foster dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among professionals, academics, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to sustainability.

One of the highlights of the event was the inspiring keynote talks delivered by esteemed thought leaders in sustainability and environmental studies. Dr. Nyoman Suwartha, Vice-Chair of Administration, Research, and Development at UI Greenmetric World University Rankings, shared insights into the importance of global collaboration in addressing climate change. These talks provided a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities in the realm of sustainability.

The symposium addressed six key themes:

1. Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies
2. Renewable Energy and Green Technologies
3. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their Implementation
4. Circular Economy and Waste Management
5. Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Restoration
6. Climate Policy and Advocacy

Dr. Adeela Bashir, an Assistant Professor at the National University of Medical Sciences, delivered a keynote speech on "Zero waste- Role of Academic institutions." Dr. Bashir, a passionate environmentalist leading coordination and research at NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC), shed light on the pressing issue of waste generation globally. She emphasized that adopting zero waste practices at individual and collective levels is a simple yet crucial climate change mitigation measure.

Dr. Adeela shared the experience of implementing a Zero Waste Programme at NUMS, which resulted in a 75% reduction in municipal solid waste within ten months. This success story highlighted the tangible impact of sustainable practices in waste management. She also outlined the challenges faced during implementation, providing valuable insights for others considering similar initiatives.

As the symposium concluded, Dr. Muhammad Bilal Tahir, Director of Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC), expressed gratitude to all speakers for their valuable contributions. He proposed collaborative efforts to use World Environment Day as a catalyst for actionable initiatives, emphasizing the need for ongoing commitment to sustainable practices.

In summary, the International Symposium on Climate Change and Sustainability at KFUEIT served as a platform for insightful discussions, showcasing the importance of global collaboration and individual commitment in addressing the challenges posed by climate change. The event underscored the role of academic institutions in driving positive change for a sustainable future.

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NUMS GYM-Club student leaders participated in National Summer School on Climate Change (NSSC) at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) 10th to the 14th of July, 2023.

The representatives from GYM-Club Hawaid Ahmad Durrani Captain, Waleed Qaisar Sheikh, Vice-Captain, and Aiman Adnan, a member of the GYM-Club Media wing attended the meeting. The event commenced with a welcoming address delivered by Rizwan Riaz, the Pro-Rector of NUST responsible for research innovation and commercialization. During the 5-day program distinguished guest speakers were featured, one for each day, followed by planned activities to engage the participants in discussions and brainstorming sessions to sensitize and mobilize the youth on climate change. The notable guest speakers included Dr. Adil Najam, former Vice-Chancellor of Lahore University of Management Sciences and the current President of the World-wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Ali Hasnain Syed, Director of C3A NUST, and Hania Imran, a young climate activist, among others.

The sessions with these esteemed speakers provided valuable insights and to work collaboratively to make an impact in climate change issues in Pakistan. Additionally, various innovative concepts were introduced, such as Decarbonization, Inclusivity, and Community, to broaden the attendees' understanding of the subject matter. In addition to the knowledge-sharing sessions, opportunities were provided to interact with 20 different university students. This will provide an opportunity to the young amazing minds to form a consortium to work for a better society and preserving the nature.  The discussions held during interactive sessions emphasized the importance of future collaborations among the participants.

The event was organized under the leadership of the NUST Sustainability Office. On the final day commendations were presented to the outstanding participants. The NUMS GYM club captain received the top honor which is appreciable and endorsed the quality of work done by GYM members during the last fiscal year 2021-22 to engage the community and taking actions to make this world a better place to lie in. In the closing session e-certificates were issued to all participants as a token of recognition.

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NUMS GYM-Club student leaders participated in National Summer School on Climate Change (NSSC) at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) 10th to the 14th of July, 2023.

The representatives from GYM-Club Hawaid Ahmad Durrani Captain, Waleed Qaisar Sheikh, Vice-Captain, and Aiman Adnan, a member of the GYM-Club Media wing attended the meeting. The event commenced with a welcoming address delivered by Rizwan Riaz, the Pro-Rector of NUST responsible for research innovation and commercialization. During the 5-day program distinguished guest speakers were featured, one for each day, followed by planned activities to engage the participants in discussions and brainstorming sessions to sensitize and mobilize the youth on climate change. The notable guest speakers included Dr. Adil Najam, former Vice-Chancellor of Lahore University of Management Sciences and the current President of the World-wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Ali Hasnain Syed, Director of C3A NUST, and Hania Imran, a young climate activist, among others.

The sessions with these esteemed speakers provided valuable insights and to work collaboratively to make an impact in climate change issues in Pakistan. Additionally, various innovative concepts were introduced, such as Decarbonization, Inclusivity, and Community, to broaden the attendees' understanding of the subject matter. In addition to the knowledge-sharing sessions, opportunities were provided to interact with 20 different university students. This will provide an opportunity to the young amazing minds to form a consortium to work for a better society and preserving the nature.  The discussions held during interactive sessions emphasized the importance of future collaborations among the participants.

The event was organized under the leadership of the NUST Sustainability Office. On the final day commendations were presented to the outstanding participants. The NUMS GYM club captain received the top honor which is appreciable and endorsed the quality of work done by GYM members during the last fiscal year 2021-22 to engage the community and taking actions to make this world a better place to lie in. In the closing session e-certificates were issued to all participants as a token of recognition.

Dr Adeela Bashir, lead coordinator of NUMS Environmental Stewardship Committee (NESC) and Assistant Professor from NUMS department of Health Professions Education was invited by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) to deliver a talk on ‘Zero Waste Life Style” at their annual internship program 2021 on 15 September 2021. ISPR is a media and public relations (PR) wing of Pakistan Armed Forces and it broadcasts and coordinates military news and information to the country’s media and civil society. ISPR organizes this annual Internship program which provides an inspiring forum for youth. For year 2021, more than 200 students from 41 Universities across Pakistan participated in this sought-after internship programme. During this program, lectures and talks by eminent guest speakers and subject matter experts are planned.

National University of Medical Sciences is the first University in Pakistan that has taken pledge to go zero-waste in fulfillment of its environmental and social accountability. Dr Adeela Bashir, has been actively involved in campaigns for raising civic awareness for environmental issues and climate action over last nine years.  

Participants of the program showed keen interest and students asked a number of questions and at the end of the session. Finally, they joined Dr Adeela in taking a pledge to propagate the cause of adopting Zero waste practices within their institutions and the wider community for cleaner and greener Pakistan and a safer and healthier planet for the generations to come.