ISLAMABAD: Read Pakistan, a well reputed organisation committed to promote literacy and passion for reading countrywide, held the National Reader’s Conference on the 16th of February here on Friday.
Read Pakistan has been at the forefront of taking numerous steps and projects over a decade. The organization’s largest campaign for school libraries in the country has already helped to setup 54 libraries.
The National Reader’s Conference, hosted by Read Pakistan at a local hotel is a flagship event in the organization’s annual calendar. Every year, it brings together intellectuals and luminaries from different fields to promote reading and its profound impact on society.
The conference this year featured distinguished speakers who had made significant contributions to their respective fields.
Miss Nigar Nazar, a renowned artist and female cartoonist, and Mr Rashidally Soobadar from the Mauritius High Commission highlighted the importance of reading.
Mr Zia Ur Rehman, a notable author who has received a Lifetime Achievement Award and served in civil services for 36 years, spoke about the importance of inculcating reading habits among the youth. Senator Fauwzia Arshad lauded the cause of Read Pakistan.
The conference also hosted a compelling panel discussion with prominent participants. Miss Sadaf Raza a poet, mystic, and healer moderated the whole panel discussion.
The event was concluded by CEO Read Paksitan, Miss Syeda Fatima Hasan Gilani who has dedicated herself to promoting reading and love for books in Pakistan.
The Winners of the 50 Bay Competition were awarded at the conclusion of the event. Yasir Nawab and Wafa Batool from Wah University were awarded the prestigious Read Pakistan 50 Books A Year Award.
