Future of Democracy and Independent Media in Pakistan
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Explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for democracy and independent media in Pakistan. Engage in stimulating conversations about the importance of diverse perspectives, transparency, and accountability in fostering a vibrant democratic society.
In this session, we’ll introduce you to “Dissent Today” – a digital media platform that encourages critical thinking, amplifies marginalized voices, and promotes constructive dissent. Discover how this digital media platform is reshaping the way we consume news and empowering citizens to participate in democratic processes.
Panelists:
- Afrasiab Khattak
Afrasiab Khattak is a former Senator, political analyst and a senior leader of the National Democratic Movement (NDM). He has formerly served as the chairperson of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan and the provincial president of the Awami National Party (ANP). - Absar Alam
Absar Alam is a senior journalist and political commentator who served as the 5th Chairman of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) in 2015. - Imaan Mazari
Imaan Mazari is a human rights activist and lawyer who actively pursues cases of missing persons and is a vocal voice against human rights violations in Pakistan.
Moderator:
- Ailia Zehra
Ailia Zehra is a journalist and editor covering democracy, human rights and religious extremism. She is currently a Falak Sufi scholar at New York University.