ABAD Pakistan

01/01/2026

Vinode Kumar is a multimedia journalist with a background in Mass Communication. His work focuses on climate change, minority rights, and child mental health, highlighting how environmental and social exclusion affect vulnerable communities in Pakistan.

Through reporting, documentaries, and digital storytelling, he amplifies unheard voices, documents grassroots realities, and promotes evidence-based public discourse.

He has worked with media and development organizations, using storytelling as a tool for awareness, accountability, and social change.

01/01/2026

Um-e-Kulsoom is an eco-journalist and human rights activist from Pakistan. She currently works with Sach News and CBN Pakistan, where she hosts and produces a podcast covering politics, current affairs, social issues, history, and culture through research-based conversations.

Her work focuses on public-interest journalism, fact-based storytelling, and amplifying marginalized voices. Through podcasts, videos, and live reporting, she aims to inform audiences, question power, and create meaningful dialogue on issues shaping society.

01/01/2026

Muhammad Ibrar is a reporter with Geo News, based in Karak. He holds a degree in Communication and Media Studies from Khushal Khan Khattak University.

He has previously worked with Public News, Khyber News, and Tribal News Network, where he gained experience in field reporting, news scripting, voiceovers, and video packaging.

His reporting focuses on social, political, and developmental issues, particularly in underreported regions. Muhammad is passionate about journalism that amplifies marginalized voices and brings real stories to the forefront.

01/01/2026

Maryam Dawood is a journalist and social activist committed to social justice, human rights, and ethical reporting. Her work focuses on amplifying underrepresented voices, exposing systemic issues, and advocating for transparency and accountability.

Alongside journalism, she engages in community-based initiatives that promote equality, awareness, and positive social change. She is also pursuing her academic studies, which help her connect theory with practice and deepen her understanding of social and media challenges.

Maryam believes in the power of informed storytelling and grassroots action to create meaningful and lasting impact.

31/12/2025

The interview stage for the Abad Pakistan Fellowship has been successfully completed.

The interview stage of the Abad Pakistan Fellowship has been successfully completed. After a transparent and merit-based evaluation process, 25 cohort members have been finalized.

We appreciate the time, effort, and enthusiasm shown by all candidates throughout the application and interview process. The official announcement of selected fellows will be shared soon.

🔔 We request all applicants and followers to stay connected with our page for upcoming announcements and updates.

30/12/2025

We are pleased to welcome DigiMAP as the Strategic Partner for the Abad Pakistan Fellowship Cohort 1, 2026.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening ethical journalism, enhancing digital literacy, and promoting public-interest storytelling. Through strategic collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge exchange, we aim to support the professional growth of emerging journalists across Pakistan.

We look forward to working closely with DigiMAP to equip young journalists with the skills, perspective, and purpose needed to navigate today’s evolving media landscape.

Together we grow. Together we empower.

25/12/2025

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 – 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮!

We received an overwhelming response of 324 applications from across Pakistan for the Abad Pakistan Fellowship.
After a rigorous, merit-based shortlisting process and Interviews, 25 fellows will be selected.

📢 Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
👉 Please stay connected with our page for updates.

Thank you for believing in Abad Pakistan Fellowship.

24/12/2025

Today is a Deadline , Apply now and share with friends.

آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ میں شامل ہونے کے لئے درخواست دینے میں صرف دو دن باقی رہ چکے، جلدی کریں اور آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ کا حصہ بنیں۔ آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ میں نوجوان صحافیوں کو نئی مہارتیں، اخلاقیات اور ایک مقصد کے ساتھ بااختیار بنانے کیلئے تربیت دی جائے گی۔ یہ ایک ایسا پروگرام ہے جہاں آپ کو عملی طور پر سیکھنے کا موقع ملے گا۔

اس پروگرام میں آپ کیا سیکھیں گے؟

ذمہ دارانہ صحافت اور حقائق کی تصدیق (Fact-checking)۔
ڈیجیٹل حقوق اور موبائل کے ذریعے صحافت (MOJO)۔
ڈیٹا رپورٹنگ اور ماحولیاتی صحافت۔ Data Reporting & Environmental Journalism
محروم طبقات کیلئے صحافت۔ Reporting on Marginalized Community

اگر آپ ایسی صحافت کا شوق رکھتے ہیں جو عوام کو آگاہ کرے، انہی اہم خبرون سے باخبر رکھے، اور عوامی مفاد میں کام کرے؛ تو یہ فیلوشپ آپ ہی کے لیے ہے۔

📌 نشستیں محدود ہیں 🗒️ ابھی اپلائی کریں: https://abadpakistan.com/abadacademy/

آخری تاریخ: 24 دسمبر 2025، رات 12 بجے تک

22/12/2025

آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ میں شامل ہونے کے لئے درخواست دینے میں صرف دو دن باقی رہ چکے، جلدی کریں اور آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ کا حصہ بنیں۔ آباد پاکستان فیلوشپ میں نوجوان صحافیوں کو نئی مہارتیں، اخلاقیات اور ایک مقصد کے ساتھ بااختیار بنانے کیلئے تربیت دی جائے گی۔ یہ ایک ایسا پروگرام ہے جہاں آپ کو عملی طور پر سیکھنے کا موقع ملے گا۔

اس پروگرام میں آپ کیا سیکھیں گے؟

ذمہ دارانہ صحافت اور حقائق کی تصدیق (Fact-checking)۔
ڈیجیٹل حقوق اور موبائل کے ذریعے صحافت (MOJO)۔
ڈیٹا رپورٹنگ اور ماحولیاتی صحافت۔ Data Reporting & Environmental Journalism
محروم طبقات کیلئے صحافت۔ Reporting on Marginalized Community

اگر آپ ایسی صحافت کا شوق رکھتے ہیں جو عوام کو آگاہ کرے، انہی اہم خبرون سے باخبر رکھے، اور عوامی مفاد میں کام کرے؛ تو یہ فیلوشپ آپ ہی کے لیے ہے۔

📌 نشستیں محدود ہیں 🗒️ ابھی اپلائی کریں: https://abadpakistan.com/abadacademy/

آخری تاریخ: 24 دسمبر 2025، رات 12 بجے تک

21/12/2025

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!🤩
The Abad Pakistan Fellowship is backed by voices from Pakistan’s media community.

Apply now and be part of the change.

We are honored to receive encouragement and support from respected Pakistani journalists who believe in ethical, responsible, and public-interest journalism.
The Abad Pakistan Fellowship is a practice-based learning program designed to equip young journalists with professional skills, ethical standards, and real-world experience. Through mentorship, hands-on assignments, and expert guidance, the fellowship aims to empower the next generation of storytellers in Pakistan.

📌 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞
🗒️Apply now: https://abadpakistan.com/abadacademy/

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎𝐚𝐦, 𝟐𝟒 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

20/12/2025

An MoU has been signed between Hazara Express News, a leading digital media channel of Hazara Division, and Abad Pakistan, a media and development organization.🤩

Hazara Express News and Abad Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in media and development initiatives. The agreement was signed in the presence of Sher Afzal Gujjar, Executive Director of Hazara Express News, and Umair Khan Abad, Executive Director of Abad Pakistan.
This partnership aims to promote responsible journalism, capacity building, and public-interest reporting through joint efforts and shared expertise.

20/12/2025

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!🤩 Hurry up and Register now

We are honored to receive support and encouragement from social media influencers and international journalists who share our belief in responsible, ethical, and public-interest journalism.
The Abad Pakistan Fellowship is a 6-week, practice-based program designed to equip young journalists with professional skills, ethical standards, and real-world experience. Through mentorship, hands-on assignments, and expert guidance, the fellowship aims to empower the next generation of storytellers in Pakistan.

📌 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞
🗒️Apply now: https://abadpakistan.com/abadacademy/

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎𝐚𝐦, 𝟐𝟒 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓