Importance of First Aid Trainings in Tackling Emergencies The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (alive spirits) focused on the significance of first aid trainings and volunteering in handling natural catastrophes and emergencies in Pakistan. The central themes of discussion were first aid training and capacity building for young people to enhance their skills in handling emergencies. Moreover, the program reported on emergency response teams in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), the institutionalization of volunteer and social work, free health facilities for volunteers’ families in Peshawar, ambulance services, blood donations and the role of volunteers in dealing with bomb blasts victims, floods and earth quakes. Mr. Zafar and Mr. Zulfiqar, Volunteers, Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), Peshawar, were studio guests in the show. Mr. Zafar said: “Pakistan is one of the most vulnerable countries to different kinds of disasters. Therefore, we need to institutionalize volunteering and we should make it the part of the course completion in educational institutions.” Mr. Zulfiqar said: “After completing an intensive training on first aid, emergency response and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, I have been volunteering in so many emergencies and have been successful in handling it diligently. We need to train more young people to be part of an enthusiastic volunteer movement to deal with emergencies more effectively.” A radio report was made part of the program. The report highlighted the need for people in our society who are qualified in the first aid and emergency response and the role of PRCS to enhance the capacity of youngsters committing themselves for such noble cause as helping victims.   About Sabawoon Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s...

Regional Review on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues, such as poor condition of roads and means of communication, the revive of co-curricular activities and public awareness about the importance of education. The program discussed the obsolete conditions of general transportation road in district Swat, that has given birth to several issues in the region. Although the local administration is aware of the situation, they have not taken any concrete steps to overcome the problem. Furthermore, the lack of a popper transportation mechanism and the poor condition of the road between Bajour and Mohmand agency was debated. Due to this issues resident are compelled to take a longer route which wastes their resources as well as time. The dirt road in district Bannu was also a topic of the program as it has created severe transportation and communication issues for the locals. Moreover, the program showcased a funfair that was organized by students in Kohat University of Science and Technology. The report stated this funfair was the revival of co-curricular activities in the university since such activities were no longer conducted after terrorism has hit the region. The program also highlighted the enrollment and educational awareness campaign which were initiated by the youth in Kurram Agency. Theses campaigns are aimed at sensitizing locals about the importance of education for the future of their children.   Callers Response: Three callers took part in the program. They urged government to provide the basic facilities to the citizen of the country.   About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through...

School Enrollment Campaign in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) The latest episode of Jarga Maraka (debate and council) discussed the significance of the enrollment campaign initiated by government in KP and FATA to increase the children enrollment in primary schools. Under this topic the program discussed the role of teachers, parents, civil society organizations and the education department of KP. Moreover, the program highlighted the importance of education – particularly for girls, result of enrollment surveys undergone by KP government, admission criteria in Government Primary Schools (GPSs) in KP and FATA, demands and problems of teachers. Mr. Jamal Uddin, Focal Person for the Enrollment Campaign, KP, and Mr. Assad Zia, a Peshawar based journalist, were the studio guests in the show. Mr. Jamal Uddin said: “This drive will enroll 0.9 million students in primary schools in KP and 0.4 million in FATA. We have enough capacity in schools for the aforementioned numbers, but sincere efforts are needed on the grounds to make the campaign practicable and impactful.” Mr. Zia said: “Teachers in KP are on strikes as their issues are not resolved yet. If government is sincere in making this campaign impactful, they must take teachers on board and reconstruct the damaged schools as well.” A radio report was made the part of program. The report shed light on the opening ceremony of the campaign in Peshawar and its importance in enhancing the literacy rate. Four callers took part live in the program. They pointed out that unless the damaged schools are not reconstructed and basic facilities are not provided in schools, such campaigns will be useless as ground realities are quite different.”   About Sabawoon Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights,...

The Significance of a Balanced Nutrition for a Healthy Life The latest episode of Ranra (light) discussed the importance of a balanced diet and proper nutrition for a healthy, creative and safe life. The program discussed points such as malnourishment, the importance of fitness for sound health and the need to establish fitness centers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the role of parents for children’s health, courses about nutrition in local educational institutions, intake of proper vitamins and proteins and diseases such as diarrhea, pneumonia, dysentery. Moreover, the program has highlighted the impact of genetically modified foods on health, adulteration in food and its consequences as well as safe drinking water availability. Dr. Jahangir Khalil Khan, a Peshawar based Physician and Member of Health Care Commission, Peshawar, KP, took part as the studio guest in the show. Dr. Khan said: “Malnourishment among women and children is one of the serious issues. Being more vulnerable and susceptible to various acute diseases, particularly children are also exposed to diarrhea, pneumonia, dysentery and other diseases. The role of parents and mass awareness are very important to tackle such issues.” A radio report highlighted the findings of a recent survey, which showed a lack of public awareness about balanced diet and nutrition. Five callers took part live in the program. They urged government and civil society organizations to sensitize public about the benefits of safe drinking water, a balanced diet, proper nutrition intake and hygiene.” About Sabawoon Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Federally Administered Tribal Areas. It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Marrakka covers current...

Contribution of Minorities to the Socio-Economic Progress of the Country The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (alive spirits) discussed the contributions of minorities in Pakistan’s socio-economic development and challenges faced by them in the society. The rights and roles of minorities, their political leadership skills, education and employment opportunities for minorities in Pakistan were central discussion points of the program. Furthermore, the program reported on governmental support for minorities in Pakistan and their quota system, the role of civil society in enhancing their capacities, the lack of a land record system for minorities in FATA, the inclusion of minorities in political movements, hate literature regarding minorities in curricula and the significance of interfaith harmony and tolerance for a responsible citizenship and prosperity of Pakistan. Mr. Haroon Sarabdiyal, a Peshawar based social activist, took part in the program as the studio guest. Mr. Sarabdiyal said: “The status of minorities in Pakistan is improving day by day. But still there are some issues that can only be eliminated through a continuous sensitization of the public through Friday sermons and hate free curriculum which teach the importance of interfaith harmony and tolerance.” A radio report was part of the program that shared the contributions of minorities in the development of Pakistan since Pakistan’s inception. The report added, that despite their unlimited contribution, minorities in Pakistan are still deprived of their basic legal rights. About Sabawoon Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers...

Regional Review on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues, such as education, drinking water, sports, roads and infrastructural problems. The program reported on the demands of the students of Kohat University of Science and Technology to the university administration. The students urged during a strike that University has to ensure accreditation by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), since their engineering degrees are otherwise useless when applying for jobs. Moreover, the drinking water shortage of the inhabitants of Charsadda’s MC 1, 3, 4 Union Councils was discussed. A report stated that despites several requests of locals to the administration, the damaged tube wells are still not repaired. Once more, the importance of FATA Super League (FSL) was highlighted, which had engaged youngsters from different regions of FATA in sport. This league is a unique opportunity for interregional youth exchange. The program concluded on the issues faced by residents in Dera Ismail Khan due to the damaged roads and infrastructure in the district.   Callers Response: Three callers took part in the program. They urged local government representatives to engage in community development projects as they know about the needs of community members through direct interaction with them.   About Sabawoon: Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives...