NUST conferred “CSR Award for Social Impact & Sustainability”
In recognition of its profound Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and initiatives, the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) has been conferred the “CSR Award for Social Impact & Sustainability” by the National Forum for Environment & Health (NFEH). The 13th International CSR Summit 2021 was held at the Serena Hotel, Islamabad on Thursday February 25, 2021. Dr Sania Nishtar, Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation & Social Protection, honoured the occasion as chief guest and presented the CSR awards to representatives of the industry and corporate community.
Mr Mahtab Ahmed, Manager Fundraising & Campaigns at NUST, received the award on behalf of NUST. The accolade awarded to NUST speaks volumes of the university’s contributions to transformative higher education. The award is a testament to how NUST has aligned its efforts to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and nation-building endeavours, and its strong commitment to providing quality education to all strata of the society.
The event also featured an expert panel discussion on “CSR Governance, Implementation and Outcomes,” which was chaired by Mr Fawad Chaudhry, Federal Minister for Science & Technology. Ms Maria Qadri, Director UAO, represented NUST at the forum. She discussed the high socio-economic impact of research and academia as she encouraged the industry to contribute to tertiary education in Pakistan. In addition to extending financial assistance to deserving students, NUST strives to ensure inclusive learning environment for brilliant minds from across Pakistan. The NUST Balochistan Campus (NBC) is a commendable addition to the existing network of the university’s campuses in all provinces of Pakistan.