Category: SAAM Working Paper
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Women’s Social Enterprise in Hunza, Gilgit Baltistan – Case of Ciqam: Aqeela Bano
Synopsis In this guest talk, Aqeela Bano, CEO of CIQAM, a women’s social enterprise in Hunza, shares the remarkable journey of an initiative that began in 2003 under Aga Khan Cultural Services Pakistan (AKCSP). Starting with the restoration of Altit Fort, CIQAM has challenged conventional gender norms by training and…
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Responsible and Sustainable Tourism in Gilgit-Baltistan: A Panel Discussion
Panelists: Dr Jawad Syed (Professor, LUMS, and Moderator), Ms Shehnaz Gul (Lecturer, KIU), and Mr Tajir Hussain (Lecturer, KIU) Date: 23 August 2023 Venue: Karakoram International University, Karimabad Campus, Hunza Synopsis This panel discussion explores the opportunities and challenges associated with the rapid growth of tourism in Gilgit-Baltistan, with particular…
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An Integrative Framework for Board Effectiveness
Synopsis The note presents an integrative framework for board effectiveness, organized into four interdependent clusters: Composition, Process, Dynamics, and Impact. It argues that effective boards are not defined solely by who sits on them or by formal structures, but by the interplay of membership diversity, disciplined processes, interpersonal trust and…
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Disability and Inclusion in Pakistan: Prevalence, Policies, and Barriers
Abstract This note examines disability legislation and policy in Pakistan, highlighting federal and provincial frameworks, employment and education quotas, and their implementation. It reviews recent acts across ICT, Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, noting variations from 2% to 5% in employment quotas and provisions for inclusive education. Census 2023…
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Transgender Inclusion at Work: Issues and Strategies in Pakistan and Beyond
Abstract This article explores the contemporary realities and structural barriers faced by transgender individuals in workplaces in Pakistan and globally. It draws on recent research, legal updates, and development initiatives. Although legal reforms have improved formal recognition of transgender individuals in Pakistan, persistent discrimination, economic exclusion, and limited institutional accountability…
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An Islamic Perspective on Green Leadership
Abstract This paper presents a normative and integrative model of green leadership from an Islamic perspective, proposing that Islamic ethical principles can meaningfully enrich contemporary sustainability leadership frameworks. Drawing on classical Islamic sources—including the Qur’an, Hadith, and Nahj al-Balagha—as well as modern leadership literature, the paper outlines five core principles…
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A Normative Framework of Ethical Leadership in Islam
Abstract This paper examines the normative framework of ethical leadership in Islam, contrasting it with mainstream ethical theories. Drawing from Islamic texts, including the Quran, Hadith, Nahj al-Balagha, the paper presents a leadership model that prioritizes social responsibility, collective wellbeing, and accountability to God. Ethical leadership in Islam is framed…
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Leadership Stories and Lessons from Pakistan Air Force
Synopsis This article presents leadership lessons from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) as shared by Air Marshal (Retired) Ahmad Hassan Marwat. It highlights military leadership principles such as discipline, resilience, crisis management, innovation, and strategic decision-making, contrasting them with corporate leadership practices. The article explores real-life leadership stories from the…
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Role Models of Islamic Feminism and Leadership in the Early Islamic Era
Prof Jawad Syed (LUMS) There are three significant figures in early Islamic history who embodied feminist principles through their actions and leadership. They are Khadija (556-619 AD) Fatima (605-632 AD), and Zainab (626-682 AD) (PBUT), who each played crucial roles in shaping the early Islamic society and ideology. Khadija, the…
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Business Education and Engagement during COVID-19 and Beyond: Insights from Pakistan
This article offers a stakeholder perspective on business and management education and engagement in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Written by Dr. Jawad Syed (LUMS), the article is an extract from the AMDISA e-Book on COVID-19 related challenges facing management education in South Asia. Citation: Syed, J. (2021). Business…
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Ensuring Employee Engagement Amid a Pandemic
South Asian Academy of Management: Leadership Working Paper SeriesLWP-202004-10 Ensuring Employee Engagement Amid a Pandemic Jawad Syed, PhD In a fast-changing and uncertain situation such as the coronavirus pandemic, many leaders are struggling not only in terms of organizational operations but also in terms of continued engagement and well-being of…
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