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Panel: Ideological and Legislative Responses to Terrorism
Panel Discussion and Press Conference on “Ideological and Legislative Responses to Terrorism,” hosted by the Interfaith Unity for Tolerance (IFUT). (Symphony Space, New York, 24 June 2017). Panelists:Congresswoman Tulsi GabbardProfessor Jawad SyedProfessor Edwina PioProfessor Tahir Kamran A unique combination of academic and legislative efforts, this event presented a coherent response…
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Diversity and Inclusion: Interview
Publication: Workforce Tomorrow (Issue 8, 2017)Publisher: HR MetricsInterview with: Jawad Syed Excerpt: “Diversity premises on the understanding that there are multiplicities of identities, experiences, and perspectives. By inclusion, I mean the understanding that there are various interpretations and ways of life, apart from the mainstream version, and that these diverse…
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The Rise of the Radicals – The Narrative of Terror Hides Behind its Ideologues
The 2016 BBC documentary on Deobandis in the UK exposed what many of us knew all along. That the Muslim communities in the United Kingdom are not a monolithic and that there are some schools of thoughts that dominate terrorist violence and intolerance, while other Muslims are held collectively responsible. Most disturbingly,…
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Ethnicity and Diversity: Why We Need Top of the Cliff Solutions
By Leonie Hayden The experiences of migrants and refugees are addressed in an annual summit hosted by AUT’s Immigration and Inclusion Research Group. This year a range of speakers will be tackling the workplace. “We are in a woven universe, so how do we create a weave that doesn’t fray?”…
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Building Staff Engagement for Uncharted Waters – Peter Murray
Peter Murray (PM) – My name is Peter Murray. I’m the Professor of Management at the School of Management and Enterprise at the University of Southern Queensland. My research typically follows organisational learning, team learning and probably also diversity management. Jim Lindsay (JM) – My name is Jim Lindsay, I’m…
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Role of Education in Countering Extremism and Intolerance
Dr. Jawad Syed recently spoke with the newspaper, Pakistan Today, about “Role of Education in Countering Extremism and Intolerance”. He spoke about the importance of tolerance in educational institutes and sharing of knowledge, belief and ideas without conflict. On April 13, 2017, Mashal Khan, 23, a student at the Abdul Wali…
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Creating Inclusive Organizational and Public Spaces
The Centre for Governance and Public Management (CGPM) housed at the Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB), Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) organised an International Conference on ‘Creating Inclusive Organizational and Public Spaces’ on March 30-31, 2018. Renowned academics, development practitioners, post-graduate and undergraduate research students and professionals from…
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Diversity, Peace and the Future of Leadership in the United States
Source: GECHR, 2019 The world today, more than ever, is in need of leaders who could work towards weaving and achieving a shared vision of diversity and peace, a vision that could in turn enable an inclusive notion of prosperity. History has shown that an enduring peace is possible only…
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Christchurch Mosque Massacre is Yet Another Addition to Our Hall of Shame!
The horrifying massacre of forty-nine Muslims in two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has shaken the entire world. New Zealand is known for its pluralistic history and pro-diversity policies. The incident is a somber reminder that issues of religious, ethnic and racial divisions and ‘othering’ are not only evident, mostly…
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Tantalizing Ingredients: The Indian-Owned Dairy in New Zealand
Professor Ed wina Pio, New Zealand’s first professor of diversity, traces the history of the Indian-owned dairy shop in New Zealand and in doing so, explores the migration and work trajectories of early Indian settlers. She was recently featured in a Prime TV documentary on the topic, and her book Sari, released by Sir John Key,…
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Gender Diversity on Boards
Cross-posted from: University of Kent Dr Jawad Syed’s Comment The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) commissioned report titled “Gender diversity on Boards: the Appointment process and the role of executive search firms” provides an in-depth study into the appointment process to corporate boards and the role of executive search firms…
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An Intersectional Perspective on Gender and Migration: The Case of Qatar
Brief of the research paper presented by Prof Jawad Syed on female migrant domestic workers presented at the Research Center for Islamic Legislation and Ethics (CILE) in Qatar. In this interview, Prof Syed offers an analysis of how gender and foreignness intersect to influence the experiences of skilled migrant women…
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Gender Inequality in Pakistan
Panel Discussion: Gender Inequality: Cross-cultural perceptions of women and men today Moderator: Ms. Tahira AbdullahPanelists: Mr. Deepak Perwani, Dr. Jawad Syed, Ms. Nuzhat Kidwai Event: School of Tomorrow 2015Organised by: Beaconhouse School System Key points (reported by Bolo Bhi): Start at a grassroots level to help women in poverty, says fashion designer Deepak Perwani…
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Talking It Out: Pakistan’s Fear of Expressing Itself
By Siham BasirThe Express Tribune, November 29, 2015 KARACHI: Articles 19 and 19A of the Constitution of Pakistan guarantee citizens’ freedom of speech and expression but why is it that, in 2015, we are not free to express ourselves without fear, asked actress Nadia Jamil while moderating a session on…
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Work Life Balance
Sage video interview with Professor Jawad Syed on work life balance: What does work life balance mean to you, how do you define it? Why is the topic important for organisations? What are the key debates or questions in this field? Why is WLB important globally? What inspired you to…
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SAAM Webinar: What Can CEOs Do to Foster Inclusive Culture and Gender Equality
In this webinar, held on 22 January 2025 (3-5pm), esteemed panel of guest speakers shared their invaluable insights and experiences. -Mr Musadaq Zulqarnain, Chairperson of Interloop, highlighted impactful interventions to promote gender equality within Interloop and other organizations. -Ms Faeza Asad Khan, Chief Strategy Officer of Abacus, shared her experiences…
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Integrating Heritage and Folk Wisdom into Business Education
Report by: Sania Tufail and Irfan Khan, NBEAC, HEC, Islamabad Event: NBEAC Deans and Directors Conference, Lahore, 17-18 February 2025 Synopsis This thought-provoking panel explored how folk wisdom, classical literature, and cultural heritage can enrich business education by promoting ethical leadership, emotional intelligence, and creativity. Drawing on figures like Ghalib,…
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Bridging the Gaps: Women’s Leadership, Structural Barriers, and the Role of Policy in Pakistan
Event: “What Can CEOs Do to Foster Women’s Leadership and Drive Organizational Success?” – Webinar by South Asian Academy of Management (SAAM) – 22 January 2025 Speaker: Memosh Khawaja, Former CEO & President – Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG), Henkel and Haleeb Synposis In this SAAM webinar talk, Memosha…
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Breaking Barriers: Women, Work, and Cultural Expectations in Pakistan
Event: “What Can CEOs Do to Foster Women’s Leadership and Drive Organizational Success?” – Webinar by South Asian Academy of Management (SAAM) – 22 January 2025 Speaker: Faeza Asad Khan, Chief Strategy Officer, Abacus Synposis In this reflective conversation, Faeza Asad Khan discusses the gendered challenges women face in Pakistan’s…
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Case: Gender, Ethnicity, and Intersectionality: Alina’s Career Journey in Balochistan
Synopsis This case traces the personal and professional journey of Alina, a Punjabi-speaking woman from Sibi, Balochistan, navigating multiple roles and challenges in a context shaped by patriarchal norms and ethnic divisions. Despite early leadership promise and strong family support, Alina’s career progression at her university remained stagnant for 18…
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Case: Organizational Culture at Esta Pakistan
Synopsis In early 2024, Imran Aziz, General Manager of Esta Pakistan, a subsidiary of the multinational chemicals and inks company Esta, faced significant operational and cultural challenges. Anonymous complaints of ethical misconduct, many politically motivated, led to pressure from headquarters for a formal investigation. Simultaneously, the company’s market share dropped…
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