Kanza is a professional with around six years of experience in the field of education. The scope of her work spans from inclusive education, advocacy, project management, and consultancy. Currently she is working as a consultant for a private education institution conducting research to develop a vocational education program for children with disabilities. Additionally she is working as a senior research associate at Idara-e-Taleem-o-Agahi (ITA) having worked on developing a multi-sectoral roadmap, a 5 year’s strategic action plan to address the out-of-school children crisis in Sindh in collaboration with UNICEF and the Government of Sindh.
She holds a BSc. in Social Sciences and Liberal Arts from the Institute of Business Administration Karachi, and a Master’s in Education Leadership, Organizations, and Entrepreneurship from Harvard University.
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In a world where young people are navigating burnout, bullying, climate anxiety, and rising academic pressure, what does it truly mean for a school to teach empathy, belonging, self-awareness, and care? This conversation explores the power of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as a protective buffer, one that supports mental wellbeing while strengthening relationships and community. Our panel will examine how empathy can be taught as a skill: from active listening and kindness to conflict resolution and courageous communication. We’ll look at the collective role that teachers, parents, and institutions play in nurturing emotionally healthy young people, and how intentional SEL practices can help build leadership, agency, and voice, especially for girls, who often face distinct cultural and developmental pressures. Join us as we imagine what an education system rooted in humanity could make possible for the next generation.
