Departmental Impact

Provision of outreach, general education, upskilling and capacity building to policy and law makers on economics, law, technology and climate change

2026

In collaboration with Higher Education Commission, Mehergarh conducted a one-day training in Lahore for HEIs. The session was attended by focal persons and committee members from various educational institutional including UVAS. Prof Dr Hamda Azmat was part of the training. This training specifically focused on the HEC Policy on Protection Against Sexual Harassment and the Sexual Harassment Act, 2010. Key topics included the effective implementation of the law and policy within HEIs, the procedures for conducting inquiries, handling cases, fact-finding techniques, and ensuring confidentiality throughout the process. The training emphasized creating a safe and respectful environment for both faculty members and students within educational institutions and workplaces. It was an engaging session with a committed group of professionals. At the end of the session, Mr. Ghulam Nabi, DG of HEC’s Regional Office in Lahore, distributed certificates among the participants.