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Lahore, October 5, 2024 — Future Front Envision Consultancy (FFEC), UK, in collaboration with Lahore Business School (LBS), The University of Lahore, successfully hosted the EnvisionX: NextGen Skills Symposium. The event brought together leading academics, policymakers, industry professionals, and youth leaders to discuss the pressing educational, economic and technological challenges faced by the youth in emerging economies.
The symposium, held on 5th October, 22024 at Lahore, was aimed at identifying skill gaps, promoting innovation in education, and exploring how emerging technologies could reshape education and employment for the youth. The full-day event featured thought-provoking discussions, case studies, and policy recommendations aimed at empowering the next generation.
The symposium opened with a welcome address from Prof. Dr. Rabeeya Raoof, Dean of Faculty of Management Sciences, followed by remarks from Dr. Naveed Anwar, Head of LBS, highlighting the critical need for reforms and policy-level interventions to foster youth development in emerging economies.
The sessions addressed a variety of topics central to the symposium’s theme. Dr. Sarwar Azhar led the discussion on “Bridging the Skills Gap: Aligning Education with Economic Needs”, emphasizing the importance of modernizing curricula to reflect the demands of the global workforce. Dr. Ghulam Ali Arain from LUMS provided insights on “Future Trends and Opportunities”, urging participants to prepare for the fast-evolving job market and the essential skills required in a digital economy. He encouraged the youth to harness the power of AI and digital transformation to stay competitive.
Another critical discussion, led by Dr. Muhammad Fahad, Director of FFEC, focused on “Skill Development Policy and Gender: Redefining Structural Constraints”. He underlined the importance of inclusive policies that address gender disparities in the workforce, especially in tech-driven industries.
The event emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration between academia, industry, and government to address youth unemployment and skill development. Participants exchanged innovative ideas and explored actionable strategies that would create a sustainable framework for skill development and economic empowerment in Pakistan and beyond. The symposium concluded with a Q&A session where attendees engaged directly with the speakers, followed by a token of appreciation presented to the speakers. The closing ceremony was marked by mutual appreciation for the collaborative effort, and participants enjoyed a networking lunch where they discussed potential partnerships and future initiatives.
The EnvisionX: NextGen Skills symposium was a step towards realizing FFEC’s vision of fostering economic and technological growth in emerging economies through youth empowerment. The event generated vital policy recommendations and inspired future collaborations between academic institutions and industry leaders. The symposium organizers aim to publish a detailed report with actionable insights that will contribute to shaping future policies for youth development. This collaborative event highlights the significant role that educational institutions like LBS and organizations such as FFEC can play in addressing global challenges through innovative and forward-thinking approaches.