The UNICEF Pakistan Advisory Council (UPAC) held its second meeting at the AJ Textile Mills Head Office in Peshawar. The session was chaired by UNICEF Representative in Pakistan, Pernille Ironside, alongside leading philanthropist, Murtaza Hashwani, and was hosted by renowned business leader, Afan Aziz, CEO of Aziz Group of Industries and a member of UPAC.
Council members reviewed progress since the inaugural meeting and engaged in structured discussions on key thematic areas including health & nutrition, education, WASH, child protection, youth engagement, and climate action. The members also agreed on next steps to strengthen their collective impact in advancing children’s rights across Pakistan.