Category: Food & Climate
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Myself Ali Raza Khan as Scientist Advocate for Food Climate and Human Rights
In February 2015, at Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) in Multan, I stood at the intersection of science and survival. The international conference, ‘Malnutrition in South Asia: The Peril Persists’, brought together voices from Pakistan and abroad to address a crisis that science alone cannot solve, but which science must lead. As a professional in Food…
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Raising Voices for Food Security and Climate Resilience at the World Food Forum 2024
The World Food Forum 2024 is a pivotal event addressing the intertwined challenges of food security and climate change. This year, Ali Raza Khan is honored to join global leaders, experts, and advocates at the FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, with a primary focus on Global Youth Action. Ali Raza Khan’s journey in this field…
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Advocate for Change: A Journey to the World Food Forum 2024
I am thrilled to announce that I have been invited to the prestigious FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, to attend the international conference, World Food Forum 2024. It’s an incredible honor to participate in this significant event, particularly focusing on Global Youth Action, a cause close to my heart. As a dedicated member of civil…
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The Impact of Climate Change on People Living with HIV, Men Having Sex with Men and Gay Communities in Pakistan: Insights from the AIDS 2024 Conference
Munich, Germany – At the AIDS 2024 conference, Ali Raza Khan, founder of Pride Pakistan, delivered a compelling speech on the intersection of climate change and its effects on people living with HIV, gay men, and men who have sex with men (MSM). His presentation highlighted the severe impacts of climate change on these vulnerable…
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Speaker Ali Raza Khan: From Ruin to Resilience: Harnessing Community Strength in the Face of Natural Disasters
Munich, Germany – The AIDS 2024 conference will feature a pivotal session titled “From Ruin to Resilience: Harnessing Community Strength in the Face of Natural Disasters,” highlighting the critical intersection of climate change and public health. This scientific symposium, accredited for Continuing Medical Education (CME), will take place on July 25, 2024, from 15:00 to…
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Peace is Not Just Between People—It is Also With Our Planet
On February 25, 2023, I was invited as a guest speaker to a youth gathering at Kohna Qasim Bagh. The goal was to discuss interfaith harmony and how young people can help build peace and prevent violent extremism (CVE/PVE). We had a very deep and meaningful session about how our generation can stop the cycle…
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Rooting Inclusion: My Plantation Drive with Unilever Pakistan
In August 2019, I had the privilege of representing the gender-diverse community in a significant initiative led by Unilever Pakistan. At that time, Unilever was launching a major push for gender inclusivity—not just in their offices, but in their social and environmental projects across the country. One of their most impactful activities was a nationwide…