HEC’s Research & Analysis Activities (R&AA), in collaboration with Aiming Change for Tomorrow (ACT) International and UNFPA, recently hosted a seminar at Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University (SBBU), Dir.
The event focused on raising awareness for the National Youth Helpline (NYHL), emphasising the importance of mental health and well-being.
Dr. Muhammad Shahab, VC SBBU, lauded the NYHL (0800-69457) as a crucial step towards bolstering the mental well-being of young people. The Pro-VC also thanked HEC and ACT International for their efforts and for allowing SBBU to host the seminar.
Asif Hussain, Director In-charge of R&AA, HEC, underscored the vital role of mental health and well-being, particularly for youth, in contributing constructively to society. Additionally, a representative from the Anti-Narcotics Force delivered an awareness lecture and organized an anti-drug walk with the university students.
