Global Community Engagement and Involvement Group (GCEIG)

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning and Bahria University on 23 July 2026 at University in Islamabad. Mr Muhammad Sarfraz Khan SI(M) Director Academics – BUIC, signed on behalf of University while Dr Noor ul Zaman Rafiq Director Research Administration and Engagement Punjab signed on behalf of PILL. Present on the occasion were Dr Shazia Yusuf (Principal and HOD Bahria school of Professional Psychology, E-8 Islamabad), Dr Gulnaz, Dr Sadia Huda, Ms. Roma Shafique from University and Ms Lubna Khan Director GHRDN, Dr Tayaba Kiran Assistant Director Research and Development, Mr Adnan Chohan and Ms Shamsa from PILL.

Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Home Economics, Lahore to strengthen collaboration in research, education, and capacity building.
The MoU was signed by Prof Dr Zaibun Nida Shmed Vice Chancellor of University and Dr. Noor ul Zaman Rafiq, Director Research Administration & Engagement Punjab, Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning. Present on the occasion were Director ORIIC, Dr Iram Rubab,
Registrar, Dr Imran Siddique Kokab, Dr Ayesha Sarfraz Head of Psychology Department, and Ms. Sana Nazir and representing PILL. This partnership marks an important step toward advancing academic excellence and collaborative research.

On 2 July 2026, the Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL) and the Institute of Holistic Rehabilitation and Inclusion (IHRI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IHRI Clifton Campus, Karachi, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership.

IHRI is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to empowering children and individuals with special needs through rehabilitation, inclusive education, therapy services, and family support.

It was an honour to meet Mr. Abdul Razzak Pardesi, Founder Chairman of IHRI—an inspiring humanitarian and visionary whose lifelong commitment to serving children and vulnerable communities is truly commendable.

This MoU reflects the vision and guidance of Prof. Nusrat Husain, whose leadership was instrumental in establishing this meaningful partnership between PILL and IHRI.

The PILL team also toured IHRI’s facilities, including the sensory integration, cognitive therapy, and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training units, gaining valuable insights into IHRI’s holistic and child-centred approach to rehabilitation.

Together, we look forward to strengthening referral pathways for children with special needs, advancing collaborative research and capacity building, and improving support for children, families, and caregivers across Pakistan.

The Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL) has formalized a strategic partnership with The Women University Multan (WUM) to drive collaborative research, academic exchange, and community-focused mental health initiatives.
​The MoU was signed by PILL’s Director of Research Administration and Engagement Punjab, Dr. Noor ul Zaman Rafiq, and WUM Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Syeda Shahida Batool. The partnership focuses on pooling institutional expertise to develop capacity-building programs and evidence-based solutions for societal well-being. The signing ceremony was witnessed by key leadership from WUM, including Dr. Saima Nasreen (ORIC), Dr. Sadia Musharraf (Applied Psychology), and Dr. Abida Aziz (BIC), Ms Asfa Hanif (Pre Doctoral Research Fellow PILL), Shafqat Jehan (Community supervisor PILL) along with PILL Multan team, who highlighted the collective potential of this joint venture.

Memorandum of Understanding signed between Superior University Faisalabad Campus and Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning. Dr Arooj Naqvi Head of Psychology Department signed on behalf of University while Dr Noor ul Zaman Rafiq Director Research Administration and Engagement Punjab signed on behalf of PILL.

The University of Lahore and Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic collaboration, research initiatives, and community engagement. The MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Rabia Akhtar, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Lahore, and Dr. Noor ul Zaman Rafique, Director Research Administration & Engagement, Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning.

On 7th May 2026, MOU was signed between University of Central Punjab and Ishrat Hussain Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning at UCP Lahore. Prof Dr Khalid Manzoor Butt Dean Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and Dr Noor ul Zaman Rafiq Director Research Administration and Engagement Punjab signed the MOU. Professor Dr Shazia Hassan Chairperson Department of Clinical Psychology and staff from UCP and Ms Rabia Sattar Trial Manager PILL were also present on the occasion.