He advised the audience that the more you give, the more you get. Dr Walji, an educator, author, social entrepreneur and medical researcher shared his insights on higher education and emphasized the crucial role of universities in molding ethical leaders and socially responsible citizens. Read: Pakistan, politics, perils and prospectsHe shed light on the unique standpoint higher education institutes hold in Muslim societies, where religion and culture deeply influence daily lives. "The philanthropists from our communities need to understand one phrase, if you think education is expensive, try ignorance; its impact is far more expensive," he added. "Pakistan is the most generous nation in the world, but ironically, the generosity in higher education is not taken seriously," he noted.


Source:   The Nation
January 18, 2024 09:10 UTC