From Dialogue to Impact: SMCS Leading Conversations that Shape the Future.
Sunday, April 12 2026
The School of Media and Communication Studies (SMCS) extends its sincere gratitude to Minister of Information Mr. Ataullah Tarar, Minister of Religious Affairs Mr. Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, and Minister of State for Law Mr. Aqeel Malik for taking time out of their busy schedules during the ongoing Islamabad peace accords to meet our esteemed Dean of SMCS, Dr. Sidra Tariq Jamil.
This meaningful engagement marks an important step towards impactful collaboration, as Minister Ataullah Tarar has graciously agreed to support SMCS in building connections with like-minded organizations in Azerbaijan to counter disinformation and emerging challenges such as deepfakes.
At the same time, our collaboration with Barrister Aqeel Malik aims to advance inter-civilizational dialogue, promote evidence-based scholarship, and strengthen Pakistan’s intellectual presence on the global stage.
We are equally encouraged by the support of Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf in hosting an interfaith harmony event, contributing to a powerful narrative of lasting peace through effective and responsible communication.
Altogether, these partnerships reflect SMCS’s commitment to shaping informed discourse, fostering unity, and driving meaningful change through the power of communicative discourse.