Pakistan

Pakistan: Oct/Nov ‘09

Students attending IWPR classroom discussions say they’ve acquired a better understanding of rights issues.

Young Journalist Inspires Fellow Students

Rising star of youth journalism inspires fellow students in Pakistan.

Giving a Voice to Pakistani Youth

Religious Muslim youngsters are eager to engage with IWPR media project taking place in madrassas across the country.

Pakistani Girls Hone Analytical Skills

Open Minds training programme enabling girls with little experience of thinking for themselves to air their views in the classroom.

Afghan Fury at Koran Burning Claims

A wave of demonstrations has hit Afghanistan over rumours that US forces burned several copies of the Koran.

Pakistan: Sept '09

Participants in Open Minds project bolstered by publication of first story in national press.

Publishing Coup for Pakistan Students

Concern About New Tajik Language Law

Critics warn effort to make Tajik compulsory discriminates against those who mainly speak Russian.

Melon Crop Under Threat

Failure of efforts to stop the melon fly prompts farmers in the north to consider giving up the crop.

Musharraf on Comeback Trail