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Global UGRAD-Pakistan @UGRADPakistan

We are an @ECAatState program which provides one semester of US-based academic and cultural exchange to young leaders from Pakistan. bit.ly/48XpE0B

Joined August 2010
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Sending best wishes for a successful semester to the spring cohort of Global UGRAD-Pakistan as they start their leadership journeys in 30 states across the U.S. Take a look at some moments from the Welcome Workshop!
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During Welcome Workshop, #UGRADPK participants are exploring ways to become resilient and inclusive leaders, building connections, and setting goals to maximize their leadership skills and community impact during their semester in the U.S.
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The wait is over, the #UGRADPK Welcome Workshop kicks off today! We’re excited to #ExchangeOurWorld this spring by welcoming 54 emerging leaders from Pakistan who will enhance their academic & leadership skills while giving back to host communities at 49 campuses across the U.S.
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Wishing everyone a festive holiday season filled with peace, joy, and prosperity! As we set our resolutions for the year ahead, what are your goals for 2025?
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That's a wrap on Fall 2024! We’re celebrating the contributions #UGRADPK participants made in their host communities, including 1,600 hours of service in 29 states and introducing 500 Americans to Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage. Thank you for helping #ExchangeOurWorld!
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Areeba @MaryvilleC exemplifies the meaningful impact of #UGRADPK participants in U.S. host communities. Areeba helped @UnitedWayBlount raise $2M to fight food insecurity, housing issues, & more, sharing, “It wasn’t just about funds—it was unity, generosity, & a shared vision.”
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🌟 U.S. universities: Apply now to host #UGRADPK participants for 2025-26! Help create life-changing academic, cultural, and service opportunities while fostering global connections. 🌎 #ExchangeOurWorld 👉 Link in bio!
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Happy Thanksgiving! We’re grateful for our dedicated #UGRADPK participants who build lifelong relationships with Americans in campus communities across the country. We’re inspired by the 98% of our alumni who stay connected with American friends and continue to #ExchangeOurWorld!
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🚨ATTN: U.S. colleges and universities! Apply now to host #UGRADPK students on your campus and help #ExchangeOurWorld. The 2025-2026 host application is now open. Link in bio! #IEW2024
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Congratulations to the #UGRADPK participants who completed Re-Entry Workshop's leadership curriculum, which has enabled 98% of alumni to drive professional development and community impact in Pakistan. #ExchangeOurWorld
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Congratulations to Fatima who won her campaign to join @UMNMorris' student government. She’s among the 96% of #UGRADPK participants who secure opportunities to develop their leadership skills during the program. #ExchangeOurWorld
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For those who celebrate, we hope that this Diwali brings light in your life! #HappyDiwali #ExchangeOurWorld
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During a meeting with San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, Muhammad discussed the effects of global climate change. "This dialogue highlighted climate change's impact on us all, connecting our experiences with floods in Pakistan and the U.S." #WorldDevelopmentInformationDay
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In honor of Indigenous People's Day, #GlobalUGRADPK's Zaryab embraced #culturalexchange at her first powwow. After meeting a Shawnee Chief, she shared, “Both Pakistani and Native communities have preserved their traditions and storytelling as powerful acts of cultural fortitude.”
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Fatima Mehr, a Global UGRAD grantee at the University of Minnesota–Morris, impressed everyone with her vibrant presentation on Pakistani culture, leaving a lasting impression on her fellow students. #USEFP #UGRAD #Culture
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#DYK since 2010 #GlobalUGRADPK participants have volunteered 50,000 hours in communities across the U.S.? @usd, Kazim chaperoned ‘An Evening with the Stars’ - a prom for people with disabilities. "I spent time with incredible people, and it turned into something so meaningful."
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Muhammad joins 97% of #GlobalUGRADPK alumni who continue developing #leadershipskills in Pakistan. This summer he interned @usembislamabad with @StateINL, tackling international crime & narcotics; acknowledged by the local Police Advisor for his work on criminal justice policy.
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Last year, #GlobalUGRADPK participants engaged in leadership activities in 70 U.S. communities in 38 states, strengthening U.S.-Pakistan ties. Last week, Nayab & Syeda discussed local leadership with @mayorofgreenbay, calling it "a meaningful exchange of culture and goodwill!"
Global UGRAD-Pakistan participants Nayab and Syeda met with Mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Eric Genrich, to discuss local community leadership.

ALT Global UGRAD-Pakistan participants Nayab and Syeda met with Mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Eric Genrich, to discuss local community leadership.
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#GlobalUGRADPK participant Ali learned about the strong community spirit in Edwardsville, IL, by volunteering to restore over 100 furniture pieces for families in need, transforming their homes and fostering “a sense of pride and connection within the community".
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As #UGRADPK participants explore their American campuses, they are building meaningful relationships with members of their host communities, including university presidents, fellow students, and even school mascots! #ExchangeOurWorld
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