Scholarships & Skills for Girls | British Council Ft. Sarah Parvez

In this episode of HowDoesItWork Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Parvez, Head of Education at the British Council Pakistan, to explore how the British Council is transforming opportunities for young women in Pakistan. From scholarships for STEM fields to digital skill-building initiatives like the EDGE programme, and from teacher training to cultural empowerment through arts, this conversation highlights pathways for students especially girls who have just completed their matriculation or O-Levels.
We dive into key programs including Women in STEM Scholarships, EU TVET IV High-Tech Training, and mentorship initiatives aimed at making Pakistan’s youth future-ready. Whether you’re a parent, student, or educator, this episode offers practical insights into how Pakistan’s next generation can prepare for success.

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00:00 – Highlights
02:00 – Why Pakistan Has a Large Number of Out-of-School Children
05:00 – How Pakistani Youth Can Power the Nation’s Future
08:00 – The Dilemma of Girls’ Education in Pakistan
18:00 – Gaps in the Education System Students Face
21:00 – Digital Skills Programs for Students (EDGE)
27:00 – STEM-Based Learning Models for Girls
33:00 – How British Council Supports Teacher Training in Pakistan
36:00 – Can British Council Help with Studying Abroad & Immigration?
43:00 – British Council’s Work in Pakistan’s Creative & Cultural Sectors
46:30 – The Rat Race: Everyone Becoming Doctors & Engineers in Pakistan
50:00 – The Future of Pakistan’s Education System



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