Dear PUAN Tribe,
Check out the latest edition of the PUAN Fortnightly Newsletter for exciting opportunities across the PUAN community. Stay updated on recent activities, grow your network, and discover new avenues to engage and collaborate.
Freedom 250: Freedom 250: Anila Raza’s Journey of Transforming Classrooms through Global Learning
Anila Raza, a TEA 2024 alumna, is leveraging her U.S. exchange experience to strengthen education through student-centered learning and mentorship. As an English teacher, she is applying innovative teaching methodologies to improve student engagement, learning outcomes, and access to global opportunities. Her work highlights how exchange programs empower educators to drive meaningful change in classrooms and communities. Read more here.
Freedom 250: Afshan Huma’s Journey of Advancing Peace Education through Global Learning
Dr. Afshan Huma, Fulbright scholar, is turning her U.S. exchange experience into peace education and impactful teaching in Pakistan. From training teachers to promoting inclusive learning, her work is driving change. Read more about Afshan’s work here.
Update Yor Profiles to Be Part of Exciting Opportunities Coming Up Next at PUAN
As PUAN continues to expand opportunities for alumni across Pakistan, we invite all members to take a few minutes to review and update their profiles on the PUAN alumni portal. Keeping your profile updated is essential to ensure you remain eligible for upcoming programs. It also helps us better connect you with opportunities that align with your skills, interests, and professional goals. With a network of over 45,000 alumni, PUAN is committed to creating meaningful engagement and impact, but this starts with having accurate and up-to-date information from our members. Updating your PUAN profiles also helps us connect you with initiatives that best match your skills, interests, and professional goals. It also enhances your visibility within the alumni network and ensures that you receive timely updates and important communications. We encourage all alumni to log in to the PUAN portal today and make sure their information is complete and up to date, your next opportunity with PUAN could be just one update away. Click here to update your information on PUAN Alumni Portal.
Applications Open for Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program 2027
Are you an English language teacher at a college or university in Pakistan? Apply now for the 2027 Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program. Starting in fall 2027, selected candidates will teach Urdu or Pashto at U.S. campuses during their nine-month grant. The program is funded by the U.S. government and aims to help young English teachers enhance their teaching skills and improve their English proficiency. The application deadline is May 13, 2026. To apply, the link. For questions about the program, email flta@usefp.org.
Accepting Applicatons Now Under Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is now open for mid-career Pakistani professionals with 8-18 years of experience in relevant fields. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this exchange program is designed to help you enhance leadership skills while connecting with a global network of professionals and learning from industry experts. Please note that an English language test score report (Duolingo, TOEFL iBT, or IELTS) is required for the application. The deadline to apply is May 20, 2026. To apply, visit www.usefp.org For questions, email us at humphrey@usefp.org.
USEFP is Hiring: Apply for the Post of Technical Services Coordinator, Lincoln Corner, Islamabad
USEFP has a vacancy for a Technical Services Coordinator at Lincoln Corner in Islamabad. Eligible applicants must have: Education: A minimum of 16 years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Social Sciences, or a business-related discipline. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in Technical Support, AV Editing, Event Management, and/or Program Coordination. Preference: Experience in youth and STEM-based programming is strongly preferred. Apply by April 30, 2026. For the detailed job description and to apply, visit the link.
Lincoln Corners Pakistan
Lincoln Corners are partnerships between the U.S. Embassy and local institutions across Pakistan, serving as American-style cultural and information centers. They are multi-media resource hubs offering access to reliable information about the U.S., English language learning, and a venue for cultural programs and open dialogue. PUAN members are strongly encouraged to utilize these centers for networking, hosting alumni events, accessing eLibraryUSA research databases, and connecting with local communities. We encourage all PUAN alumni to actively make use of these Corners! They are ideal venues for networking, hosting alumni-led activities, conducting training sessions, accessing eLibraryUSA research databases, and engaging with local communities through meaningful programs. Visit the website of Lincoln Corners to find the Corner nearest you and explore collaboration possibilities.
Join Our PUAN Facebook Groups
Don’t miss out on what’s happening right in your area! The Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) is powered by 14 chapters across the country, and your local chapter is the best way to network, collaborate, and connect with fellow alumni in your city or region. Each of these chapters maintains a dedicated closed Facebook group, serving as your go-to space for local event announcements, chapter-specific project discussions, and instant networking opportunities. We encourage you to find and join your respective chapter’s closed group today. Simply search for your chapter name on Facebook and request to join or simply click here. Let’s build a stronger, more engaged local network together!
Send Us Your Recent Publications
At PUAN, we are continually inspired by the incredible work that U.S. exchange alumni have been doing. The dedication and contributions of our alumni are making a significant impact, and we are proud to have you all as part of the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN). We would love to hear about your recent accomplishments. If you have published an op-ed, journal article, news piece, or any other work in the past three months, please let us know by filling out this quick questionnaire. Additionally, we encourage you to keep us informed of your future publications by emailing us at info@puan.pk. Your continued support and engagement are vital to the success of PUAN, and we are grateful for your contributions. Please note that the compilation of alumni publications is a recurring activity. Therefore, we kindly request that you avoid submitting the same information more than once.
