About

About PUAN?

The Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) is a community of alumni from U.S. exchange programs dedicated to making a positive impact in Pakistan and around the world. Members of the network engage in community service, provide mentorship, and inspire future exchange participants. This network is jointly administered by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP). 
 
With more than 44,000 members, the network is amongst the world’s largest alumni networks of the U.S. government-funded exchange programs. As of October 1, 2024, PUAN membership will be limited to U.S. government-funded exchange participants who traveled to the United States for at least five days.

Vision

To be a leading global network of Pakistani alumni who are committed to building bridges between Pakistan and United States.

To promote understanding and cooperation between Pakistan and the United States through education, research, and cultural exchange.

To empower Pakistani alumni of U.S. Government funded exchanges to make a positive impact on the world.

Mission

To connect Pakistani alumni with wider alumni by providing them with opportunities to learn from each other, collaborating on projects, and sharing their expertise.

To build a stronger future for Pakistan and the United States through the power of education and cooperation by finding solutions for shared problems.

Core Values

Excellence: PUAN strives to be a premier network that provides its members with the resources and support they need to succeed.

Integrity: PUAN is committed to honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior.

Innovation: PUAN is always looking for new ways to connect its members and promote understanding between Pakistan and the United States.

Collaboration: PUAN believes that by working together, we can achieve more than we can alone.

Diversity: PUAN is a diverse network that welcomes all Pakistani alumni regardless of their background or beliefs.

Service: PUAN is committed to serving its members and the wider community.

The U.S. Embassy Islamabad has responsibility for the North & South AJK, Baltistan, Gilgit and Islamabad-Rawalpindi chapters. Our U.S. Consulate in Lahore covers the Central, North and South Punjab chapters, while the U.S. Consulate in Karachi covers the Quetta, Gwadar, Karachi, Jamshoro and Sukkur chapters. U.S. Consulate Peshawar covers the KP chapter.