In this episode, Misbah Hina, shares her inspiring journey of creating a positive impact across various communities in Pakistan by empowering women through sports and outdoor activities, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Misbah Hina, a member of the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), represented Pakistan in the 2019 sports exchange program “Addressing Gender-Based Violence through Sport” in the United States, funded by the U.S. Mission in Pakistan. She is the founder of the Misbah Volleyball Academy, an initiative aimed at empowering women through sports and outdoor activities in the northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan. As a national volleyball player and an avid skier, Misbah represented the Pakistan Women’s Volleyball Team at the Jubilee Games in Dubai in 2016. Her passion for skiing also led her to serve as the head of the Islamabad Women Ski Association, where she participated in several ski championships. Misbah holds a degree in sports sciences from Punjab University, Lahore, and has successfully implemented a seed-funded project in collaboration with Right To Play and Women Win, organizing volleyball training camps and sports events for young girls.
#PUANChangeMakers’, is an exciting new video series that showcases the incredible journeys of Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) alumni. From empowering women in sports to fostering peace in communities, from transforming the lives of street children to reducing waste at the source—these stories are sure to inspire and uplift you! Stay tuned for the full series, and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more updates! About PUAN: With over 44,000 members, the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) is one of the world’s largest alumni communities of U.S. government-funded exchange and in-country educational programs. PUAN members are dedicated to making a positive impact on Pakistan through community service, mentorship, and inspiring the next generation of exchange participants. This network is jointly managed by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP).
