Dear PUAN Tribe,

Welcome to the latest edition of the PUAN Fortnightly Newsletter!

This fortnight, we celebrate the inspiring work of PUAN alumni who are driving entrepreneurship, innovation, and community impact. From alumni entrepreneurs expanding into global markets and the Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase highlighting businesses built through U.S. exchange programs, to alumni-led grant initiatives empowering youth with economic and digital skills, this edition showcases how our network continues to strengthen communities and foster U.S.-Pakistan partnerships.

Thank you for being part of the PUAN community. We hope you enjoy this edition and stay inspired by the incredible achievements of our alumni across Pakistan.

Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase Highlights

At the Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase, Pakistani creative entrepreneurs displayed the businesses, products, and ideas they have built with the help of U.S. exchange programs, grants, and skills-building programs. Their work shows how investing in Pakistani startups and creative industries can fuel growth, create jobs, and strengthen the U.S.-Pakistan partnership. Swipe through highlights from the showcase. For more details, visit here.

PUAN Grants Project Promotes Youth Economic Literacy in South Punjab

The Youth Economic Literacy and Digital Awareness Initiative in South Punjab, supported by the U.S. Mission to Pakistan in partnership with the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), has been launched by IELP 2024 alumna Aqsa Ahmad.

During the reporting period, the project conducted student and stakeholder orientation sessions, engaging 130 participants. The sessions introduced the project’s objectives, implementation plan, and expected outcomes, while highlighting the importance of economic literacy and digital skills for youth in South Punjab.. For more details, visit here.

A Leap of Faith That Stitched Together a Global Dream

From taking a bold step to learn the apparel industry in Sialkot to building a business that serves international brands, Ameer Hamza Rauf—an English Works 2019 alumnus, member of the PUAN Central Punjab Chapter, Founder of Danis Fabrico, and participant of the PUAN Export Masterclass 2026—is showcasing Pakistan’s manufacturing excellence on the global stage.

By leveraging digital trade, innovation, and entrepreneurship, Ameer is creating opportunities, generating jobs, and strengthening Pakistan’s presence in international markets.

As we celebrate #Freedom250, his journey reflects the power of alumni-led innovation and the growing economic partnership between Pakistan and the United States. For more details, visit here.

Update Your 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.

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.