The RISE (Research on Improving Systems of Education) Program was launched on January 24th, 2025, with transportive and new hope for Pakistan’s youth. Powered by The Soorty Foundation (TSF) and Orange Tree Foundation (OTF) to pave the way for a brighter future for students, skill development, academic excellence, and financial independence.
The event held at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) City Campus, marked a milestone in addressing the educational needs of Pakistan youth. This program aims to create pathways for high merit students, initiatives including:
- RISE Scholarships: Scholarship for deserving students to make them financially free.
- RISE Talks: Sessions with experts and industry leaders for inspiration.
- RISE Podcasts: RISE podcast to share success stories and motivate students.
- RISE Awards Ceremony: On achievement of students celebration for promoting a sense of accomplishment.
Having these elements for students it focuses on empowerment, career advancement, and preparing to tackle challenges.
Key Players Behind the RISE Program
RISE Program has different partners that are OTF, TSF, and six leading Universities in Pakistan, including:
- Institute of Business Administration (IBA)
- FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST NUCES)
- National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
- University of Karachi
- Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture (IVS)
- NED University of Engineering and Technology
These valued institutions will play a crucial role in facilitating deserving students.
A Groundbreaking Initiative for Pakistan’s Youth
This event was attended by notable figures and the CEO of Orange Tree Foundation shared his vision for the youth of Pakistan. The 65% of Pakistan is it’s youth, we need to provide platforms for students to access quality education. Programs like RISE help students who deserve them and lead them to financial independence and bright futures.
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What Makes the RISE Program Stand Out?
The RISE Program is just not a scholarship it is a comprehensive ecosystem for supporting students. Here are some of its standout features:
1. Educational Resources
Research on Improving Systems of Education (RISE) offers DIFFERENT resources like Podcasts and Talks to inspire and guide students to prepare for their future.
2. Opportunities for Growth
RISE is an opportunity for students with valuable knowledge and skills, to boost their employability in the future.
3. Partnership with Top Universities
RISE Program is working with top Universities like FAST, NUCES, IVS, NUST, and, RISE.
4. Encouraging Innovation and Skill Development
RISE helps students build skills and creativity, preparing them for future and fast-paced jobs.
5. Career Support
RISE provides mentorship and awards for students, guiding them through academic and career journeys.
This Program ensures that there is no student left by collaborating government and private sectors. This unity is for creating sustainable growth and opening doors for future leaders.
RISE Program Impacts Pakistani Youth
The RISE program is helping students not only academically, it is by offering different opportunities in various fields. Some of them are below:
- Financial independence
- Academic success
- Career Advancement
- Entrepreneurship opportunities
- Personal development
It empowers students not only to pursue their dreams but to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the country at large.
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