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Testimonials
"The conference was a wonderful opportunity to meet a wide range of people who shared my hopes and goals for America, for Pakistan and for Pakistani-Americans. The conversations were stimulating, and the energy in the room inspired me."
-Rob Asghar, University Fellow, USC Center for Public Diplomacy
"Ensuring young professionals have all the tools they'll need is crucial for their development. The work at the Pakistani American Youth and Young Professionals Conference provides a platform for engagement and empowerment that is much needed in our communities."
-Adel Syed Director of Development and Community Relations at UMMA Community Clinic
"I wish that we had something like this when we were growing up!" This was a great effort that should be continued as it is valuable for the upcoming youth - I am honored to have contributed my story to the conference & was a part of it."
-Kulsoom Abdullah, Olympic Weightlifting and Crossfit Competitor
"I've been to many conferences before and the PAYC was amazingly organized and well-planned. It was a great opportunity for the youth to connect with other like-minded folks and build community."
-Sameer Gardezi, Hollywood Television Writer
"I was delighted to be a part of this first conference. As a university professor, I am used to mentoring students. This was a great opportunity for me to talk with Pakistani American students in particular, and help them to think about their futures. Those futures, of course, are linked to the futures of both the United States and Pakistan. I think the conference worked really well, and I want to congratulate the organizers on it. It was a lot of work, and I hope that they can do it again next year. It’s an important event that needs to keep happening every year, a chance for young Pakistani Americans to connect with people in various professions across Southern California."
-Amir Hussain, Professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University
"It was my pleasure to be a part of the Pakistani American Young Professionals Conference. It is truly refreshing to see the eagerness and the number of youth who participated in the event. These types of conferences and forums provide a viable template for us to share in the vision of the young people on our university campuses. We hope that our collective participation offers the resources to further expand and encourage their voices."
-Joumana Silyan-Saba, Policy Analyst City of Los Angeles Human Relations Commission Community Development Department
"PAYPC was superbly executed by the organisers. A highly successsful event showcasing educated Pakistani talent in many professional arenas."
-Shaista Khan, Pakistan Development Coordinator at Islamic Relief USA
"I'm so glad I went with my instinct and attended the Pakistani American Youth and Young Professionals Conference on a whim Saturday morning. There wasn't a dull moment it my day. I was constantly meeting and interacting with young Pakistani Americans, which made the conference every minute. I am especially appreciative of the diverse set of leaders sitting on each panel: entrepreneurs, law enforcement, and religious scholars to name a few. I'm looking forward to more insightful discussions and inspiring stories at next years conference!"
-Sarah Haroon, Conference Attendee
"I was very impressed with the selection of panelists, from writers, celebrities to humanitarians...it was exhilarating to see the youth willing to engage and learn from such an amazing group of people; it was a great opportunity and eye opening experience."
-Restaurant Owner of XAI Verandah Lounge
"The Pakistani American Youth Conference held on November 10th, 2012 was not only a huge success but it was inspiring for me as a law enforcement officer to see such energetic young leaders who took the time to attend and to share their experiences with others and try to learn new leadership skills. Job well done! I am looking forward for next year's conference."
-Mike M Abdeen, Sergeant Los Angeles Sheriffs Department
"This has been my vision to bring together all the young people of Pakistani origin to a common platform in which you can deliberate and debate the variety of challenges you face and the opportunities available to you."
-Riffat Masood Former Pakistan Counsul General, Los Angeles