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Over the past decade, religious radicalism in Pakistan has evolved from operating covertly through militant networks to asserting itself openly in the political sphere. Groups that frame their agendas as uncompromising religious…

Extremism in Pakistan is a complex and persistent challenge, deeply rooted in historical, socio-political, and religious factors. Over the past four years, the country has witnessed a sharp increase in various forms of extremism,…

The Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) launched its comprehensive national report, “Building Bridges: Fostering Tolerance and Inclusivity among Youth,” along with four provincial editions, on November 7 in Islamabad. Drawing on…

The Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) organized a two-day national training and orientation workshop titled “Youth Observers Cohort” on November 6–7 in Islamabad. Around 40 young participants, including students, peace activists, and…

Youth radicalization in Pakistan is one of the most pressing challenges confronting the state and society today. With nearly two-thirds of the country's population under the age of 30, the path that young people take will…

This report, based on a mixed-methods study by the Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS), reveals a profound paradox among educated Pakistani youth in Sindh: a generation that is personally optimistic about its future but deeply…

This report presents the findings of a mixed-methods research study conducted by the Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) to assess the perceptions, attitudes, and worldviews of educated youth in Punjab concerning tolerance,…