Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning

14/02/2026

10th feb 2026, the Rawalpindi PILL team participated in the Mental Health Camp at the University of Wah, where they engaged with students at different stalls and introduced the Moving On ABC project. They successfully recruited 25 champions who are also interested in voluntarily supporting the project and PILL by participating in assessments and interventions.

10/02/2026

Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL) successfully conducted a two-day capacity-building training titled “Moving on After Breast Cancer Plus Therapist Delivered High-Intensity Intervention” for MPhil students of the Department of Applied Psychology, Women University Multan.

The training, held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., focused on enhancing students’ practical knowledge and skills in evidence-based psychological interventions, equipping future mental health professionals to deliver effective therapeutic support.

Dr. Sadia Musharraf, Head of Department, expressed appreciation for PILL’s continued support in promoting professional development and academic enrichment. Prof. Dr. Kalsoom Paracha, Vice Chancellor, conveyed her gratitude during the vote of thanks, acknowledging the dedication and expertise of the PILL facilitators in making the program a success.

The session concluded with the distribution of commemorative shields as a token of appreciation to the PILL team for their valuable collaboration.

PILL remains committed to empowering students and professionals with knowledge and skills to foster mental health and well-being in communities.

10/02/2026

Big moment for Comsats University Lahore and Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL)! Dr. Rashid A. Khan Deputy Registrar , Dr. Noor ul Zaman Rafiq Director administration Research and engagement- Punjab and Prof. Nashi Khan came together to sign an MoU on Feb 10, 2026, paving the way for collaboration and growth

10/02/2026

09/02/2026

PILL Peshawar team successfully conducted ACROSS Project Awareness Roadshow, focused on promoting affordable cardiac care and rehabilitation, at Rahim Medical Hospital. The session aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of the ACROSS project’s mission to improve access to quality cardiac services and support rehabilitation efforts within the community. A total of 30+ participants attended the roadshow, engaging in informative discussions on the importance of early intervention, coordinated care, and sustainable healthcare practices. To evaluate the effectiveness of the session, pre- and post-assessments were conducted, demonstrating PILL’s commitment to evidence-based approaches and continuous learning. The event served as a valuable platform for raising awareness, strengthening professional collaboration, and advancing initiatives that contribute to better cardiovascular health outcomes in the region.

09/02/2026

A Template Analysis training session was held on 4th February and was attended by teams working on the Moving On ABC, Across, and Burns projects, with a particular focus on those engaged in qualitative research. The session aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of Template Analysis and its practical application in analyzing qualitative data across different project contexts. Facilitated by Helen Brooks and Romen Kislov, the training included methodological guidance, practical examples, and interactive discussions.

09/02/2026

The Global Mental Health Research Capacity and Capability Building Department successfully organized Module 1 training on “Understanding Autism: An Introductory Awareness Session” on 6th and 7th Feb 2026 at the PILL Rawalpindi Office. The session was facilitated by Ms. Humaira Shahid, CEO of the Noor Education and Healthcare Foundation.
The training was attended by PILL staff. The aim of the training was to strengthen participants’ understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and build capacity to recognize autism in both research and clinical settings.

07/02/2026

On 6th February, Sehrish Tofique, presented the ACROSS project titled “Affordable Cardiac Rehabilitation: An Outreach Interdisciplinary Strategic Study” at the 10th Annual Dr. Abdul Haq Khan Memorial Cardiology Symposium.

06/02/2026

PILL Abbottabad team conducted two impactful breast cancer awareness sessions. These sessions were held at BHU Nawanshehr and Sheikh Al Bandi in Abbottabad, alongside Defeat Cancer Champions recruitment drive.

The sessions saw active participation from lady health workers, who were super motivated to spread awareness and refer participants to PILL.

05/02/2026

خطرہ سمجھیں، خیال رکھیں، محفوظ رہیں…
سالگرہ یا کسی بھی موقع پر غباروں کو لائٹر یا کسی شعلے سے پھوڑنے کی کوشش مہنگی پڑ سکتی ہے۔ ایسا کرنے سے غبارے میں موجود گیس آگ پکڑ لیتی ہے اور حادثے کا سبب بن سکتی ہے۔ خوشیوں کے موقع پر بھی ذمہ داری کا مظاہرہ کریں اپنی اور سب کی حفاظت یقینی بنائیں۔
آگاہی پھیلائیں، خود بھی بچیں، دوسروں کو بھی بچائیں!
https://www.pill.org.pk/burns-prevention-health-communication-campaign/

05/02/2026

خطرہ سمجھیں، خیال رکھیں، محفوظ رہیں…
بجلی کے ڈھیلے کنکشنز، ٹوٹے تار ، خراب وائرنگ اور ناقص ایکسٹینشن باکس اکثر شارٹ سرکٹ کی وجہ بنتے ہیں اور شارٹ سرکٹ سے پھیلنے والی آگ مالی ہی نہیں جانی نقصان کا سبب بھی بن سکتی ہے، آئیں اپنے گھروں میں بجلی کا محفوظ استعمال یقینی بنائیں۔
آگاہی پھیلائیں، خود بھی بچیں، دوسروں کو بھی بچائیں!
https://www.pill.org.pk/burns-prevention-health-communication-campaign/

05/02/2026

خطرہ سمجھیں، خیال رکھیں، محفوظ رہیں…
پانی کے ٹینک میں اکثر آتش گیر( آگ پکڑنے والی) گیسیں جمع ہو جاتی۔ جب بھی پانی کی سطح چیک کرنے یا کسی بھی مقصد کے لیے ٹینک میں دیکھنے کی ضرررت ہو تو ٹارچ یا ایمرجنسی لائٹ سے کام لیں۔ لائٹر یا ماچس کی تیلی جلا کر ٹینک میں روشنی کرنے کی غلطی کبھی نہ کریں ورنہ آگ بھڑک سکتی ہے۔
آگاہی پھیلائیں، خود بھی بچیں، دوسروں کو بھی بچائیں!
https://www.pill.org.pk/burns-prevention-health-communication-campaign/