Islamabad, September, 2026: The Department of Social Sciences at SZABIST University Islamabad Campus, in collaboration with the Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH), organized an informative seminar on Front-of-Pack Warning Labels (FOPWL) to promote public awareness about healthier food choices and preventive healthcare.

The seminar featured guest speakers Mr. Sana Ullah Ghuman, General Secretary of PANAH, and Sqn Ldr Ghulam Abbas, who shared valuable insights into preventive healthcare, nutritional policy, and consumer rights. The discussion highlighted the importance of accessible nutritional information in helping consumers make informed decisions about the food products they purchase.

The session focused on the role of Front-of-Pack Warning Labels in improving consumer awareness by making nutritional information easier to understand. It also provided an opportunity to discuss how food labelling policies can contribute to healthier choices and support public health initiatives.

The seminar was organized under the supervision of Ms. Sana Mukhtar, Program Manager, BSSS, and Ali Hammad, BS AI student and PANAH Ambassador at SZABIST. Students and faculty members actively participated in constructive discussions on preventive healthcare, nutritional awareness, and consumer empowerment.

The initiative reflected the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and public health organizations in promoting awareness of health-related issues. It also encouraged students to understand the connection between informed consumer choices, public policy, and community well-being.

Through such initiatives, SZABIST University Islamabad continues to support health awareness, community engagement, and educational activities aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.