With an estimate of 25.3 million children out of school, there is an urgent need to ensure these children find their way to classrooms. Children should be allowed to dream, be creative and play their hearts out. Writing for The News, Faaiz and Aamna provide examples of policy interventions and urge for an immediate action to address the dilemma of out of school children.

Tea is widely criticised for being a burden on the import bill of Pakistan. But is it really a significant economic loss? Writing for the Tribune, Faaiz argues with the narrative that the mushrooming of chai dhabas does lead to economic activity, prompting enterprise.

Writing for The News, Faaiz addresses the mushrooming of housing societies across Pakistan at the expense of agricultural land. While Pakistan is considered an agrarian economy, it has to import food commodities to fulfil its own needs. The government and policymakers need to recognise the ticking time bomb of reckless urbanisation.

Writing for The News, Faaiz talks about the threat Pakistan faces because of climate change. With harsher living conditions and food security of Pakistan under threat, there's a need for reforms and implementation of the National Adaptation Plan as Pakistan braces itself for severe climatic conditions in the years to follow.

Pakistan is at the forefront of macroeconomic challenges and the citizens face the burden. Writing The Tribune, Faaiz Gilani highlighted how the structural flaws and new taxes led to a sharp decline in real income, purchasing power, and the labour market as households now face the harsh reality.

In his recent article for The News, Faaiz explored the potential of Creative and Cultural Industries, relying on the framework introduced by UNESCO. For this article, the focus was on Lahore with emphasis on how over the years, there has been progress but there's a long way to go.

Students who study from our public schools are no less than students from private institutes. Then why do we not treat them the same? Why do we not work harder to provide these students with more equal opportunities in life? Inspired by Shehzad Roy's incredible work at Zindagi Trust, Faaiz wrote a piece on the topic for The Express Tribune.

Pakistan is at a crossroads, facing the imminent threat of climate change while also holding the key to a sustainable future. Writing for The News, Faaiz delved into the untapped potential of renewable energies, and the urgent need for Pakistan embraced a zero-carbon economy. Pakistan can not alter the carbon emissions of other countries, but through targeted policy measures, it can reduce its own carbon emissions and move away from fossil fuels towards renewable forms of energy.

Writing for THE NEWS, Safa and Faaiz shared their experiences from conducting field research in Saddar Market, Lahore. The prevailing "dil nahi karta" (not feeling like it) sentiment among women in the area stems from the lack of opportunities to spend time outside their homes. The obstacles, due to cities failing to cater to women, prevent them from occupying public spaces. The article presents policy suggestions for making cities more inclusive.

Every Ramazan, consumers are exploited by inflation in food commodities, with the government failing to counter the issue and resorting to widescale subsidies and crackdown as a failed attempt to keep prices in check. Read more about this pressing issue in Faaiz's latest article for The News.

In this collaborative The News piece, Faaiz dives into the critical urban planning challenges surrounding access to higher education in Pakistan. The authors highlight how the rapid growth of urban centers has led to overcrowding and infrastructure strain, particularly in areas surrounding university clusters, ultimately impacting the ability of these institutions to provide equitable access to quality education for all students.

Why wait for the government to solve our problems when we have the power to create change ourselves? In this Tribune article, Faaiz highlights inspiring examples of community-driven initiatives in Pakistan, such as the citizen-funded Sialkot International Airport and the vibrant cultural events organized by volunteers at the I-8 Library in Islamabad.

In this The News article, Faaiz discusses how improving public transportation can help increase women's participation in the workforce in Pakistan by making commuting easier and safer. Read more about how metro bus systems and other upgrades to public transit have had a positive impact on women's ability to access jobs and education opportunities.

In this Tribune article, Faaiz discusses the growing threat of urban flooding in Lahore, Pakistan due to climate change and poor urban planning, arguing authorities need better data, infrastructure upgrades, and policies to protect vulnerable populations. Read more about the causes of flooding and recommendations for improving the city's resilience in the full article.

In this The News article, Faaiz analyzes the causes of Lahore's severe air pollution, arguing policymakers need comprehensive strategies beyond short-term fixes to address traffic congestion, promote public transit, and balance development with environmental protection. Read more about the health impacts of smog and recommendations for improving air quality long-term in the full article.

In his The News article, Faaiz discusses the challenges Pakistan faces in eradicating polio despite vaccination campaigns, arguing authorities need better data and community engagement to refute myths and build trust around immunizations. Read more about the obstacles to eliminating polio and recommendations for targeted outreach in vulnerable communities in the full article.

In this collaborative The News article, Faaiz analyzes the rising costs and economic burden of lavish wedding celebrations in Pakistan, arguing societal pressures lead families to overspend beyond their means while reforms have failed to curb excessive displays of wealth and status. Read more about the paradoxical spending patterns and potential for change towards more modest, meaningful events in the full article.

In a Middle East Monitor article, Safa argues the recent protests worldwide have shone an unprecedented spotlight on Palestinian suffering. As images from Gaza’s destruction mobilize global activism, Safa highlights how these protests are giving a platform to Palestinian voices long unheard in decisions over their homeland. She conveys a moral awakening and shifting narrative on Israel’s strikes against civilians.

As the UN calls for peace amid Gaza’s heavy bombardment, Faaiz sheds light on the calculations underlying Israel’s pattern of exploiting allies then defiantly dismissing their interests. He outlines a strategic playbook refined over decades: First zealously lobby diplomats, governments, and international bodies to back Zionist aspirations for protected settlement and an independent homeland.

In a Middle East Monitor piece, Faaiz dissects the complex considerations driving Western nations’ responses to the flare-up in violence between Israel and Hamas. He notes leaders face conflicting allegiances and incentives amid asymmetrical civilian deaths in Gaza versus security worries regarding Hamas.