KARACHI: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Sindh Regional Standing Committee on General Health & Safety Measures and Mental Health & Development, in collaboration with the non-profit organization Children of Adam (COA), is organizing a Public Awareness Program on “Mental Health Issues” on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the Tariq Sayeed Auditorium, FPCCI Head Office, Karachi, with simultaneous online participation via Zoom.
The seminar aims to highlight the rising burden of mental health challenges in Pakistan, including depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention, while providing expert insights and practical solutions for awareness and early intervention.
Program Highlights:
The session will open with Dr. Muhammad Akram Sultan, Convener FPCCI Sindh Regional Standing Committee, followed by a welcome address from Dr. Mohammad Toufique, Director Projects COA. Senior FPCCI leadership including Mr. Saquib Fayyaz Magoon (Senior Vice President) and Mr. Abdul Mohamin Khan (Vice President & Regional Chairman Sindh) will also address the gathering.
An introduction and video presentation will be delivered by Mr. Shahzad Sadan, CEO of COA, followed by remarks from Mufti Mohammad Farhan, Founder Trustee COA. Dr. Fizza Yasmeen, Convener FPCCI Sindh Regional Standing Committee on Mental Health & Development, will give a keynote address.
Expert presentations will cover pressing mental health topics:
- “Mind Matters: Let’s Talk Mental Health” by Dr. Col Mahammad Umer
- “Causes & Prevention of Rising Trends of Suicide” by Dr. Ajmal Mughal
- “Intake Pattern of Mental Health” by Dr. Obaid Ali, Lead DRAP, SOS Office
- The event will conclude with a vote of thanks by Mr. Shariq Ahmed, GM Operations, COA, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A session.
Significance
Pakistan faces an alarming increase in mental health problems, with millions silently suffering due to stigma, lack of awareness, and limited resources. Programs like these, bringing together business leaders, healthcare professionals, and civil society, are crucial for mainstreaming mental health discussions and encouraging preventive action.
