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 decisively shape the nation’s stability, security, and development. Radicalization, while not always violent, often manifests as intolerance, sectarian polarization, … Read more
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 concerned about the state of society and the efficacy of its governing institutions. The study engaged 60 participants through … Read more
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, inclusivity, and social cohesion in Pakistan. The study, undertaken in January-February 2025, combined quantitative survey data from 134 respondents from 196 participants … Read more
This report is based on a comprehensive engagement with students and youth from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It draws on two two-day workshop-cum-dialogues, alongside extensive semi-structured surveys and interviews with participants. The purpose was to map and analyze young people’s perspectives on peace, harmony, and diversity, particularly their implications for minority communities and broader social cohesion. The … Read more
This survey study was conducted to assess general perceptions and social constructs regarding tolerance and inclusivity in society. It focused on critical issues associated with social structures, particularly concerning minorities and underrepresented groups. The findings provide insights into the attitudes of different demographics, especially youth from diverse backgrounds such as educators, students, human rights activists, … Read more
By Safdar Sial The militant landscape in Pakistan has become increasingly diverse, with religiously motivated, nationalist insurgent, and sectarian groups gaining momentum. This shift has been particularly noticeable since the rise of the Taliban in neighbouring Afghanistan. At a time when a major shift is happening in the militant landscape of the country and a … Read more
Sectarianism, which is eating into the vitals of Pakistani state and society, needs to be eradicated. That is imperative not only to achieve social harmony but also to achieve security and stability, which will help in attracting foreign investment in the country. While differences among people may continue to persist, the way forward is linked … Read more
Pak Institute for Peace Studies implemented a range of activities in the year 2018, mainly in the following six major thematic areas: Counter-Violent Extremism (CVE) Education Social harmony and religious tolerance Conflict, peace and security Regional security and strategic studies Dialogue These implemented activities, which are elaborated in the following pages, oriented around research and … Read more