To mark this milestone, we are bringing together some of Pakistan's leading voices from literature, filmmaking, photography, and digital storytelling to discuss how stories continue to shape our lives, communities, and the future.
Whether you're passionate about books, curious about filmmaking, interested in content creation, or simply looking for inspiration, this event offers a unique opportunity to hear from accomplished creatives who have transformed their passion into successful careers. The afternoon will conclude with a special live musical performance celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Hunza, honouring Pakistan's diverse artistic traditions.
Event Details
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: British Council Karachi Library
Age: 16 years old and above
Event Fee: Free of cost
Meet the Speakers
Kazi Akber
Kazi Akber is a content creator who went to school at the University of Toronto for professional writing and philosophy. The degree culminated into a book titled “Stories from Karachi,” available for purchase on Amazon in North America and Europe. Upon his return to Pakistan, he tried his hand at the marketing sector, before switching to content creation full time in 2020. His content undulates from stories of those he finds interesting to videos that hope to convince anybody who will listen, that they are themselves a story worth telling.
Maha Waseem
Organisational psychologist and social innovation practitioner with a Master's in Social Innovation from the University of Cambridge. Maha has worked with the British Council on programmes focusing on innovation, wellbeing, and community engagement, bringing a global perspective on storytelling and social change.
Taha Kehar
Award-winning novelist and literary critic, best known for No Funeral for Nazia and Typically Tanya. His work offers valuable insights into contemporary literature, publishing, and the art of storytelling. He has recently compiled his first collection of stories, Matchmaker and Other Stories, which will be released in late 2026.
Zainab Nasir
Founder of MadForFilms, filmmaker, visual storyteller, and creative producer. Her work explores how film and documentaries preserve culture, amplify diverse voices, and inspire meaningful conversations.
- Please bring your original CNIC/B-form/Passport with you on the day of the event. Entry will not be permitted without it.
- Note: Prior registration is mandatory. A confirmation email will be sent to successful registrants. Walk-ins will not be permitted. The registration deadline is 23 July 2026.
If you have any queries or concerns, please write to us at: librarykhi@britishcouncil.org.pk
Equality Policy:
We aim to create a safe environment, for adults and children who are potentially at risk for a variety of reasons, in which no child or adult will experience harm or exploitation during their contact with us. To find out more about our safeguarding policy visit: https://www.britishcouncil.org/.../policies/safeguarding