FOWS 2025

Unlocking the Future of Work Through Expert-Led Workshops

From mastering advanced research methodologies to gaining hands-on experience with powerful analytical tools, FOWS 2025 delivered an immersive learning experience led by renowned scholars and industry experts. Our diverse workshop lineup included:

🔹 Introduction to Structural Equation Modeling — Dr. Muhammad Imran Qureshi
🔹 Structural Topic Model: Literature Review & Qualitative Data Analysis — Dr. Muhammad Imran Qureshi
🔹 Publishing Research in High-Ranking Journals — Prof. Ozcan Saritas
🔹 Mastering Reference Management with EndNote — Dr. Hamad Raza

A day of insights, innovation, and skill-building that truly shaped tomorrow’s world, today.

FOWS 2025
Day 1 highlights
Keynote Speeches, Panel Discussions, interviews, Networking and Cultural Night

Panel Discussion: Policy, Finance, and Higher Education Transformation — FOWS2025

As part of FOWS2025, a distinguished panel convened to discuss “Policy, Finance, and Higher Education Transformation and Its Impact on the Future of Work and Society.” The session highlighted the critical role of innovative policies, sustainable financing models, and strategic reforms in shaping higher education institutions that are resilient, inclusive, and globally competitive.

Panelists explored how targeted investments, effective governance, and transformative educational practices can equip universities to respond to technological disruption, evolving workforce needs, and societal challenges. The discussion emphasized the importance of aligning financial strategies with human-centric educational models to drive sustainable growth and future-ready graduates.

Explore the highlights from this insightful session, which fostered meaningful dialogue between policymakers, academic leaders, and industry experts.

Panel Discussion: Leadership, Governance, and Global Competitiveness — FOWS2025

As part of FOWS2025, a distinguished panel of experts engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on “Leadership, Governance, and Global Competitiveness and Its Impact on the Future of Work and Society.” The session explored how effective leadership, sound governance, and strategic decision-making shape organizational performance, national competitiveness, and societal resilience in an increasingly complex and globalized world.

Panelists shared insights on emerging trends, best practices, and innovative strategies to align governance frameworks with technological disruption, human-centric policy, and workforce transformation. The discussion highlighted the vital role of visionary leadership in preparing societies and institutions to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future of work.

Explore the highlights from this engaging session, which fostered rich dialogue and knowledge-sharing among researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders.

Keynote Address by Prof. Dr. Syed Atta Ullah Shah — FOWS2025

Vice Chancellor, Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan

FOWS2025 was privileged to host Prof. Dr. Syed Atta Ullah Shah, Vice Chancellor of Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan, as a distinguished keynote speaker. His address thoughtfully aligned with the conference theme, “Shaping Tomorrow’s World: Human-Centric Approaches to the Evolving Landscape of Work and Society”, and the sub-themes on digital transformation, AI-driven innovation, education reform, and collaborative solutions for complex societal challenges.

Prof. Dr. Shah emphasized the pivotal role of higher education institutions in fostering innovation, societal resilience, and sustainable development. He highlighted strategies for enhancing interdisciplinary research, industry-academia collaboration, and the development of future-ready graduates. His insights provided valuable guidance to conference participants on navigating the evolving landscape of work and society.

Explore the highlights from this inspiring keynote session, which enriched the collaborative vision and intellectual discourse of FOWS2025.

Keynote Address by Prof. Dr. Jamil Ahmad — FOWS2025

Vice Chancellor, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan

FOWS2025 was honored to host Prof. Dr. Jamil Ahmad, Vice Chancellor of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, as a distinguished keynote speaker. In his address, Prof. Dr. Ahmad aligned his insights with the conference theme, “Shaping Tomorrow’s World: Human-Centric Approaches to the Evolving Landscape of Work and Society”, and its sub-themes on AI-driven innovation, policy frameworks, education transformation, and collaborative solutions.

He emphasized the critical role of universities in driving societal and technological change, fostering interdisciplinary research, and preparing future-ready graduates capable of addressing complex global challenges. His speech reinforced the importance of academia-industry collaboration, innovation-led policy, and sustainable development, offering participants valuable guidance to translate ideas into impactful solutions.

Explore the highlights from this insightful keynote session, which contributed significantly to the thought leadership and collaborative vision of FOWS2025.