By Our Correspondent
LAHORE: On Day Five of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025, founding partner English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM) once again took the center stage, continuing their unwavering support for the initiative from day one. True to their commitment to youth leadership and social cohesion, EBM reinforced the conference’s vision of fostering inclusivity, empathy, and responsible leadership among Pakistan’s young leaders.
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Adding to the excitement of the day, Umair Jaliawala was celebrated as the Day Champ for Day Five, inspiring participants with his insights and engagement, while Shireen Naqvi, Shehroze Hussain and his students, Kainat Ansari, and Saif Samejo made the day even more memorable with their knowledge, experience, and captivating performance.
Aligned with the theme “Manifesting Harmony in Diversity,” the day invited participants to explore how art, language, values, and cultural expression can bridge differences and strengthen societies. Through thought-provoking sessions on pluralism, cultural perception, and societal values, participants reflected on diversity not as a challenge, but as a source of collective strength.
A profoundly moving segment, co-designed with EBM, Stories That Click, offered participants from across Pakistan a platform to share powerful stories of strength and resilience. Through these stories, participants reflected on personal growth, shifted perspectives, and deepened their understanding of self and society. The session resonated with honesty and courage, serving as a poignant reminder that real change begins with the bravery to speak one’s truth.
EBM’s continued patronage with YLC underscores the organization’s long-standing belief in nurturing responsible, empathetic, and values-driven leadership among Pakistan’s youth. As the founding partner, EBM has been instrumental in empowering young voices that champion unity, respect, and social harmony.
The day concluded with immersive cultural performances, music, and theatre, celebrating creativity as a universal language that brings people together beyond boundaries—echoing EBM’s vision of a more inclusive and compassionate future.
