Superior University and Kinnaird College for Women University (KCWU) successfully organised a two-
day conference on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from October 12th to
October 13th, 2023. The theme for this year’s conference was ‘Empower, Engage, Evolve: A
Collective Pledge to Sustainability.’
The conference commenced with an engaging opening ceremony, setting the tone for insightful
discussions on sustainable development. Renowned speakers from diverse backgrounds shared their
perspectives on achieving the SDGs.
On the second day of the conference, a Panel Talk on ‘Fostering Interfaith Harmony: A Catalyst for
Peace and Progress’ was held in which Mr. Syed Ali Mohsin Naqvi, the Director of Chaudhry Abdul
Khaliq Center for Contemporary Islamic Sciences (CAKCCIS), served as the moderator,
guiding the discussion with expertise.
The panel comprised distinguished speakers who contributed valuable insights:
Dr. Kalyan Singh Kalyan
Maulana Syed Absar Ali Naqvi
Fr. James Channan
Pandit Bhagat Lal Swami
Each speaker brought a unique perspective to the table, emphasizing the importance of interfaith
harmony in fostering peace and progress. Attendees had the opportunity to engage in a meaningful
dialogue with the panellists, exploring collaborative approaches to address challenges and promote
sustainable development.
The conference proved to be a platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaboration, and making a
collective pledge to sustainability. Participants left with a deeper understanding of the significance of
interfaith harmony in achieving the SDGs and a renewed commitment to contributing to a more
sustainable future. Superior University and KCWU expressed gratitude to all participants, speakers,
and collaborators for their active involvement, making the conference
