Raja Ali hassnain
Student Bahauddin Zakariya University - BZU
Raja Ali Hassnain is a 7th-semester student of BS Defense & Diplomatic Studies at Bahauddin Zakariya University, he is a passionate peace-builder and youth leader committed to countering violent extremism and empowering marginalized communities. He serves as President of the Zikriyan Peace & Counter Violent Extremism Society, President of the Reader's Club BZU, and Event Director of the Media Club. He is a recipient of the Roll of Honor, the highest possible student award for extracurricular activities in Pakistan. He has completed an internship with ISPR as Team Leader, received certification from Punjab Police, and volunteered extensively in flood relief, traffic management, and community policing. He is also a recipient of the Honhar Scholarship, the Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme 2026, and the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. He has completed virtual courses from Yale University, Leiden University (International Humanitarian Law), the University of London (Global Diplomacy), Erasmus University (International Security Management), and California State University. He has also completed a 3-Day Leadership and Conflict Resolution Training at BZU Multan. Fluent in Saraiki, Punjabi, Urdu, and English, Ali Hassnain dreams of joining Pakistan's Foreign Office and establishing the Multan Youth Peace Academy. He lives by the belief that education is not an escape from his roots, but a bridge back to serve them.