Rizwan Anwar is Special Representative to the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) and Chairman and founder of Youth Revolution Clan. This page collects published news coverage of his work, with a link to every original source.
Latest coverage
Building bridges, creating opportunities: PMYP youth engagement in UK
The Pakistan High Commission in London held a youth session on the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, where Rizwan Anwar briefed participants on PMYP initiatives and opportunities for young Pakistanis.
In the news
Youth engagement vital for stronger international connectivity: PMYM’s coordinator
Speaking at a Lahore reception for the SEE Pakistan youth exchange delegation, Rizwan Anwar said international youth exchanges help build global ties and partnerships.
PMYP Showcases Pakistan’s Youth vision at OIC Youth Capital 2025
At the OIC Youth Capital 2025 gathering in Marrakesh, Rizwan Anwar presented the government’s youth development vision and highlighted the Digital Youth Hub.
Read at The Diplomatic Insight | Read the full story on this site
Green economy: Pakistan PM’s Youth Programme chief explains criticality
Report on a Prime Minister’s Youth Programme ceremony in Lahore, where Rizwan Anwar and Maha Jamil, both Special Representatives to the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, also spoke.
PM’s Youth Program focusing on social engagement, transformation: Rizwan Anwar
In an interview with Radio Pakistan, Rizwan Anwar described the programme’s focus on jobs, learning, the environment and community involvement.
Commonwealth Hosts Pakistan’s Youth Delegation to Drive Global Impact through Sustainable Development
The Commonwealth Secretariat hosted a delegation from the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme at Marlborough House in London. Rizwan Anwar addressed the challenges and opportunities of the Sustainable Development Goals, stressing the role of youth in climate change, gender equality and inclusive economic growth.
Pak Youth Delegation participates in UN Annual Summit in Geneva
Rizwan Anwar led a three-member Youth Revolution Clan delegation to the UN Annual Youth Summit in Geneva, where the delegation presented projects aimed at building skills among Pakistani youth.
Read at Academia Magazine | Read the full story on this site
‘Cultural Diversity can bring peace to the world’ – Rizwan Anwar Virk
A profile of Rizwan Anwar Virk and the work of Youth Revolution Clan, which invites speakers from other countries to Pakistan to share their cultures.
More news coverage
- UrduPoint (APP) | 19 August 2026Youth Engagement Vital For Stronger International Connectivity: PMYM’s Coordinator
UrduPoint’s republication of the APP report on the SEE Pakistan youth exchange reception in Lahore.
- Pakistan Today | 3 July 2026Pakistan champions youth diplomacy at CICA Youth Council Meeting at Baku
Pakistan’s delegation to the 9th CICA Youth Council in Baku was led by Rizwan Anwar, who spoke on education, digital skills, leadership platforms and regional youth exchanges. Read the full story on this site.
- The Destination | 9 May 2026Rizwan Anwar urges youth toward technology and national progress
Keynote guest at a Prime Minister’s Youth Programme seminar in Lahore, Rizwan Anwar urged young people to build digital skills and entrepreneurship. Read the full story on this site.
- Islamabad Mail | 25 August 2025PMYP Empowers Women Leaders with PAGE Foundation Partnership
Report on the “Take the Lead” initiative offering leadership, digital marketing, entrepreneurship and career training to 10,000 women across Pakistan; Rizwan Anwar Virk is named in the report.
- Pakistan Today | 7 May 2025India’s unprovoked attack as assault on Pakistan’s sovereignty: PM’s Youth Representative
Pakistan Today’s report of a statement by Rizwan Anwar, Special Representative to the Prime Minister Youth Programme, on the overnight strike.
- Business Insider Pakistan | 25 January 2025PM’s Youth Program focusing on social engagement, transformation: Rizwan Anwar
Coverage of the Radio Pakistan interview on the programme’s focus on employment, education, environment and engagement.
- The News International | 3 May 2022Pak youths team participates in HR Committee session
A Pakistani youth delegation led by Rizwan Anwar took part in a Human Rights Committee session in Geneva, where he spoke on human rights and artificial intelligence.
- Dawn | 17 March 2020Women’s day celebrated at Kinnaird
Report on an International Women’s Day panel discussion at Kinnaird in Lahore that names Rizwan Anwar.
- Dawn | 10 October 2019Kinnaird’s delegates represent Pakistan at UN forum
Kinnaird College students represented Pakistan at a UN human rights forum in Geneva; the report names Rizwan Anwar.
University and institutional links
- University of Engineering and Technology Lahore | 23 February 2026Ahsan Iqbal Visits UET Lahore, Distributes 769 Laptops Among Students
Prime Minister’s Laptop Distribution Ceremony at UET Lahore, where Rizwan Anwar attended and spoke about the scheme’s value for students.
- Lahore College for Women University | 11 September 2025Awareness Session about Prime Minister’s Digital Youth Hub Initiative
Awareness session on the Digital Youth Hub, with the Special Representatives of the Prime Minister Youth Program, including Rizwan Anwar, among the speakers.
- University of Home Economics Lahore | September 2025UHE Collaborates with Centre for Digital Literacy and Business Management
The University’s Vice-Chancellor and the Centre’s Executive Director, Rizwan Anwar Virk, signed a memorandum of understanding.
- University of Home Economics Lahore | 2025University of Home Economics strengthens global partnerships in Culinary & Skills development
A World Chefs Association delegation from Australia visited the University to discuss culinary education and skills partnerships; Rizwan Anwar is named in the report.
- Superior University | 14 August 2025Superior University’s Alumnus Receives Pakistan Youth Excellence Award
Superior University reports that its alumnus Rizwan Anwar received the Pakistan Youth Excellence Award, presented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Read the full story on this site.
Video
Youth for change: driving the UN SDGs Agenda in Pakistan – Rizwan Anwar (Pakistan)
A 9-minute session recording from WASD’s 22nd Sustainability International Conference in Geneva (July 2024), on youth engagement in the 2030 Agenda.
Superior University news pages
- Superior UniversitySuperior University: Awards and Recognitions
The university’s awards and recognitions section, which includes its report on the Pakistan Youth Excellence Award.
- Superior UniversitySuperior University: News and Updates
The university’s news homepage.
- Superior UniversitySuperior University: News archive, page 4
An archive page of the university’s news and updates.
Official posts and profiles
PMYP post: Rizwan Anwar presents at OIC Youth Capital 2025, Marrakesh
The official PMYP account on X shared that Rizwan Anwar represented Pakistan and delivered a presentation at OIC Youth Capital 2025 in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Rizwan Anwar – PIPA 2025 alumni profile
Alumni profile listing Rizwan Anwar as a representative for the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme in Islamabad.
Rizwan Anwar (Special Representative Prime Minister Youth Programme) Pakistan
Professional profile covering his roles, awards and United Nations involvement.
Press and media enquiries
For interviews or press enquiries, use the contact section on the homepage, or follow Rizwan Anwar on LinkedIn, Instagram and X (@reexwaan). More updates are on the blog.