ISLAMABAD -UNS:A local Hotels, under its public diplomacy initiative Raabta, hosted a high-level panel discussion titled “Leading Beyond Performance: Wellbeing as the New Leadership Imperative,” bringing together leading experts, professionals, and thought leaders to examine the growing importance of wellbeing in modern leadership.
The session, curated and moderated by renowned journalist and media personality Sidra Iqbal, explored how organizations can build healthier, more inclusive workplaces while balancing performance, purpose, and people.
The discussion emphasized that effective leadership today extends beyond achieving business results and requires emotional intelligence, resilience, psychological safety, and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.
The distinguished panel featured Abida Malik, President of the Behbud Association, who stressed the importance of empathy, community engagement, and purpose-driven leadership in creating resilient institutions.
Dr. Mowadat Hussain Rana, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences, highlighted the vital role of mental health, psychological resilience, and emotional wellbeing in enhancing leadership effectiveness and organizational success.
Dr. Ammara Saad Hashmi, Founder of Pakistan’s first Wellness and Longevity Clinic, discussed preventive healthcare, holistic wellbeing, and the value of human-centered leadership in fostering high-performing workplaces.
Miral Shareef, Country Head of Yango Pakistan, shared insights on authentic leadership, inclusive workplace cultures, and the link between employee wellbeing, innovation, and sustainable growth.
