Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications and Workshops
Interests & Hobbies
Research Areas
Research Projects
Languages
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Ayesha Haider

Islamabad

Summary

Dedicated Strategic Studies student at National Defence University (CGPA 3.74), passionate about democratic governance, policy advocacy, public sector development, and youth empowerment. Experienced in fundraising, debate, research writing, and community outreach, with a strong drive to contribute to Pakistan’s national development and public policy transformation through evidence-based initiatives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Fundraising Team

Hum Kadam Foundation
02.2024 - Current
  • Led a team of 40+ students in fundraising, outreach, and educational initiatives.
  • Raised PKR 500,000+, transforming a jute mat school in Kamalia into a formal school for 50+ students.
  • Spearheaded iftar drives and NGO collaborations, benefiting multiple families and communities.

President

Strategic Studies Sports Society, NDU
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed operations for 300+ students, organizing inter-department sports events and wellbeing activities.
  • Promoted teamwork and community engagement across five departments.

Organizer & Multi-Sport Athlete

Sports Society NDU
09.2023 - Current
  • Promoted team culture through sporting events.
  • Managed and coordinated 300+ students and organized basketball as well as dodge the ball matches.
  • Won the sprint race, cricket match, and secured second place in basketball.
  • Awarded certificates by Shahid Afridi and contributed to a series of memorable athletic achievements.

Debater & Public Speaker

National Defence University
09.2022 - Current
  • 1st Position – Urdu Debate, ICT Regional Round, PUDC 2025, competing against 31 universities.
  • Delivered high-impact speeches on social and religious themes, receiving official departmental recognition.

Content Writer (Freelance)

Fiverr & Upwork
10.2022 - 12.2024
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful presentations under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach for international students.
  • Completed thorough research into 50+ assigned topics, specialized in political science, strategic studies, defense analysis, and management sciences.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.

Campus Ambassador

The Buraaq Association
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Served as the official representative of Team Buraaq at campus, actively promoting and facilitating community development initiatives.
  • Successfully completed 75 hours of community service focusing on Youth & Women Empowerment, Climate Action, and other social impact activities.
  • Received a Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding contribution and leadership.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies

National Defence University
Islambad
06-2026

Skills

  • Public Speaking & Debating (English & Urdu)
  • Leadership & Team Coordination
  • Policy Advocacy & Youth Empowerment
  • Strategic Communication & Community Outreach
  • Research & Analytical Writing
  • Conflict Resolution & Critical Thinking
  • MS PowerPoint (Advanced), Canva, Google Sheets, Excel, SQL Basics
  • Time Management & Event Organization

Certifications and Workshops

  • International Conference on Ethnic Conflicts and Geopolitical Challenges: Navigating Violent Conflicts and Global Security Dynamics — National Defence University (NDU)
  • How to Write a Research Paper – HEC Pakistan
  • 5th National Research Workshop & 2nd Executive Leadership Symposium (ELS) - National Defence University (NDU)
  • International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice – Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum
  • Data, Data Everywhere – Google (Coursera)
  • Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions – Google (Coursera)
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint (With Honors) – Microsoft
  • Canva for Work & Marketing with Canva – Canva
  • Certificate of Appreciation — Campus Ambassador, Team Buraaq (TBA)
  • Participated in International Relations Summer School 2024 – National Defence University (NDU)
  • Participated in Pakistan's First International Expo On Disaster Risk Reduction-2024 (PIEDRR-2024) - National Disaster Management Authority
  • Participate in PBS Data Fest 2024 - Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS)
  • One-Day Workshop on Research Methodology – National Defence University (NDU)
  • Certificate of Appreciation at the Mehfil-e-Naat & Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) Celebration – NDU
  • Certificate of Affiliation as an Alumna – Bahria Foundation College, Jhelum Campus

Interests & Hobbies

  • Policy Advocacy and Diplomacy
  • Strategic Communications
  • Sprinting, Basketball, and Badminton
  • Debating (English & Urdu)
  • Graphic Design and Presentations (MS PowerPoint, Canva)
  • Volunteering for Humanitarian Causes
  • Reading about International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Learning new skills via online certifications

Research Areas

  • Equity, Ethics, and Youth Empowerment
  • Traditional and Non-Traditional Security Studies
  • Climate Security and Environmental Politics
  • Strategic Culture of South Asia
  • International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
  • Geopolitics and Global Strategic Competition
  • Nuclear Strategy and Arms Control
  • Psychological Operations and Information Warfare

Research Projects

  • From Trigger-Pullers to Spectators: The Erosion of Soldier Accountability in Urban Warfare Through Autonomous Weapons under International Humanitarian Law
  • Portrayal of Military Operations: A Comparative Analysis of Media Coverage in Pakistan and India During Operation Sindoor and Operation Bunyan al-Marsoos
  • Pakistan’s Endless Cycle of IMF Dependency: A Political Economy Perspective (2019–2024)
  • AI and disinformation in Russia Ukraine War
  • Pakistan’s National Climate Change Policy and Its Implications for National Security
  • Climate-Induced Migration and Extremism in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Nexus
  • The Psychological, Ethical, and Legal Implications of Autonomous Warfare: A Case Study of Slaughterbots and impact on Arms Control and Disarmament Initiatives

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Urdu
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

President

Strategic Studies Sports Society, NDU
09.2024 - Current

Head of Fundraising Team

Hum Kadam Foundation
02.2024 - Current

Campus Ambassador

The Buraaq Association
01.2024 - 06.2024

Organizer & Multi-Sport Athlete

Sports Society NDU
09.2023 - Current

Content Writer (Freelance)

Fiverr & Upwork
10.2022 - 12.2024

Debater & Public Speaker

National Defence University
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies

National Defence University

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