34th ICHC 2026 | Haniya Fatemah | Sacred Heart Convent School | Lahore | HFP | 2nd Session

Building on the academic foundation of the earlier proceedings, the second session of the 34th International Children’s Health Conference (ICHC 2026) continued the spirit of dialogue, youth engagement, and global health awareness. The session was moderated by Ms. Musfira Miraj (Hamdard Public School), who ensured a dynamic and engaging environment for young speakers and participants.
Speeches by Child Delegates
A central highlight of the session was the participation of young delegates representing a diverse range of national and international institutions. Each speaker demonstrated confidence, awareness, and a thoughtful understanding of global health challenges.
The participating delegates included:
• Syeda Fatima Zehra (Mama Parsi School)
• Maryam Binti Abdul Hafeez (King George V Secondary School, Malaysia)
• Haniya Fatemah (Sacred Heart Convent School) Lahore
• Zainab Siddiqui (The City School, Bait-ul-Mukarram Chapter)
• Zoya Maqsood Multani (Vanita Vishram School of Science and Technology, India)
• Daud Stephen (Pak Land Public School, Rawalpindi/Islamabad)
• Shayan Hussain (Milton District High School, Canada)
• Tauseef Ahmed (Ida Rieu School & College, Karachi)
• Fareeha Baber (M. Hayat Baloch SOS Children’s Village School, Quetta)
• Arfa Noor (LDA Model School, Lahore)
• Iqra Sardar (SOS Children’s Village School, Quetta)
• Syed Muhammad Naqi Zaidi (Warsak Model School, Peshawar)
• Fatima Khawar (City Education School System, Rawalpindi/Islamabad)
• Yusra Asif (Hamdard Village School, Karachi)
• Syeda Ifra Hussain (Frontier Model School, Peshawar)
• Aleen Siddiqui (Habib Girls’ School, Karachi)
• Amna Siddiqui (Hamdard Public School, Karachi)
• Syeda Hurain Arsalan (St. Joseph’s Convent School, Karachi)
Key Points – Science, Healthcare & One Health Approach
• Celebrates World Health Day in Pakistan and globally under the theme “Together for Health. Stand with Science.”
• Defines healthcare as more than hospital treatment — a complete system of science, research, ethics, and care.
• Highlights that scientists and doctors play equal roles in saving lives in Pakistan and worldwide.
• Emphasizes evidence-based science driven by research and clinical trials at both national and global levels.
• Shows scientific progress from DNA discovery to gene-based treatments for diseases.
• Explains the shift in medicine from treating symptoms to curing root causes.
• Highlights COVID-19 as a global example of success through rapid vaccine development and scientific innovation.
• Reinforces science as “facts over fear” in Pakistan and across the world.
• Stresses the importance of ethics in scientific advancement and research safety at the global level.
• Warns against misuse of science, including unregulated experiments and biohacking risks.
• Calls for responsible governance and protection of human life in science globally.
• Defines healthcare as a team effort involving researchers, healthcare workers, and public trust worldwide.
• Promotes balance between:
• Scientific progress
• Ethical responsibility
• Human safety
• Introduces the One Health approach:
• Human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected globally
• Cannot be treated separately
• Requires multisectoral collaboration at national and international levels
• Highlights that environmental protection directly supports human health in Pakistan and worldwide.
• Emphasizes that community actions contribute to global health outcomes.
• Encourages practical application of One Health in education, policy, and communities globally.
The session was further enriched by motivational speaker and Teaching Fellow at Teach for Pakistan, Mr. Faizan Aslam Soofi, who added an inspiring dimension by encouraging students to pursue knowledge with passion, remain resilient in challenges, and develop a strong sense of purpose in contributing to society.
The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Khalid Naseem, Administrator, Hamdard Public School & Hamdard Village School, followed by the Dua-i-Saad, marking a respectful and meaningful close to the proceedings.
At the conclusion of the second session, shields and certificates were distributed among the young delegates by Ms. Sadia Rashid and Dr. Mukhtiar Hussain Bhayo, recognising their outstanding participation, confidence, and contributions.
This session served as a platform for youth expression and global dialogue, reflecting the Conference’s commitment to empowering young voices alongside scientific learning. It highlighted the importance of nurturing informed, confident, and socially responsible individuals prepared to contribute to global health challenges, carrying forward the message: “Together for Health. Stand with Science.”

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