Islamabad, January 29 — A thought-provoking career counseling session was conducted at Islamabad Model College for Girls F-7/4 under the Government of Pakistan’s Career Counseling Program, implemented by Eduvision in collaboration with the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training and the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE).
The session revolved around a simple yet powerful question: “Everyone tells you what to become—but has anyone asked what you want to become?” This central theme set the tone for an interactive and reflective engagement with students.
The college principal, Dr. Sadia Aziz (PhD Psychology), was acknowledged for her strong academic background and exceptional administrative leadership. The discipline, learning environment, cleanliness, and visible confidence of the students reflected the high standards maintained by the institution.
The session stood out for its active student participation. Students demonstrated remarkable interest, asked thoughtful questions, and engaged in open dialogue. Several students came on stage to share their aspirations and articulate their vision for the future. One particularly moving moment occurred when a student expressed her dream with clarity and conviction—highlighting that young learners seek guidance, not pressure.
The counseling approach emphasized listening to students, providing them with space to express themselves, and enabling them to make informed decisions rather than choices driven by external pressure. The objective was not merely to deliver a lecture but to initiate meaningful reflection about career direction and long-term goals.
Post-session feedback from students was highly encouraging. Many shared that while they were previously confused about their career paths, they now better understood their confusion and felt more empowered to address it. Several students wrote that for the first time, they realized that choosing a career is their right—not merely a decision imposed by others. Others admitted that they had been making decisions under pressure before attending the session.
Students described the seminar as informative and interactive, appreciating the opportunity to ask questions and speak openly. Many noted that coming on stage boosted their confidence and allowed them to think seriously about their dreams. A recurring reflection among participants was that education alone is not enough—direction is equally essential.
A number of students expressed the desire for such sessions to be conducted regularly, suggested that parents should also receive counseling, and recommended establishing a continuous guidance system within the college.
Perhaps the most meaningful feedback came in a sentence repeated in different forms by several students:
“This seminar helped me to choose and understand my career.”
Moments like these demonstrate how a single session, when delivered with sincerity and purpose, can become a turning point in a student’s life.
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