Joseph Laldin

Chanan Development Association, since 2004, helping dozens of young people across the country to restore meaning to life through theater. Born out of collaboration between Christians and Muslims, the association also provides educational programs to help the most disadvantaged.

It is the story of Asif Shafique, a 27 year old civil engineer, who recently participated in a vocational animation day for the Order. His father, a doctor, often visited the institute to check the health of men. In everyday life, the desire was born in the young man to dedicate his life to others, in prayer and spirituality.

The director of a Christian organisation organises seminar that brought together some 40 leading Christians, Muslims and Hindus. Grateful for the opportunity to take part in the event, one Muslim scholar acknowledges that Pakistani Christians "love the country" and play an important role in "education and health care." Another Muslim leader says he found inspiration in the teachings and practices of Jesus.

This is what Sobia John is asking for, a young activist involved in the defense of children. The government and civil society are responsible for the suffering of children. The succession of governments over the years, she claims, have promoted no initiatives aimed at children. Guarantee the rights of children to form "good citizens" of tomorrow.

AsiaNews tells the story of two Muslim brothers, who are at school with their books in the morning, and sells toys and trinkets in the afternoon. Both the government and politicians are criticised for showing little interest in street kids' welfare. Despite their hardships, the boys are studying and building a better future.