About Us
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ThinkFest provides you with an opportunity to engage with leading scholars.
The Afkar-e-Taza ThinkFest is inspired by the thought of Pakistan’s poet laureate, Sir Muhammad Iqbal, where he exclaimed in his poem Takhliq (Creation) that ‘New worlds derive their pomp from thoughts quite fresh and new/From stones and bricks a world was neither built nor grew.’ In order to create these ‘newer worlds,’ the ThinkFest aims to achieve three objectives: First is the creation of newer spaces, realms, and opportunities for the flourishing of new thoughts and ideas, so that Pakistan can develop as a forward-looking and progressive country. Secondly, the Afkar-e-Taza ThinkFest aims to bridge the gap between academia and society by becoming an interface between them.
Our Story
Afkar-e-Taza ThinkFest is more than just a festival; it’s a movement. Born from the desire to create a space for intellectual exchange and creative dialogue, our mission is to bring together thinkers, innovators, and change-makers. Learn about our journey, our goals, and how we’re shaping the future of thought leadership.
Our Speakers
ThinkFest stands apart from other literary festivals by focusing exclusively on non-fiction, creating Pakistan’s premier platform for world-class academics, thinkers, and opinion-makers to engage with the public.
Multilingual
ThinkFest embraces multilingual expression, with sessions ranging from Punjabi and Urdu to English and beyond—breaking barriers and making dialogue accessible to all.
Speaker’s Corner
Modelled after London’s Hyde Park, ThinkFest’s ‘Speakers Corner’ offers attendees a safe, open space to voice ideas encouraging spontaneous dialogue, critical debate, and new avenues of learning.
No Barriers
Unlike other festivals with exclusive lounges or paid delegate passes, ThinkFest has no barriers—no VIP zones, no special access. Speakers and audiences sit, eat, and mingle together, creating an open, democratic space for ideas.
Policy
ThinkFest stands apart as the only festival in Pakistan that consistently brings policy to the public stage—hosting high-level discussions on governance, economy, law, and reform with decision-makers, experts, and citizens together in one space.
Diversity
ThinkFest welcomes everyone—from students of universities, colleges, schools, and even madaris to professionals and the public—making it a true meeting place for diverse people, perspectives, and ideas beyond the elite.
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