WAJIHA SHAHID
Assistant Professor
KARACHI EAST
Summary
Assistant Professor (Community Services) teaching 3–4 course sections per academic term and coordinating Civic & Community Engagement (CCE) activities for over 1,300 students in Social Work and field practice across university and visiting-faculty settings, supervising 41+ students and leading 9+ community sessions per month. Aligns classroom instruction with community-based learning and student supervision, drawing on work in social work departments and community development settings. Connects academic content to practice-based service delivery, field coordination, and student mentoring.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor (Community Services)
FAST-NUCES
01.2025 - Current
- Humanities and Sciences Department, FAST-NUCES. Karachi.
Field Advisor – Community Development
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP)
02.2021 - Current
- Ida Rieu School for the Blind & Deaf, HANDS Karachi, Babar Psychiatric Hospital
- Engaged with stakeholders, including NGOs and government agencies, to foster partnerships for advocacy efforts.
- Led workshops and seminars to educate the public on human rights laws and protections available.
- Evaluated field data to identify trends, optimize performance metrics, and inform decision-making processes.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges faced during field operations, minimizing delays and disruptions.
- Boosted team productivity, fostering a collaborative work environment and open communication channels.
Visiting Faculty
Bahria University
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Bahria University, Karachi
Teaching Associate
University of Karachi
02.2019 - 12.2024
- Department of Social Work, University of Karachi
- Collaborated with faculty to design innovative educational programs and initiatives.
- Conducted research projects, contributing to departmental knowledge and enhancing course content relevance.
- Organized workshops and seminars to promote professional development among peers and students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching skills.
- Conducted assessments to track student progress, adjusting instruction as needed to address areas of weakness.
- Evaluated curriculum materials to ensure they met district standards while also engaging students in meaningful learning experiences.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to make content more relevant and meaningful for students.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt respected and supported in their learning journey.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students, helping them improve their academic skills and achieve better grades.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
Education
Ph.D - Social Work
University of Karachi
01-2022
M.A - Social Work
University of Karachi
01-2008
B.A (Hons) - Social Work
University of Karachi
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan01-2007
Skills
Classroom instruction
Lesson planning
Curriculum development
Student assessment
Academic advising
Community outreach
Program coordination
Needs assessment
Qualitative research
Report writing
Outcome-based education
Syllabus design
Program evaluation
Research ethics compliance
Statistical analysis
List of Published Articles
- 1. An article has been published by Pakistan journal of applied social sciences. Vol. 11 (2), 2020. DOI: https://doi.org/10.46568/pjass.v11i2.497 “Media Exposure Among The Children Of Working And Non-Working Mothers In Pakistani Urban Society.”
- 2. An article has been published by PJIA ( Pakistan journal of International Affairs) https://doi.org/10.52337/pjia.v4i4.321 (Published 2021-12-10) An Analytical View Of The Psychological Impact Of Using Social Media On The Youth Of Karachi.
- 3. An article has been published by PJIA ( Pakistan journal of International Affairs) Vol.5 No.2(2022) “Prevention Of Local Epidemics Public Health Advocacy: Useful Tool For Social Workers”
- 4. An article has been published by Pakistan Journal of International Affairs. Vol. 5 No. 3 “The Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic on Personal and Professional Life of Karachi University Teacher”
- 5. An article has been published by Journal of Educational Research Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023) DOI: https://doi.org/10.52337/pjer.v6i1. published: 2023-03-25 “To Study The Impacts Of Classroom Management On Students’ Motivation in the University Of Karachi.”
- 6. Paper Publication in 2nd international conference on CPEC: joining hands for sustainable development (ICCJAT) entitled “Impact of Media Exposure Among School Going Children And Role Of School Social Worker In Schools.”
- 7. An article has been published in Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Law, Social and Management Sciences. Published: Mar 11, 2024 entitled “The Digital Revolution: Implications Gender Equality and Women’s Rights”.
- 8. An article has been published by Journal of Research in Social Development and Sustainability. Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023). Published 31-12-2023 entitled “Disaster Management: A Shared Responsibility With Special Reference To Pakistan (A Sociological Situation Analysis).” https://journals.csrpublisher.com/index.php/JRSDS/article/view/83
- 9. An article has been published by Journal of Law, Social and Management Sciences Vol. 2 (2023). Entitled “Social Issues And Public Policy : Concepts, Approaches And Challenges”.
- 10. An article has been published by Journal of Law, Social and Management Sciences Vol. 2 (2023). Entitled “Policy Processes” Issues, Agenda Setting, Formulation And Implementation”.
- 11. An article has been published by Journal of Law, Social and Management Sciences Vol. 3 No.1 (2024). Published: March11, 2024. Entitled “A Detailed Study on the Role of NGOs Working for the Education of Underprivileged Children”.
- 12. An article has been published by Voyage Journal of Educational Studies, Vol. 5 No.2 (2025). Entitled “Barriers to Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse: An Educational and Social Perspective Among Youth in Pakistan”.
- 13. An article has been published by Academia International Journal for Social Sciences, Vol. 4 No.3 (2025). Entitled “Exploring Prisoners' Perspectives on Mental Health Services and Staff Behavior in Pakistani Prisons: A Qualitative Study”.
- 14. An article has been published by Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, Vol 13, No 6 (2022). DOI: 10.7176/JESD/13-6-10 Impact of Socio-Psychological Issues among University Students during Lockdown in Karachi, Pakistan.
- 15. An article has been published by Research on Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol 13, No 10 (2023) DOI: 10.7176/RHSS/13-10-04 The Need and Importance of Field Work Practice in Field Settings for Social Workers.
- 16. An article has been published by Journal of Education and Practice, Vol.14, No.25, 2023 ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) An Evaluation Study on the Role of CDSS Infaq Foundation on Girl’s Education and Women Empowerment
Trainings, Workshops and Seminars
- Workshop attended on NGO Management held on 23-3-2024 at the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Attended one-day International seminar on Role of NGOs in professional social work practice held on 25-10-2023, in the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi
- Participated in the seminar “Exploring climate change in Pakistan Unraveling Issues Confronting Challenges and Paving the way forward Through our Professional Social Work Lens”, held on 18-01-2024, at the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Participated in the training Workshop on “Social Entrepreneurship an Idea Can Change Lives” in the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi on 27-02-2024
- Attended One Day work shop on presentation skills Organized by Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Organized Three Days Multimedia Workshop with the collaboration of Karachi media club at the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Organized Two Days First Aid Training Held on 18th and 19th May, 2023 at the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Participated in the seminar “Journey of Peace” Held at University of Karachi
- Conducted a workshop “The Theories of Personality Development in the Perspective of Social Work Education” in the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Participated and facilitated in the First Aid Training Held on 2022, at the Department Of Social Work, University Of Karachi.
- Facilitated in the International Conference on “Social work and Sustainable Development in Pakistan”, held on 9-11-2022 Arts auditorium, University of Karachi.
- Participated in a Workshop “Need an importance of School Social Work held in Social action lab Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Organized a dialogue “Interfaith Harmony in Pakistan” on 8-12-22 in the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Participated in Training Workshop “Creating Network of Faculty Peace Builders in Universities” held on January 14th and 15th January, 2021 at Beach Luxury Hotel, Karachi, Pakistan.
- Participate it a Workshop “Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship” By Shell Tameer, held in the Department of Social Work, University of Karachi.
- Organized a seminar on “Population growth in Pakistan Perspective Challenges and issues of family planning” held on 21-10-2015, in the Department Of Social Work, University Of Karachi.
- Presented paper in second International Conference On “Post Covid Impact on Youth Health of Millennial’s Physical Social and Educational challenges” held on 10-03-2023 in University of Karachi.
Timeline
Assistant Professor (Community Services)
FAST-NUCES
01.2025 - Current
Visiting Faculty
Bahria University
02.2023 - 12.2024
Field Advisor – Community Development
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP)
02.2021 - Current
Teaching Associate
University of Karachi
02.2019 - 12.2024
Ph.D - Social Work
University of Karachi
M.A - Social Work
University of Karachi
B.A (Hons) - Social Work
University of Karachi