Bringing together students and experts, the seminar explored how inclusion can move beyond
symbolic gestures to create meaningful change. It began with a keynote by Professor Kiran
Farooq Khan (Head, Textile, Fashion and Accessory Design, BNU), who shared visuals of her
award-winning craft-based project promoting social inclusion.
MPhil ELM Semester 2 students presented research addressing key educational challenges with
practical recommendations.
Expert panelists included Dr. Sajeela Haroon (Manager SEN, Beaconhouse) urging a rethink of
ability, disability, and inclusion with practical tips; Ms. Rohma Khan (Head, IEDA, BNU)
explained how Interdisciplinary Expanded Design and Arts create new knowledge by bringing
inclusion through art; and Ms. Saira Munsaf (Psychotherapist, Voice of Wellbeing) discussing
bias and self-reflection, stressing that inclusion is shaped by experiences and feelings.
The seminar concluded with a thank you note from Dr. Shahbaz Khan (Program Head, ELM,
School of Education) followed by the distribution of certificates and BNU mementos.
