How Activism Shapes Lives? | Sameer Ali Khan | TEDxSMIU

In this talk, Sameer shares his personal odyssey, delving into the pivotal moments and encounters that changed his thinking and molded him into the activist he is today. He sheds light on his initiatives, particularly the non-profit organizations Collective Pakistan and Safar Buddies, dedicated to fostering peace and understanding among diverse communities in Pakistan through the powerful mediums of travel and storytelling. Sameer Ali Khan is a Peace Activist and the Founder of Collective Pakistan and Safar Buddies, a non-profit organization that works to promote peace and understanding between different communities in Pakistan through traveling and story telling.

Sameer has led various peace interventions with more than 1,000 young people from different marginalized communities in Pakistan. He has also produced multiple documentaries, social campaigns, and visual content depicting social cohesion. His work has been supported by international and national organizations, including the United Nations, the European Union, and the Pakistani government.

Sameer is passionate about creating peace on a people-to-people level. He believes that the best way to address conflict is through dialogue and understanding. He is committed to changing the narrative of hate and religious discrimination through community peace building initiative. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx