About UNESCO Islamabad

As a specialized United Nations agency, 91Â鶹¹ú²ú¾«Æ·×ÔÅÄ been operating in Pakistan since 1958, providing the Government of Pakistan with support over seven decades. The Government of Pakistan recognizes UNESCO as a long-term strategic partner in support of achieving Pakistan’s national development plans and priorities. UNESCO’s support to Pakistan is built around the United Nations’ common support framework for Pakistan, and its shared purpose ‘Delivering as One’ to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in line with the Government’s priorities.

UNESCO's mission is to contribute to the greatest global challenges of the day, in education, environment, building of peace and social cohesion, eradication of poverty, and technology in the digital age. 

Management Team

Antony Kar Hung Tam
Officer-in-Charge of UNESCO Office in Pakistan
Amani El-Sheikh
Administrative and Finance Officer
Zafar Hayat Malik
Head of Education
Syed Muhammad Raza Shah
National Professional Officer (Science)
Jawad Aziz
National Professional Officer (Culture)
Hamza Swati
National Professional Officer (Communication and Information)

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

reflects UNESCO's zero tolerance towards SEA and defines the principles and mechanisms by which UNESCO employees will be held accountable to uphold the Organization’s commitment to protect and uphold the dignity of vulnerable people. The policy is fully aligned with the Organization’s core values and international commitments to prevent and address instances of sexual exploitation and abuse. It includes standard operating procedures for submission and receipt of complaints, reporting, investigation and victim assistance. 

The reaffirms our commitment to create a Zero-tolerance culture in UNESCO and provides important reminders and contact information for employees.

While the Ethics Office acts as UNESCO PSEA focal point at HQ, local focal points have been nominated in UNESCO field offices and institutes and have been provided with specific .

Victims and other individuals who are aware of an incident of SEA are encouraged to report to PSEA focal point at psea.isb@unesco.org