09/06/2026
Department of Psychology, KUST Signs MoU with Social Welfare, Special Education & Women Empowerment Department, Kohat
In a significant step towards strengthening mental health services, professional training, community engagement, and research collaboration, the Department of Psychology, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Social Welfare, Special Education & Women Empowerment Department, Kohat.
The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Dr. Syed Zafar Ilyas, Vice Chancellor, KUST, and Mr. Umar Farooq, District Officer, Social Welfare, Special Education & Women Empowerment Department, Kohat.
The partnership aims to provide supervised internship opportunities for BS Psychology and Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology (ADCP) students, facilitate practical training in diverse social welfare settings, promote mental health screening and counselling services, conduct capacity-building workshops, and encourage collaborative research initiatives for the benefit of the community.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Mudassir Hussain, Chairperson, Department of Psychology, KUST, termed the MoU a significant step toward strengthening the connection between academia and community service. He stated that the collaboration will provide valuable practical learning opportunities for students while enhancing mental health services, research activities, and support for vulnerable segments of society.
Mr. Azeem Abbas, Child Protection Officer, Kohat, was also present during the signing ceremony and appreciated the collaborative efforts aimed at improving psychological and social support services within the district.
The Department of Psychology, KUST, looks forward to a productive partnership that promotes professional excellence, evidence-based practice, and community well-being through joint initiatives and sustained collaboration.
Media Incharge
Department of Psychology,
Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST) Kohat.
