Office of External Linkages

Overview​


The Office of External Linkages at Rawalpindi Women University was established in May 2022 with the mission to foster meaningful collaborations with national and international institutions. Aligned with the vision of RWU, the office is dedicated to strengthening RWU’s connections with national and international academic institutions, industries, and organizations. Our goal is to create strategic partnerships that contribute to the University’s growth and global recognition. By actively engaging with key stakeholders, both in Pakistan and abroad, the Office of External Linkages seeks to build a strong network of collaborations that support academic excellence, research advancements, and institutional development. Through proactive networking and innovative initiatives, we aim to bridge the gap between RWU and external entities, ensuring the University remains at the forefront of higher education and knowledge exchange.

Message from Director​


Dr. Baqir Husnain
At Rawalpindi Women University, we believe that strong collaborations—both academic and non-academic, nationally and internationally—are essential for enhancing the quality of education and providing our students with a solid foundation for success. Meaningful partnerships create new opportunities for our faculty, students, and staff, fostering an environment of innovation, learning, and excellence. The Office of External Linkages is dedicated to advancing RWU’s commitment to high-quality education by building and strengthening strategic alliances. Through these collaborations, we equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to navigate intellectual, ethical, social, and professional challenges in today’s dynamic world.

We look forward to expanding our network and working together to create a brighter future for our students and the academic community.

Services​

The Office of External Linkages at RWU is dedicated to proactively fostering meaningful partnerships and creating impactful opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. Our key roles/services include:

  • Establishing Collaborations: Initiating and executing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with national and international academic institutions, industries, and organizations to enhance RWU’s academic and professional standing.
  • Strengthening Institutional Linkages: Developing strategic connections with educational and research institutions to advance RWU’s mission in education, research, and innovation.
  • Capacity Building: Organizing professional development programs, specialized training sessions, and skill-building workshops for faculty, administration, staff, and students.
  • Academic Exchange & Partnership Programs: Facilitating faculty and student exchange programs, visiting scholar opportunities, joint research collaborations, cultural exchange initiatives, and internship placements.
  • Knowledge Sharing & Engagement: Hosting national and international seminars, webinars, conferences, workshops, guest lectures, and online learning sessions to provide global exposure and learning opportunities.
  • Research & Innovation Support: Encouraging interdisciplinary research collaborations and partnerships that contribute to knowledge creation and societal impact.
  • Career & Professional Growth Opportunities: Identifying and disseminating scholarship, fellowship, internship, and funding opportunities for students and faculty to support their academic and professional development.

Through these initiatives, the Office of External Linkages aims to position RWU as a leading institution committed to excellence, innovation, and global engagement.

MOUS OF RWU

1 Punjab Information Technology Board(PITB)     16-May-2017  
2 Assocation for Biorisk Management-Pakistan     15- Jan- 2020  
3 Akhuwat Clothes Bank     27- Jan-2020
4 Read Pakistan Trust     7-Oct-2021
5 Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry     15-Nov-2021  
6 University of Gujrat     30-Dec-2021
7 Women Development Department, Governor of the Punjab(GoPb)     1-Feb-2022
8 Pir Mehr Ali Shah Agriculture University Rawalpindi     22-Feb-2022
9 Inter University Consortium for Promotion of Social Sciences     15-Mar-2022
10 Iqbal International Institute of Research and Dialogue (IRD)     19-May-2022
11 Higher Education Commission (HEC)     16-Jun-2022
12 Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB)     1-Jul-2022
13 Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS)     6-Jul-2022
14 Shaoor Foundation for Education and Awareness(SFEA)     4-Oct-2022
15 Pakistan Girls Guides Association       31-Oct-2022
16 Jamila Sultana Foundation (JSF)     30-Nov-2022
17 Fata University KP       27-Feb-2023
18 Diya Pakistan(DIYA)     6-Apr-2023
19 Aspire Institue     19-Apr-2023
20 Turkish Maarif Foundation TMF)       23-May-2023
21 Women Media Center     5-Jun-2023
22 The Women University Multan     2-Aug-2023
23 All Pakistan Women Universities Consortium (APWUC) (Fatima Jinnah Women University)       02-August 2023
24 University Teknologi Mara, Malaysia     11-Aug-2023
25 University of Okara       17- August-2023
26 PNY Training       26-Sep-2023
27 TEMAR Diagnostics (PVT) LTD       13-Oct-2023
28 Chaaye Khana, 6th Road       20-Oct-2023
29 Punjab Council of Arts Rawalpindi (PUCAR)     6-Nov-2023
30 Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad       14-Dec-2023
31 Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI)       22-Dec-2023
32 The National Commission of Human Rights (NCHR)       12-Jan-2024
33 Enablers       3-Apr-2024
34 Rawalpindi Chamber of Small Traders and Small/Industries (RCSTSI)       4-Apr-2024
35 SOS Foundation       10-Jun-2024
36 SHE MEANS WORK (SMW)       3-Jul-2024
37 AEO Pakistan     5-Jul-2024
38 Muslim Youth University       22-Jul-2024
39 Milkar Pakistan       25-Jul-2024
40 National Commission for Human Development       23-Aug-2024
41 Foundation University Islamabad       29-Aug-2024
42 SI-UK (PAK)     9-Sep-2024
43 Iqra University       26-Sep-2024
44 Ihsan Trust     26-Sep-2024
45 ABM     3-Oct-2024
46 Pakistan bureau of statistics       21-Oct-2024
47 Connected Pakistan       18-Nov-2024
48 Inspiring Women       19-Nov-2024
49 Pink Ribbon       11-Dec-2024
50 Mohi Ud Din Islamic University       3-Jan-2025
51 Cyntax Health Pvt Ltd     27-Jan-2025
52 FES     31-Jan-2025
53 The Accountability Lab     24-Feb-2025
54     Punjab Probation and Parole Service (PP&PS)           25-Feb-2025
55 Cities For Children       24-March-2025
56 Paak Fareezah-e-Taleem Foundation       25-April-2025