Zeenat Afridi

Political Science PhD scholar with expertise in political psychology, gender and politics, voter behavior, and governance in conflict-affected regions. Experienced in election administration through the Election Commission of Pakistan, including training polling staff and managing electoral processes. Possesses extensive experience working with students through teaching, mentoring, academic advising, debate coaching, sports leadership, and extracurricular activities. Demonstrated leadership in student development programs, youth parliaments, Model United Nations, and women's empowerment initiatives. Skilled in research, public speaking, policy analysis, and community engagement, with a strong commitment to advancing education, human rights, democratic governance, and international development.

• Chairperson, College Sports Committee Women's College, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan 2021 – Present
• Organized and supervised inter-college sports competitions and athletic events.
• Promoted women's participation in sports and extracurricular activities.
• Master Trainer – Election Commission of Pakistan
• Trained polling staff on election laws, procedures, and polling management
• Conducted capacity-building sessions for electoral staff
• Ensured preparedness for transparent electoral processes
• Presiding Officer,Election Commission of Pakistan.
• Managed polling stations during national elections
• Supervised electoral staff and ensured compliance with election rules
• Maintained transparency and fair voting procedures
• Political Campaign Volunteer,Pakistan
• Participated in provincial election campaign activities
• Assisted in voter outreach and political communication strategies
• Member, Youth Parliament of Pakistan
• Engaged in youth policy debates and legislative simulations
• Member, Model United Nations (MUN)
• Represented countries in global policy simulations
• President, Debating Society
• Led debating and public speaking activities at college and university level
• National Debater of Pakistan
• Recognized for excellence in national-level debate competitions

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• People's Perception of Mainstreaming of Erstwhile FATA: A Case Study of Dara Adam Khel
• Focuses on political integration, governance reforms, and public perceptions in former tribal areas of Pakistan.
• Analyzes institutional change, political inclusion, and identity transformation after FATA merger.
• Employs qualitative and field-based research methods.