Green Youth Movement (GYM) – PIEAS Chapter
Student-Led Environmental Sustainability Society
The Green Youth Movement (GYM) – PIEAS Chapter is an officially recognized, student-led environmental sustainability society operating under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. The movement aims to organize, mobilize, and empower youth to lead eco-innovation, environmental conservation, and climate action across the country.
GYM works through university-based clubs, transforming campuses into green living labs, promoting behavioral change, and generating youth-driven solutions to environmental challenges. The PIEAS Chapter of GYM carries forward this national vision through impactful projects, technical innovation, community outreach, and awareness campaigns.
Our Objectives
- Promote environmental awareness among students
- Lead waste management and zero-waste campaigns
- Develop innovative sustainability solutions
- Support national SDG, climate, and youth engagement goals
- Encourage responsible consumption and recycling practices
The PIEAS Chapter primarily focuses on:
- Liquid & Solid Waste Management
- Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency
Major Projects
- Green Bins Initiative – Reusing discarded plastic oil tanks to create durable waste bins
- Smart Waste Segregation System – Student-designed smart bins separating metal and non-metal waste
- Sustainability Day – Annual awareness campaign hosting competitions, talks, and clean-campus drives
- Energy Conservation Campaign – Promoting responsible energy use on campus
- Waste Segregation Program – Awareness sessions + installation of dedicated segregation bins
National Linkages
GYM PIEAS is part of the nationwide Green Youth Movement under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) and Higher Education Commission (HEC), connecting PIEAS students to national-level sustainability efforts and youth policy contributions.
Leadership
The society is run by student office bearers including a Captain, Vice Captain, GYM thematic leads, GYM communication lead and team members.
National Linkages
The GYM–PIEAS Chapter is part of a nationwide network of youth-led green clubs established in 137 public sector universities. Its activities are aligned with:
- HEC’s GYM Steering Committee
- GYM Oversight Committee at PIEAS
- PMYP’s national green initiatives
- Eco-Innovation Youth Challenge
- Green Sports Competitions
- Exposure visits and training programs announced by HEC
Join Us
Students from all academic programs can join GYM and contribute to sustainability initiatives at PIEAS.
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Disability Support Cell (DSC) – PIEAS
The Disability Support Cell (DSC) at the Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) is established under Student Affairs Division (SADiv) to ensure that all students with disabilities have equitable access to academic programs, campus facilities, and student services. The DSC provides individualized support, reasonable accommodations, and guidance to foster an inclusive learning environment.
The Cell is committed to assisting students with physical, sensory, learning, medical, or temporary disabilities, in accordance with PIEAS policies on inclusive education and equal opportunity.
Our Mission
- To facilitate full participation of students with disabilities in academic and campus life
- To promote an accessible, barrier-free environment
- To coordinate disability-related accommodations
- To raise awareness on inclusive practices within the PIEAS community
Services Offered
The Disability Support Office provides the following services:
- Academic Support & Accommodations
- Extra time during examinations
- Support for lecture access and note-taking
- Assistance with classroom seating and accessible arrangements
- Coordination with academic departments for accommodations
- Accessibility & Campus Support
- Guidance on accessible campus routes
- Support for mobility-related requests
- Assistance with access to ramps, lecture halls, and laboratories
- Advisory & Counselling
- Confidential consultation on disability-related academic challenges
- Guidance on navigating campus resources
- Support for students facing temporary injuries or medical conditions
- Assistive & Adaptive Support Scheme
Students may request access to assistive tools based on their needs, such as:
- Large-print materials
- Assistance with document formatting
- Digital copies of learning material
- Access to laptops or devices for note-taking (for medically documented needs)
- Orientation support for visually impaired students
- Guidance on using technology tools for accessibility
- Documentation & Verification
- Guidance on submitting disability documentation
- Facilitation between students and faculty to ensure appropriate support
How to Request Support
Students can contact the DSO to register and request accommodations by emailing or visiting the office.
Office Location:Student Affairs Division, PIEAS Campus
Timings: 08:300 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
Student Representation & Governance at PIEAS
PIEAS maintains a recognized student governance and representation structure functioning as the institution’s student union. All student societies operate under the Student Affairs Division with elected leadership, representing the interests of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The leadership structure includes President, Vice President, General Secretary, and executive members, selected through democratic student elections.
PIEAS is also connected to national student engagement structures through the Young Peace & Development Corps (YPDC) program under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Through this affiliation, PIEAS students participate in national youth development, policy discussions, and inter-university coordination platforms.Student Leadership Structure
Representation is carried out through officially recognized student societies operating under Student Affairs Division, each managed by elected student leadership, including:
- President/ Captain
- Vice President/ Vice Captain
- General Secretary
- Executive committee members (OBs)
These positions are filled through student elections or formal selection processes overseen by the university, ensuring transparent and democratic leadership.
Scope of Representation
Student leadership bodies collectively contribute to:
- Academic feedback and communication with departments
- Hostel and accommodation matters (in coordination with SAS Division)
- Co-curricular and welfare activities
- Campus-wide student events and initiatives
- Representation of PIEAS in inter-university forums and programs
This structure ensures that all students undergraduate and postgraduate have a mechanism through which their concerns, suggestions, and needs are communicated to the administration.
Institutional Recognition
The student representation system at PIEAS is formally recognized by the university and operates under the guidance of:
- Student Affairs Division
- Student Accommodation Services (SAS) (for meals and residential matters)
- Respective faculty advisors assigned to each society
These units ensure regulatory compliance, transparency, and institutional support for student-led governance.
Commitment to Student Governance
PIEAS remains committed to strengthening student participation in decision-making, fostering leadership development, and ensuring that students have a clear and effective channel to engage with the university’s administrative and academic structures.