The students of BSN sixth semester and Post-RN second semester at the Khyber Medical University (KMU) Institute of Nursing Sciences, Peshawar, organized a “Culture and Art Exhibition.” The event aimed to promote understanding of different cultures, foster unity, and highlight the subcultures of Pakistan, particularly Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Various activities were conducted to showcase diverse cultural traditions, including traditional attire, cultural artifacts, a food festival, and awareness about the customs and practices of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s subcultures.
The chief guest of this vibrant event was KMU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zia Ul Haq. The event was also attended by the Director of the Institute of Nursing Sciences, Dr. Najma Naz, ChieKMUf Organizer of “Culture, Health, and Society” and subject teacher Imran Waheed, along with faculty members and a large number of students.
In his address, Prof. Dr. Zia Ul Haq commended the students for their diverse cultural presentations. He stated that KMU is not only playing a significant role in the advancement of nursing education but also in fostering cultural awareness and providing an enriched cultural environment for students.
Dr. Najma Naz, highlighted the crucial role of nurses in working within diverse cultural environments. She emphasized that KMU Institute of Nursing Sciences has always been at the forefront of nursing education and leadership. She added that the exemplary leadership displayed by nursing students during the Cultural Exhibition Day proves that they will achieve prominent positions in their field in the future.
She expressed her hope that students would integrate patients’ cultural values into their care plans, making healthcare more suitable, acceptable, and effective. She further stated that this practice would not only lead to better health outcomes but also strengthen trust and harmony between patients and healthcare providers.
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