Influential Policy Editor & Strategic Communications Expert Joins PPSC as an Associate Member
Ms. Shamsa Nawaz
The Pakistan Political Science Consortium is pleased to welcome Ms. Shamsa Nawaz as a distinguished associate member. As the Editor of the prestigious Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI), Ms. Nawaz occupies a critical role at the heart of Pakistan’s strategic policy discourse. Her work ensures that rigorous research is translated into accessible, impactful knowledge, bridging the gap between scholarly analysis and policymaking.
Ms. Nawaz’s professional expertise lies in strategic communications, editorial leadership, and the curation of high-level policy research on national security, foreign policy, and regional stability. Through her stewardship of IPRI’s publications, she shapes the narrative and quality of policy debate in Pakistan, managing the flow of insights from leading experts to an audience of decision-makers, academics, and the informed public. Her role is pivotal in framing complex issues with clarity and precision.
With a keen understanding of both media and academia, Ms. Nawaz facilitates essential dialogues through conferences, roundtables, and digital platforms, ensuring that critical research informs public and policy debate. Her experience in synthesizing diverse viewpoints and presenting coherent policy options makes her an invaluable facilitator of informed discussion on Pakistan’s most pressing challenges.
We are excited to have Ms. Shamsa Nawaz’s expertise within the PPSC. Her unique perspective as an editor and communicator will greatly enhance the consortium’s ability to disseminate research effectively and engage with broader audiences. We look forward to her contributions in strengthening the link between political science scholarship and tangible policy impact.














