Waqas
Ramzan
Differently abled Community Service Champion, Inclusion Activist and Entrepreneur. Powered by Technology, fueled by Spirituality. A Symbol of Diversity
My Background
Rising with visual impairment from the deserts of Rahim Yar Khan, also called the Dubai of Pakistan, my life has been a vibrant pattern of curiosity, creativity, and compassion. In the amusing days of kindergarten, my fingers danced on my father's basic phone, and I memorized its entire system by-heart. Brought large white writing board to home, spent countless days and night reading me the textbooks and setting up the brightest table lamp, my parents went all out to integrate me into general education system.
As I begun navigating the machines through ears, my fascination with technology flourished into a persistence passion for creation. With each line of code, every project, and every contribution, I've poured my heart into empowering others. As an advocate for accessibility, I champion the voices of the marginalized.
I walk the life with an unwavering optimism, fueled by the belief that every individual deserves equal opportunities and dignity. Through my work, I strive to light hope, build connections, and leave a lasting mark on the lives I touch.
Channeling My Energy to Serve
Blind Help Project
A volunteer-based virtual social organization technologically empowering visually challenged community on global scale in their education, employment and entertainment.
I spent 8 incredible years as IT Executive, keeping the lights on (literally!) as our website, systems, and servers hummed along. Now, I've switched gears as HR Officer, nurturing our amazing volunteers, the heartbeat of our organization.
Global Shapers Islamabad
The local chapter of World Economic Forum's initiative that believes youth are central to Creating Solutions, Shaping Policies and Driving lasting change.
I am poring my heartfelt energy into initiatives developing leadership in young professionals, Boosting high school students' career dreams, uplifting brave kids fighting cancer and caring for resilient slum communities. Plus, I keep our hub's digitization and HR ops running smoothly.
Multiomics Academy of Research & Science
An education enterprise dedicated to nurturing scientific minds for research oriented and progressing Pakistan by imparting core Scientific Writing, Research Methods, Data Analysis and other relevant skills.
I am leading a multidisciplinary research group with students writing intersectional review paper of psychology, neurology and biology.
Pakistan Health Parliament
Nation's first health think tank and a non-partisan organization that brings together healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders to rethink health.
As Secretary General to Capital Cabinet, I orchestrate cross-functional committees, collaborating with stakeholders to tackle pressing health issues. It's a challenging yet rewarding role, ensuring every voice is heard and every solution counts.
Project Savera
Imagine a student whose world crumbles overnight. The primary bread winner, paying for education, suddenly passes away. The dreams of finishing studies seem impossible. This is not an imaginary situation, I have seen multiple of such stories in my university time, followed by fellows crowdfunding the fees. I thought to formalize this guardian angel like work, and Project Savera came into being.
Where existing scholarships, funds and organizations lack, Project Savera comes as blanket of hope, catching students when they fall. Thanks to caring donors, we tell students that their dreams matter, and that they're never alone.
Runs on the platform of Global Shapers Islamabad, Savera is Safeguarding Aspirations with Vital Emergency Relief Assistance through quick verification and swift disbursement process.
Services I Offer
Public Speaking
Compassion is the language that transcends words. And I speak it with my heart.
Addressed 500+ audience combined in Digital Accessibility, Career Counseling, Future of Jobs, Resilient Mindset, Embracing Failure, Diversity and Inclusion. I speak to the souls with Witty approach that heal, inspire and uplift the youth.
Training & Workshops
They say knowledge is the only wealth that increases by sharing, and I appeared to be very greedy for this wealth.
Trained 150+ learners in Entrepreneurship, accessible computing for visually impaired, Scientific Research, Web Development and beyond. The formats range from quick lectures to hands on workshop to full courses.
Creative Writing
If one thing that no technology or creation can come close to humans, it's the creativity.
The words that travel from my heart, to mind, to fingers, to keyboard, breathe life into gadgets, technical documents, announcements and even websites.
Researcharge
I experienced firsthand the worries attached to conventional way of climbing the ladder of research landscape in the country. For young curious minds, it doubles due to lack of knowledge, support and guidance. They say "If you won't cry, you won't complete the thesis". I took the pledge and established game-changer entrepreneurial venture.
The flagship product 'Data Collector' transforms the tedious paper-based survey process into a simple digital journey, saving time, money, and trees. By handling the technical details, Researcharge lets researchers focus on what really matters i.e. discovering new knowledge and solving real problems.
We are building a community where curious minds can thrive, breaking down barriers that hold back innovation. With plans to offer data analytics, formatting, proof reading, diagrammatic illustrations, reference management, one-to-one mentorship and publication support, Researcharge is committed to nurturing the next generation of Pakistani researchers who will shape the future of the nation.
My Certificates
Human Resource Management
University of Minnesota
Internet Governance
Internet Society & Path Finders Solution
Scientific Research Writing
Multiomics SMC Pvt Ltd
My Interview with Her Excellency Madam Samina Amjad
There is one person who left very deep impression on mee. Arfa Karim, 9 years old Microsoft Certified professional, who physically flown higher so soon. The Tech Lover Waqas is grown up reading her in articles, watching her envisioning of big plans, listening to her very few available singing masterpieces, and receiving energy from her powerful smile.
I was fortunate enough to be invited by her family at their home, where this very lively interview was recorded by Arfa's mother. It is my belief that the princess is still around us.
My interview in "Talking with Thee Quinn
The great discovery lies in asking the right questions. Sheneille from Jamaica seams to be certified in the art of questioning. This detailed interview from 2021 covered my story in great depth. To explore all my dimensions in one smooth ride, give it a listen.