by: Taher Karmat Dammam:
In the vibrant coastal city of Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, a momentous occasion unfolded at a local hotel as Javeria Asad, founder of the Elite Club Saudi Arabia, launched her debut book, “YOU NEED YOU.” The ceremony drew distinguished guests, including Mr. Ajmal Jamil, Principal of Pakistan International School Al Khobar, and individuals from the local Saudi and Pakistani communities.
Presiding over the event was Professor Waheed Islam, President of the Elite Literature Society, who provided attendees with a glimpse into the contents of the book.
Among the notable personalities present were DTM Nazeer Gazaq, DTM Abdul Fettah Ennayal, D79 PQD DTM Shekar Tiwari, POC Ex-President Muhammad Jawad, President of Pakistan Parent Group Muzamil Shah, Finance Secretary IEP Abdul Qadir Akbani, Media Persons Malik Nadeem and Taher Karamat, Elite Literature Society Vice President Ahsan Mahmood Malik, Elite club members including Sadia Tajammal, Madeeha Muzzammil, Saba Idrees, Shafaq Imran, Aisha Tariq, Zainab Munhas, and Emrana Basit and other esteemed members of the community.
The book, applauded for its positive and constructive approach, addresses personal and professional life goals and challenges comprehensively. PISK Principal Ajmal Jamil and other dignitaries praised Javeria Asad for her multifaceted contributions as an engineer, social entrepreneur, and community builder. They lauded her for shedding light on the challenges faced by women who, for various reasons, find it difficult to pursue their dreams while emphasizing the book’s role as a beacon of hope.
In her expression of gratitude, Javeria Asad shared her dream as an author – to introduce herself, share life experiences, and narrate the challenges encountered on the journey to achieving her aspirations. She underscored the importance of perseverance, particularly for women, urging them to stay committed to their goals. Javeria also addressed the decline in reading habits in society, advocating for a revival of book reading to bolster intellectual and personal development.
The event not only marked the book launch but also sparked discussions on literature and community engagement. The commitment was made to ensure that the literary conversations ignited at the ceremony would resonate within the community for an extended period, fostering a culture of intellectual growth and connection.
