Author: Alishba Barech

Alishba Barech, 22, is a UNICEF Champion for Polio, youth advocate, and author — Pakistan’s youngest published novelist, having released her first book at age 11, and youngest self-published author at 16. Originally from Quetta, Balochistan, she has been internationally recognized for her literary and advocacy work, including being named Young Woman of the Year at the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards in London. She has contributed to national campaigns on health and education, including UNICEF’s global mental health initiative 'On My Mind'. Alishba currently serves as a Youth Advisor to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, is a member of the National Youth Council, and represents Quetta Gladiators as a Youth Ambassador. She is pursuing a degree in Liberal Arts at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore.