The Obligation Show #129 Aamir Amjad

Join Jason on this brand-new episode of The Obligation after summer break when he sits down with Aamir Amjad of Pakistan.  Aamir is an accomplished development specialist and public policy advocate, with a Master’s degree in Political Science and a Master of Philosophy (M. Phil.) in Peace and Conflict Studies from the National Defense University (NDU) in Islamabad, Pakistan. He has done his fellowships at the University Of Rohde Island, USA, and the International Academy of Leadership (IAF), Germany. He has held various managerial and coordination positions in Pakistan, where he has specialized in campaigning for human and minority rights, advocacy, research development, and peace and nonviolence education.

Jason and Aamir discuss the heightened religious persecution going on in his country under the abusive blasphemy laws which target Christians under false pretext.  Muslims make up 98% of the population in Pakistan and the targeting of other religions with violence, threats, and false accusations are on the rise.  Violations of the so-called blasphemy laws are punishable with up to ten years in prison and even death.  Make sure to tune in and hear this impactful story of faith amidst persecution.