Ansar Barni's autobiography "Awaaz"

While incarcerated in 1977, Bernie witnessed the appalling conditions in Pakistani prisons. That is why he advocated for the prisoners. In 1980, he established the Ansar Burney Trust. In which he worked diligently despite the danger to his life. As a lawyer, Mr. Burney worked with the authorities to develop legal frameworks to solve problems. He worked with Muhammad Khan Junejo, Zia-ul-Haq, Mirza Aslam Baig, Pervez Musharraf, and other leaders. Due to which many prisoners were released in Pakistan. Bernie has won more than 250 awards in his lifetime, including the Outstanding Young Person of the World Award, the Mother Teresa Memorial Award, and Pakistan's major civil awards, the Satara Imtiaz, and the Hilal Imtiaz.

Ansar Barni says.
"Having spent a lifetime in the service of humanity and raising voice for human rights, I have learned that whatever I have done has been done by the will of Allah. I have done humanity, serving God's creatures is serving God. 

"I can't explain how Shahr Bano and her friend Tasneem

came to write this book with me. I just want to thank them. helped me"

The memoir chronicles his monumental 17-year struggle against the use of child camel jockeys in the Middle East, and reflects on personal challenges, relationships and encounters with prominent philanthropists. Bernie helped bridge the gap as Pakistan's first Minister for Human Rights and UN Human Rights Expert Advisor.

Says co-author Shahr Bano Rizvi.
"It was a distinct honor to co-author Awaz with Bernie Sahib. Such diverse stories and struggles for human rights were very difficult to capture. Each story is captivating, moving and incredible. The book will undoubtedly inspire readers. .

Tasnim Premji Chamdia. Co-author, had this to say at the book launch
"Voice is a great resource not only for social and humanitarian workers but also for anyone seeking personal growth. The world needs great souls like Bernie."