As part of a provincial project focused on promoting social harmony and peacebuilding, Shahnawaz Chachar facilitated a three-day training workshop for 40 community religious leaders from eight districts across Sindh and Balochistan provinces in 2006. This important workshop, organized by the Takhleeq Foundation in Karachi, aimed to promote human rights awareness and raise awareness about the influence of socio-cultural norms on peace and conflict. The training covered fundamental human rights principles and values, explored the complexities of cultural diversity within Pakistani society, and examined the crucial role that religious leaders can play in promoting social harmony and peaceful coexistence. The workshop provided a platform for religious leaders to engage in open dialogue, share their perspectives, and develop strategies for promoting peace and human rights within their respective communities. This initiative recognized the significant influence that religious leaders hold within their communities and sought to empower them as advocates for positive social change.
Tag: Community Engagement
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Organizational Capacity Building Training for Grass Root COs/NGOs in Sindh
Shahnawaz Chachar facilitated more than 10 training sessions and workshops focused on organizational capacity building for grassroots community-based organizations (CBOs) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in various districts of Sindh, Pakistan. These training initiatives aimed to enhance the organizational capabilities of these grassroots organizations, enabling them to design, implement, and manage effective programs and services that address the needs of their target communities. The workshops covered a wide range of essential topics, including project management principles and practices, sound financial management systems, effective monitoring and evaluation methodologies, and best practices in human resources management. Through these interactive workshops, participants learned practical strategies for developing sustainable and impactful programs, increasing community engagement and participation in their initiatives, and building strong partnerships with other organizations and stakeholders. The overall goal of these capacity building efforts was to empower local organizations to become more effective agents of community development.