Shahnawaz Chachar conducted 25 two-day training sessions in Khairpur, Sindh, as part of the DAI-funded “Village Aman Otaq” peacebuilding project implemented by Samaj Development Foundation during May and June 2019. This crucial project focused on promoting peace and social cohesion within communities often affected by conflict. The training curriculum equipped participants with essential conflict resolution skills, effective communication techniques for de-escalation and dialogue, and practical community mobilization strategies to foster peace within conflict-prone areas. A key component of the project involved forming, organizing, and training village peace committees on basic peacebuilding activities and empowering them to engage in ongoing peacebuilding initiatives within their communities. Shahnawaz utilized a participatory training approach, actively engaging participants through group work, role-playing scenarios, and interactive discussions to maximize learning and ownership. The project specifically targeted remote and vulnerable areas of Khairpur district, where tribal conflicts and incidents of electoral violence had occurred, demonstrating a commitment to reaching those most in need of peacebuilding support.
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Master Trainer in Governance Monitoring, Election Observation, and Youth Activism
As a highly experienced master trainer, Shahnawaz Chachar facilitated extensive training programs focusing on governance monitoring, election observation, voter mobilization, human rights awareness, democracy education, accountability promotion, volunteering, and youth activism. These comprehensive trainings aimed to enhance participants’ knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of governance and democratic participation. Participants learned methods for effectively monitoring and evaluating government performance and service delivery, observing and reporting on elections to ensure fairness and transparency, and mobilizing communities to actively participate in democratic processes. Shahnawaz employed a combination of theoretical instruction and practical training methods, including real-world case studies, interactive group exercises, and realistic simulations to provide participants with hands-on experience and build their confidence. These trainings were designed to empower citizens, particularly youth, to actively engage in democratic processes, advocate for their rights, and hold their elected officials accountable.
Protection Issues Training for Local NGOs/CBOs and Media Workers in Yemeni 2007
In the context of the 2007 flood emergency response in Yemeni, Shahnawaz Chachar conducted six two-day training sessions for local NGOs/CBOs (Community Based Organizations) and media workers operating in the affected areas of District Kamber Shahdadkot and Larkana. These vital training sessions were organized by Takhleeq Foundation, with support from Care International, and focused specifically on critical protection issues arising in emergency situations. The training curriculum covered a range of relevant topics, including child protection in emergencies, prevention and response to gender-based violence, human rights violations in disaster contexts, and the role of media in promoting protection and disseminating accurate information. This training initiative aimed to enhance the capacity of local actors, including NGOs, CBOs, and media professionals, to effectively protect vulnerable populations during and after disasters, ensuring that humanitarian assistance and recovery efforts were conducted in a way that respected and upheld the rights and dignity of all affected individuals.