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.
Tag: Transparency
Promoting Transparency and Accountability in Pakistan’s Elections and Governance
Shahnawaz Chachar led the STAEP (Strengthening Transparency, Accountability, and Electoral Processes) project as program manager. Funded by The Asia Foundation and managed by FAFEN (Free & Fair Elections Network) and implemented by GSF (Goth Seengar Foundation) in three National Assembly constituencies in Sindh, the project aimed to improve elections and governance. Activities included pre- and post-election observation, long-term observation, governance monitoring, voter mobilization, and constituency relations groups. He conducted baseline studies, designed the methodology, oriented staff, engaged with stakeholders, and managed project scope, budget, timeline, and resources. (Location: Sindh, Pakistan; Dates: Nov 2011 — Jul 2013)