Human Rights and Socio-Cultural Norms Training for Community Religious Leaders

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.