Inclusivity Through Diversity: Promoting Minority Rights in Pakistan

The “Inclusivity Through Diversity: Promoting Minority Rights in Pakistan” project, led by the Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability (TDEA) in collaboration with six civil society organisations, targets 13 districts in Sindh and Punjab with significant minority populations. This project addresses the pressing needs of religious minorities by leveraging local partnerships that are grounded in each (civil society) partner’s established relationships and trust within these communities. This approach enables immediate, responsive engagement with local stakeholders and fosters long-term collaboration, enhancing programmatic impact and community empowerment.

Recognizing the multifaceted challenges faced by minorities, the project engages a range of stakeholders including those advocating for rights and protections, such as religious minority communities, human rights defenders (HRDs), religious and community leaders, and civil society organisations that are instrumental in advancing championing minority rights, raising awareness, advocacy for equal treatment, and highlighting the issues faced by minorities. The project also involves those tasked with addressing these needs and improving policies and their enforcement, including legislators, political parties, government authorities, and rights-based commissions.

Duration: January 2025 – December 2027

Funding Agency: European Union (EU)