Before 2021, the Sindh province lacked a coordinated response system for emergencies and disasters and the disaster management responsibilities were scattered across various departments, fire services were under local governments, and ambulances were operated by a mix of private companies and non-governmental
Speakers from various walks of life on 20 Feb 2024 highlighted that women, particularly those managing households, are more affected by climate change and face challenges in accessing economic opportunities and equal wages as compared to men reported by Daily Dawn. They
The Sindh government has acknowledged the remarkable contributions of young environmentalist Aneeqa Bashir in safeguarding Pakistan’s green heritage. Caretaker Sindh Minister for Tourism, Environment, and Climate Change, Arshad Wali Muhammad, presented her with an award for her exceptional efforts. Aneeqa’s mission revolves
A resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly today has recognised the vital contribution of national human rights institutions (NHRIs) to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including by taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. The resolution highlights
In the final session held on the night between December 13 and 14, the delegates to the 28th meeting of the Conference of Parties, or COP28, reached an agreement that had eluded them in the previous gatherings. “For the first time since nations
Executive Summary Pakistan is listed amongst the world’s most vulnerable countries to the effects of climate change. Due to its location at the mouth of the River Indus, lower Sindh is at an elevated risk. The provincial capital of Sindh (Karachi) is
Islamic Relief Pakistan conducted a research study highlighting the insufficient awareness among the populations of Karachi and Thatta regarding climate change issues, their causes, and possible solutions. The study emphasizes the vulnerability of Karachi due to its large population, influx of migrants,
In the wake of the devastating 2022 monsoon floods in Sindh, The Knowledge Forum (TKF), in partnership with the Sindh chapter of the National Commission on Human Rights (NCHR), has conducted a rapid assessment to document the plight and champion the rights