The Sindh Child Labour Survey (SCLS) 2022-24 is the first survey in Sindh to provide district-level data on child labour, covering 61,859 households across 29 districts. It offers insights into children’s living conditions, schooling, work, chores, and leisure, and follows SIMPOC’s international
The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) submitted an alternative report to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child as part of Pakistan’s 6th periodic review under the UNCRC. The report highlights key child rights concerns in Pakistan, focusing on
The Pakistan Education Statistics Report 2023–24 offers an in-depth analysis of the country’s education system, aligning its findings with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for inclusive and equitable quality education. Primarily based on public school data for children aged 5–16, the report
Annual Report 2023–2024” by the Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC) provides a detailed account of the human rights landscape in Sindh during the reporting year. The report outlines SHRC’s efforts in addressing human rights violations, including cases of police misconduct, bonded labor,
Despite the entry into force of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction 1980 (“Hague Convention”) in Pakistan in 2017, there remain only a handful of judgments by Pakistani courts where the Convention’s applicability has been considered. Judges
Human rights governance in Pakistan is a complex interplay of legal frameworks, institutional mechanisms, and socio-political dynamics. Several UN Committees have pointed out that, despite constitutional guarantees, there are still gaps in the enforcement of human rights and the conformity of national
The Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC) newsletter highlights key activities and initiatives undertaken from October 24 to March 2025. Click here to read the full newsletter: SHRC News Letter: Oct 24 To Mar 25
Equitable property rights—especially the fair distribution of matrimonial assets—are essential for achieving gender equality within families and society. When women have access to and control over property, it enhances their autonomy, economic participation, and ability to support their families, leading to broader
In many parts of Pakistan, family laws continue to follow traditional interpretations that can unintentionally disadvantage women in areas like divorce, inheritance, and child custody. One key concern is the lack of a clear matrimonial property system, which means women may not
“State of Human Rights in 2024” is a report of Human Right Commission of Pakistan, which provides a comprehensive overview of the human rights situation in Pakistan during the specified year at federal and provincial levels. The report highlights various issues such