As provincial health authorities launched another anti-polio drive across the province on 27 Nov 2023, the caretaker health minister at a programme identified ‘unregulated’ people’s movement to and from Afghanistan as one of the major factors impeding progress in the fight against
On November 22, 2023, EU lawmakers reached an agreement to draft stringent regulations obligating tech giants like Alphabet’s Google and Meta to identify and eliminate online child pornography. Notably, Pakistan boasts a substantial number of social media users, signifying a potentially positive
AS part of a global research project on forced migration, I was able to listen closely to the stories of children who had perhaps one, perhaps two parents of Afghan origin, and whose only memories were of life in Pakistan. The most
In a recent development, the Sindh High Court received information regarding a provincial legislation aimed at promoting breastfeeding, which was adopted by the Sindh Assembly in July 2023. Despite the governor returning it without assent, the legislation was enacted and notified in
This study is based on qualitative research to identify gaps in laws, policies, and administrative measures in Pakistan with regard to domestic child labour. For the primary data, in-depth qualitative interviews were conducted with key informants in Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Peshawar and
Discover the harsh realities faced by children in automobile repair workshops through this compelling short animation. Witness the working conditions and hazards that challenge their safety and impede their education. This video is not just an eye-opener—it’s a clarion call for employers
This video discusses how Child abuse cases in Pakistan’s legal system often go unaddressed due to lack of specific laws, gender discrimination, and lengthy judicial processes. It also discusses the challenges faced in processing evidence in legal cases, leading to delays in
“Child Marriage in Sindh: A Political Economy Analysis and Policy Options,” presents a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to child marriage in Sindh, one of the four provinces of Pakistan. The study was conducted by the Population Council and commissioned by
KARACHI: The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has informed the Sindh High Court that the database of sex offenders, as required to be maintained under the anti-rape law, may only be created after approval of the federal government and formulation of
The surge in violence against children in Pakistan is not only deeply concerning but also serves as a stark reminder of the uphill battle we face in securing a brighter future for our nation. Our children, the very embodiment of hope, are