Centre for Human Rights - Pakistan

Centre for Human Rights - Pakistan A youth and women-led research, advocacy, and capacity-building organisation advancing human rights and rule of law in Pakistan.

Introducing CFHR’s First Quarterly Newsletter!We’re excited to share the first edition of our quarterly newsletter, high...
11/06/2025

Introducing CFHR’s First Quarterly Newsletter!

We’re excited to share the first edition of our quarterly newsletter, highlighting CFHR’s key milestones and impact from January to March 2025.

Some highlights from this quarter include:

🌏 Participation in the SE4U Regional Workshop on UNTOC Implementation, hosted by UNODC in Putrajaya, Malaysia
🌐 CFHR’s appointment as a regional coordinator for NET4U Asia, advancing cooperation against organised crime
📚 Know Your Rights trainings to promote legal awareness and community empowerment
👥 Launch of the Youth Changemakers Advocacy Program (YCAP), enabling youth-led campaigns on diverse issues
🎬 Production of a Marriage Rights Documentary

…and much more!

📩 Read the full newsletter by clicking the link below or scanning the QR code in the image: https://www.cfhr.com.pk/our-work/2025-q1-newsletter

Eid Mubarak from all of us at CFHR!Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Eid. As we embrace the spirit of hope, kindness, an...
07/06/2025

Eid Mubarak from all of us at CFHR!
Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Eid. As we embrace the spirit of hope, kindness, and prosperity, we remain committed to building a fairer, more inclusive world for everyone. 🌙✨

In 2024, CFHR worked across justice, governance, and human rights to drive inclusive, evidence-based reform.We hosted hi...
03/06/2025

In 2024, CFHR worked across justice, governance, and human rights to drive inclusive, evidence-based reform.

We hosted high-level policy dialogues on organized crime with UNODC and GI-TOC, launched creative marriage rights campaigns like and Rights & Delights, and produced a documentary amplifying women’s voices in navigating legal challenges.

From engaging youth through the Panjnad Moot and Human Rights Clinic to training Nikah Khawans and publishing a national legal aid handbook, our focus remained on collaboration, community, and change.

📖 Read our full 2024 Annual Report [link in bio and below] https://www.cfhr.com.pk/our-work/annual-report-2024

For over a decade, CFHR has worked on critical and complex issues — often so immersed in the process that we rarely paus...
31/05/2025

For over a decade, CFHR has worked on critical and complex issues — often so immersed in the process that we rarely paused to share the journey. In the last few months, we took the time to reflect, consolidate, and open up our work to a wider audience.

We’re excited to share CFHR’s new website — a glimpse into 14 years of work and learning. We hope it will serve as a practical resource for those advancing justice, rights, and inclusion, as well as for the communities central to this mission.

The site brings together our contributions across a broad range of themes: Human Rights & Social Justice, Climate Justice, Governance, Peace & Security, Technology & AI, and Youth Engagement.

With over 35 publications, along with advocacy campaigns and other initiatives now accessible, this platform reflects the commitment and collaboration of many.

None of this would have been possible without the people who shaped this journey. We’re deeply grateful to the CFHR family — the team, partners, and communities who continue to make this work possible.

We invite you to explore, engage, and connect with us. [link in bio and below]
https://www.cfhr.com.pk/

Umar Khan, , .aftab, Ali Imtinan, , uzma.nc , .15, , , , , .kashif,

Special thanks to Oh My Digitals (OMD) for bringing our vision to life.

We're hiring!CFHR is looking for a Research Assistant to join our team immediately on a short-term basis (with the possi...
16/05/2025

We're hiring!

CFHR is looking for a Research Assistant to join our team immediately on a short-term basis (with the possibility of extension). Are you passionate about climate, migration, or education? Skilled at deep-dive research and sharp analysis? This could be your next step.

Paid opportunity
Send your CV and writing sample to info@cfhr.com.pk
Apply by May 22 – applications reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t wait!

The "Message in a Mithai Box" campaign has been awarded the Bronze Spikes Award at the Spikes Asia 2025. This marks our ...
29/04/2025

The "Message in a Mithai Box" campaign has been awarded the Bronze Spikes Award at the Spikes Asia 2025. This marks our second international award, following the campaign's recognition as 5th in the top 40 global campaigns at the SABRE Awards 2024.

This campaign was developed by Ogilvy Pakistan in partnership with Centre for Human Rights and Rahat Bakers, to empower women and girls with crucial information on their Nikahnama rights. The campaign involved placing informational cards inside mithai boxes, with each card featuring a QR code that provided direct access to resources, including videos, guides on filling out Nikahnamas, and details on accessing free legal support for marriage rights issues.

We are grateful to the Ogilvy team for their collaboration in turning this important conversation into meaningful action, helping raise awareness and promote empowerment on marriage rights. .g.alam

Recently the Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled that women’s dowry, bridal gifts, and presents are their exclusive property...
24/04/2025

Recently the Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled that women’s dowry, bridal gifts, and presents are their exclusive property, regardless of divorce and separation. The Court cited our Family Law Report and Diagnostic Study of Nikkahnamas in arriving at its decision, strengthening women’s access to marital rights in Pakistan.

Wishing you all a very happy Eid ✨
31/03/2025

Wishing you all a very happy Eid ✨

Stories shape movements, and movements change the world. Join Fatima Razzaq for “The Power of Storytelling in Advocacy”—...
13/03/2025

Stories shape movements, and movements change the world.

Join Fatima Razzaq for “The Power of Storytelling in Advocacy”—a deep dive into shaping compelling narratives that amplify marginalized voices. With her extensive experience in investigative journalism and human rights reporting, Fatima will share how to develop stories that inform, inspire, and drive action.

📅 Date: March 13, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PKT

*Exclusively for YCAP participants

Unlock the power of digital advocacy with Aiza G. Alam! From viral campaigns to groundbreaking PR, she knows how to craf...
12/03/2025

Unlock the power of digital advocacy with Aiza G. Alam! From viral campaigns to groundbreaking PR, she knows how to craft strategies that bring people together and get everyone talking. In her session, “Digital Advocacy 101: Tools & Platforms for Change,” she will show you how to command attention, build powerful connections, and turn online momentum into lasting change.

📅 Date: March 14, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM PKT

*Exclusively for YCAP participants

Brace yourself for a creativity overload as Hira Mohibullah brings her magic to Session 3: “From Ideas to Action – Bring...
12/03/2025

Brace yourself for a creativity overload as Hira Mohibullah brings her magic to Session 3: “From Ideas to Action – Bringing Campaigns to Life.” In this session, you will push your creative boundaries and learn how to craft the impact you envision—bold ideas, practical insights, and the spark to elevate your advocacy.

📅 Date: March 14, 2025
🕖 Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM PKT

Create an idea that makes a difference! ✨

🔹 Exclusively for YCAP participants

We are ready to kick off the YCAP Mentorship Workshop from 12-14 March 2025 with an exciting start! Join us for our very...
11/03/2025

We are ready to kick off the YCAP Mentorship Workshop from 12-14 March 2025 with an exciting start!

Join us for our very first session with Ms. Sevim Saadat, Co-founder and Director Policy & Advocacy at CFHR, as she unpacks the power of advocacy in driving social change.

📅 Date: March 12, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM PKT

This is just the beginning—get ready for an engaging and insightful journey ahead!

🔹 Exclusively for YCAP applicants.

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Centre for Human Rights

The CFHR was set up in 2013 at University College Lahore. The Centre aims to increase awareness for human rights and mentor young law students to take up such work as their own. The remains of terrorism coupled with crime and corruption continue to plague Pakistan. Focusing on the next generation to strengthen rule of law is a necessary step to develop a safer and more responsible society. The Centre has hosted various panels and seminars to promote awareness and discussion on human rights issues. Apart from this the Centre houses a human rights clinic and an annual publication, the human rights review.

The Clinic was inaugurated in 2018 with a focus on Gender-based violence projects, this year the clinic works on two new areas: refugee rights & environmental rights in Pakistan. The Clinic provides students with an opportunity to learn legal skills and focus on working with human rights organizations in Pakistan and around the world. The Clinic students (2018-2019) had the opportunity to visit UNESCAP, Bangkok & Mahidol University on a study tour to better understand how gender-based violence spreads across the globe and ways to adapt best practices to Pakistan.

In addition, the Centre for Human Rights has over six years of law journals: the ‘Human Rights Review’. Our publication is open for bother student and professional contributors. We believe strengthening legal scholarship is essential not only to improve the writing and research skills of students but also to promote a culture of analyzing the law and existing policies in Pakistan.

For more information please visit our website or reach out to us!