CSO Engagement Highlights: Advancing Human Rights and Ending Gender-Based Violence
The event, organized by CPDI, brought together key stakeholders to discuss the crucial themes of upholding human rights and ending gender-based violence.
### Key Highlights:
#### Address by Iqbal Ahmed Detho, Chairperson Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC):
- Sindh Government’s Commitment to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs):
A grant of PKR 2 billion has been allocated across multiple departments to enhance welfare initiatives for PwDs.
- Inclusive Planning – SHRC Strategic Plan 2025-2027:
SHRC has prioritized advancing the rights and welfare of PwDs, ensuring inclusivity in governance.
- Vocational Training for PwDs:
Partnerships with institutions like STEVETA are being fostered to promote skill development and empowerment for PwDs.
- Inspiring Success Stories:
- SHRC assisted a one-eyed individual in obtaining a driver’s license, challenging societal stigmas.
- SHRC resolved biometric verification issues for a person without hands by enabling retinal scans.
- Tackling Domestic Violence:
The Domestic Violence Roadmap by SHRC focuses on enhanced coordination among provincial departments, reinforcing SHRC’s dedication to the Human Rights Policy 2023 to protect vulnerable communities.
#### Insights from Rajvir Singh Sodha, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister, Sindh:
- Progressive Legislation:
Mr. Sodha highlighted the Sindh Assembly's landmark laws addressing child labor, protecting vulnerable children, and ensuring women’s rights to safety, equality, and empowerment.
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities:
He reiterated the Sindh Government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of PwDs through effective legislation and policies.
