HI - Handicap International Pakistan

HI has a proven track record of delivering effective development projects in Pakistan, starting from the 1980s to late 1990s to address the needs of Afghans refugees. Then HI accompanied the populations following multiple natural disasters (earthquakes, floods) and has runs projects to mitigate the impact of natural disasters on the most vulnerable groups of people. HI program is supporting refugees and displaced populations. It also supports the inclusion of women with disabilities in society.

Continuing on HI skills and experience, knowing gaps and needs in Pakistan and based on evaluation of more than 30 years delivering development projects in Pakistan, HI has developed a 5 year Country Program Framework in 2016. The operational framework integrates and incorporates inclusive approaches focusing on the following five pillars:

Inclusive education (educational system is more inclusive for boys and girls and young women with disabilities)
Health and prevention (prevention and mitigation measures to effectively reduce risks and/or impact of impairments)
Relief and Inclusive Disaster Risk Management
Technical assistance to Pakistan Government and International Organizations, I/NGOs, Civil Society Organizations, etc., to ensure disability mainstreaming
Gender and women empowerment