Subgrantee Profiles
Advancing digital democracy and inclusive civic participation across South Asia
Pakistan
Meet the Minds Driving Impact
Sudhaar Society
Sudhaar works on digital democracy mainly through governance, civic engagement, and electoral processes. It supports voter and civil rights awareness, elections monitoring, and bridging communication between citizens and legislators to improve accountability and participation.
In addition, its work with education planning systems (like EMIS) and school councils strengthens data-driven decision-making and local governance, indirectly contributing to more transparent and participatory public systems.
Area of Work:
- Education Planning
- Child Protection (Child labor and health)
- Youth and Active Citizenship
- Governance
- Human Rights
- Emergency Preparedness & Response
Freedom Gate Prosperity
Freedom Gate Prosperity (FGP) is a Pakistan-based non-profit organization working to promote inclusive economic development, climate resilience, democratic governance, and digital empowerment through research, policy engagement, and community-based initiatives. Established in 2024, FGP builds on the legacy of Freedom Gate Pakistan, an alumni-led civic network founded in 2006 with support from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF).
Area of Work:
- AI and Digital Transformation
- Governance & Reform
Gender and Empowerment Organization (GEO)
Gender and Empowerment Organization (GEO) is a non-profit development organization working to promote women’s empowerment, education, health, gender equality, and community development in underserved rural communities, particularly in Balochistan. The organization works through community mobilization, awareness programs, and development projects to address harmful social norms, improve access to education and health services, and strengthen the role of women in decision-making and social development.
Area of Work:
- Women Empowerment
- Gender Equality
Integrated Regional Support Programme
IRSP is a multi-sector development organization working to promote sustainable socio-economic development through community mobilization, local governance support, and integrated development initiatives. Established as a successor to the Pak-German IRDP program, IRSP collaborates with local governments, donors, and community organizations to strengthen rural development and improve community livelihoods.
Area of Work:
- Integrated Rural
- Community Development
Sewa Development Trust Sindh
Sewa Development Trust Sindh (SDTS) is a non-profit development organization working to improve the lives of vulnerable communities in Sindh through education, healthcare, disaster relief, and community development initiatives. It focuses on enrolling out-of-school children, providing health and nutrition support, responding to emergencies, promoting volunteerism, and strengthening community-based organizations to reduce poverty and promote social well-being.
Area of Work:
- Community Development
- Social Welfare for Vulnerable Populations
Code4Access
Code4Access is a new civic tech initiative working to improve digital and civic engagement in rural communities, especially around Chakwal, Pakistan. It develops and tests community-based digital solutions such as a WhatsApp Digital Helpdesk to help people access information, reduce misinformation, and strengthen participation in democratic processes.
The organization works closely with local youth and communities through workshops, hackathons, and digital training activities. It focuses on using simple tools like WhatsApp and voice messaging to empower women and marginalized groups, while also building systems for safe and accessible digital communication.
Area of Work:
- Youth Empowerment
- Civic Technology
- Digital Inclusion
Society for The Empowerment of People
Society for the Empowerment of People (STEP) is a non-profit organization working to empower communities in Pakistan through advocacy, education, and grassroots engagement. It focuses on inclusive development by addressing key social issues such as education, health awareness, human rights, peacebuilding, and civic participation to strengthen community voices and improve opportunities.
Area of Work:
- Inclusive Community Empowerment
- Social Development through Advocacy, Education, and Civic Engagement.
Jafri Development Lab
Jafri Development Lab (JDL) is a research and analytics organization that combines policy research, data analysis, and technology to develop evidence-based and scalable solutions for governance and public sector challenges.
Area of Work:
- Disability Empowerment
- Vocational Training