Driving change through research, advocacy and social consciousness

The Centre for Human Rights (CFHR) works to protect and empower marginalized communities, drive policy change, and promote justice in Pakistan and beyond. Through evidence-based solutions and strategic action, we ensure that human rights are not just discussed — but defended.

Our Impact

14 years
of driving change
106 million+
reached and counting
3,000+
trained and empowered
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Our Focus Areas

At CFHR, we drive impactful change through research, advocacy, and legal reform. Our work spans governance, human rights, social justice, and technology, ensuring marginalized voices shape policy and legal discourse. Through innovative strategies, capacity building, and evidence-based solutions, we advance justice, strengthen protections, and foster systemic reform.

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Campaign

"Message in a Mithai Box" Campaign wins the Bronze Spikes Award

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"Message in a Mithai Box" Campaign wins the Bronze Spikes Award
Event
29 Apr 2025

Constructive Dialogue on Firearms 2025

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Constructive Dialogue on Firearms 2025
Annual Report
22 Jan 2025

Annual Report 2024

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Annual Report 2024
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How we empower people and drive systemic change for a just and inclusive world.

Research
Creating an environment for in-depth legal and policy research that supports various stakeholders in evidence-based decision-making across Pakistan.
Legal Clinics
Transforming legal education to include practical components and instil a duty of ethics and responsibility in lawyers-in-training to improve the quality of legal professionals in Pakistan.
Accountability & Ethics
Providing independent oversight to ensure both governmental and non-governmental actions / policies are ethical and human rights compliant.
Access To Information
Compiling & sharing data and information in a safe and secure way to promote greater access to information on human rights and related themes in Pakistan.
Strategic Litigation
Compiling & sharing data and information in a safe and secure way to promote greater access to information on human rights and related themes in Pakistan.
Innovative-Thinking
Exploring new and creative means to fill the gaps in the existing legal and policy framework.
Advocacy
Supporting various human rights movements and encouraging youth participation in decision-making for the future.
Legal Aid
Promoting access to justice through provision of free legal advise for women & vulnerable groups.

Local Action, Global Impact

We work across Pakistan, driving legal reform, advocacy, and policy change to protect human rights and empower communities.

Our Work
Our Partners
  • ⁠⁠Karachi
    Lahore
    ⁠⁠Peshawar
    ⁠⁠Islamabad
    ⁠⁠Mirpur
    ⁠⁠Sheringal
    Mardan
    ⁠⁠Pakpattan
    Hyderabad
    ⁠⁠Quetta
    ⁠Thatta
    Multan
    Malakand
    Bahawalpur
    Naushahro Feroze
    Jamshoro
    Muzaffarabad
    Rawalpindi