Rozan

02/10/2026

Day 2 | Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026

Rozan was pleased to participate in Day 2 of the Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026, focused on Research, Education, Innovation and Future Systems.

The day featured important discussions on su***de prevention among young people, digital mental health, substance use and mental health, youth mental health initiatives, research and academic excellence, and strengthening collaboration across mental health systems.

The sessions also highlighted the importance of turning commitments into collective action, promoting innovation, and strengthening partnerships for more accessible and responsive mental health support across Pakistan.

Representing Rozan, Dr. Ambreen, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist; Fouzia Yasmin, Clinical Psychologist & Program Director, Rozan; and Meerab Lodhi, Senior Program Manager and Psychologist, participated in the summit and engaged in discussions on advancing evidence-based, inclusive and future-ready mental health approaches.

Rozan remains committed to supporting collaborative efforts that strengthen mental health research, services and systems for children, young people and communities.

02/10/2026

Day 1 | Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026

Rozan was pleased to participate in Day 1 of the Pakistan Global Mental Health Summit 2026 in Islamabad, centred on Policy, Advocacy and National Commitments for strengthening mental health systems in Pakistan.

The day brought together national leadership, experts and key stakeholders for important discussions on mental health policy, translating evidence into national action, climate-resilient mental health systems, and strengthening child and adolescent mental health services.

A key focus of the day was ensuring that lived experiences and real voices remain central to shaping meaningful, inclusive and responsive mental health policies and services.

Representing Rozan, Dr. Ambreen, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist; Fouzia Yasmin, Clinical Psychologist & Program Director, Rozan; and Meerab Lodhi, Senior Program Manager and Psychologist, participated in the summit and contributed to conversations around building more inclusive, responsive and future-ready mental health support for children, young people and communities.

Rozan looks forward to continuing its engagement and supporting collective efforts toward stronger and more accessible mental health systems in Pakistan.

02/10/2026

Strengthening male engagement to prevent gender-based violence

The National Male Involvement Strategy to Prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has been developed through a participatory and consultative process led by the Ministry of Human Rights (MoHR), with technical support from UNFPA and Rozan.

A Technical Advisory Group (TAG), comprising experts from civil society organizations, feminist activists, academia, and representatives from all four provinces, provided technical oversight and guidance throughout the development process.

To ensure the Strategy reflects Pakistan’s diverse contexts and local realities, five provincial consultations were held across the four provinces and the Federal Capital. These consultations brought together civil society, academics, community representatives, and other stakeholders to examine existing approaches to engaging men in preventing violence against women, identify challenges, and propose relevant and strategic actions.

The process was further strengthened through a validation workshop with key stakeholders involved in the development of the Strategy.

The National Male Involvement Strategy was launched on 24 September by the Ministry of Human Rights, UNFPA and Rozan, with the participation of Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, representatives of the Netherlands, male champions, civil society, and other stakeholders.

The Strategy provides a framework for meaningful male engagement in efforts to prevent and respond to gender-based violence and promote safer, more equitable communities.

01/10/2026

Rozan has taken another step forward in strengthening Transitional Home staff capacity. Following our session on Ethical Attitude, today’s online training focused on GBV Case Management its steps and survivor‑centered approach.

Participants explored how structured case management can ensure survivors’ safety, dignity, and informed choice at every stage. The training emphasized that each step from assessment to planning, implementation, and closure must be guided by survivors’ voices and decisions.

By engaging religious teachers, wardens, vocational instructors, psychologists, SROs, and Incharges together, we are building a shared commitment: Transitional Homes are not places of control, but spaces of empowerment, healing, and hope.

This session reinforces Rozan’s vision that survivors lead their own recovery journeys, while staff stand beside them with respect, empathy, and accountability.

Advocacy, Strength, Hope, Action the values that continue to guide us.

29/09/2026

🌿 Building Resilience, Strengthening Well-being

Rozan conducted two-day pilot sessions on the Trauma Buster Technique (TBT) for Rozan staff.

The sessions introduced TBT as an approach to understanding and working with emotional distress, trauma-related experiences, and phobias. They provided a safe space for learning, reflection, and exploring supportive approaches that can contribute to personal and professional well-being.

These pilot sessions mark a step towards strengthening awareness around emotional well-being and building resilience within the workplace.

29/09/2026

28/09/2026

28/09/2026

Rozan held an online training on Ethical Attitude with Transitional Home staff. For the very first time, religious teachers, wardens, and vocational instructors joined alongside psychologists, SROs, and Incharges creating a diverse learning space united by one purpose: placing survivors at the center of care.

The session emphasized that staff are partners in recovery. A survivor‑centered approach means dignity, safety, and self‑determination are non‑negotiable. Through case studies and reflective dialogue, participants explored how empathy, confidentiality, and respectful communication can transform the healing journey.

This inclusive training is more than knowledge sharing it is a step toward building homes where survivors feel heard, supported, and empowered to make their own choices. Together, we strengthen the values of Advocacy, Strength, Hope, and Action to ensure every survivor’s voice leads the way.

25/09/2026

Rozan collaborated in the launch of the National Strategy on Male Involvement to Prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV), initiated by the Federal Ministry of Human Rights with technical support from UNFPA.

The strategy provides a framework to engage men and boys as partners in preventing violence against women and girls and advancing gender equality.

The launch event in Islamabad, led by Federal Minister for Human Rights Mr. Azam Nazeer Tarar, brought together government representatives, UNFPA, the Embassy of the Netherlands in Pakistan, development partners, civil society organizations, and male champions to reaffirm collective efforts towards preventing GBV and creating safer, more inclusive communities.

Through its collaboration, Rozan continues to support initiatives that promote gender equality, awareness, and prevention of violence in Pakistan.

24/09/2026