Good Thinkers Organization

04/05/2026

Capacity Building Session for Nikah Registrars on Child Marriages Restraint Act 2026, going to be conducted in Kasur.





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03/05/2026

Child Rights Protection is our common Responsibility. GTO Pakistan held capacity Building session with its staff at GTO Office in Kasur

24/04/2026

Child Marriage under 18 is a Non-Bailable Offence in Punjab. Awareness is the first step toward prevention.

Good Thinkers Organization-Pakistan proudly announces an Online Capacity Building Workshop on the Child Marriage Restraint Ordinance 2026 to strengthen legal awareness and collective action for child rights protection.

This important session will bring together lawyers, religious leaders, Nikah Registrars, youth, civil society organizations, media representatives, and members of the Child Rights Protection Network Punjab to understand the law, its penalties, responsibilities, and practical implementation.

The workshop will be facilitated by Waqas Abid, Advocate High Court, President of Good Thinkers Organization-Pakistan.

📅 **Date:** 25 April 2026
⏰ **Time:** 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM
📲 **WhatsApp Registration:** 0322-6812700
🌐 **Website:** [www.gtopakistan.org](http://www.gtopakistan.org)

Ending child marriage requires knowledge, courage, and united action. Join us to protect children, defend their future, and build a safer Pakistan.

23/04/2026

🚭 Creating Smoke-Free Public Spaces for a Healthier Pakistan 🌿

Good Thinkers Organization–Pakistan is actively promoting public health awareness by installing panaflex banners in public parks, hospitals, and other public places with a clear legal message:

Smoking is strictly prohibited by law in hospitals, parks, and public places.

This initiative aims to protect children, women, patients, senior citizens, and all community members from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke while encouraging respect for public health laws.

A smoke-free environment is not only a legal requirement — it is a shared social responsibility. Let us work together to make our cities cleaner, healthier, and safer for everyone.

🚭 Say No to Smoking in Public Places
🌱 Protect Public Health
⚖️ Respect the Law
🤝 Build a Responsible Society

23/04/2026

🤝 **Strategic Meeting for Youth Empowerment in Kasur**

The GTO Team held a productive meeting with **Prof. Ali Hameed, Deputy Director Colleges, Kasur**, to discuss collaborative initiatives for youth empowerment and awareness.

Good Thinkers Organization and the Higher Education Department Kasur have joined hands to promote awareness of laws, constitutional rights, civic responsibilities, and leadership values among youth. This partnership aims to equip young people with the knowledge and confidence needed to become informed citizens and positive changemakers.

GTO sincerely appreciates Prof. Ali Hameed for his kind support, visionary leadership, and commitment to youth development. Together, we look forward to creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation.

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

🚭 Public Notice

Smoking is strictly prohibited by law in hospitals, parks, and other public places. Violations may result in fines and legal action.

Let us work together to protect public health, respect shared spaces, and create a cleaner environment for everyone.

Clean Air, Healthy Society 🌿

22/04/2026

Good Thinkers Organization-Pakistan proudly presented a souvenir to the **Principal of Post Graduate College Kasur** in recognition of his outstanding services, valuable support, and continued facilitation for the protection and promotion of child rights.

His commitment to education, youth development, and social responsibility has played an important role in advancing awareness and collective action for child protection in the district.

GTO highly appreciates his leadership and partnership in creating safer environments for children and empowering the next generation through education and advocacy.

Together, strong institutions and committed leaders can build a brighter future for every child.

22/04/2026

**FCTC Article 5.3 is a critical global safeguard that protects public health policies from to***co industry interference.** To strengthen awareness and action in Punjab, Good Thinkers Organization–Pakistan organized a comprehensive Capacity Building Workshop for NGOs, CSOs, social activists, and community stakeholders on **WHO FCTC Article 5.3** and to***co control policies.
The workshop highlighted how to***co companies often attempt to influence policymaking through corporate social responsibility initiatives, partnerships, lobbying, and indirect engagement. Participants discussed practical ways civil society can help monitor such interference, promote transparency, support enforcement agencies, and advocate for stronger implementation of to***co control laws.
GTO-Pakistan emphasized that NGOs and CSOs in Punjab have a powerful role in protecting communities, supporting evidence-based policymaking, mobilizing citizens, engaging media, and ensuring that health interests always come before to***co profits.
Building an informed and united civil society is essential for creating a healthier, safer, and to***co-free Pakistan.

21/04/2026

This is not just a group photo — it is a powerful **commitment for change.**

Good Thinkers Organization-Pakistan is empowering youth to become leaders, advocates, and agents of change by building their capacity on important laws and social justice issues. As part of this mission, GTO organized a mega awareness event on the **Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Ordinance 2026**, bringing together youth, civil society, legal professionals, and community stakeholders.

After the event, participants pledged to work collectively for the protection of children’s rights in Pakistan, prevention of child marriage, and stronger support systems for survivors of child sexual violence (CSV).

When youth rise with knowledge, courage, and unity, societies transform. This moment reflects hope, leadership, and a shared promise to create a safer future for every child.

Together, we stand for dignity.
Together, we stand for justice.
Together, we stand for every child.
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20/04/2026

Empowering the Future: Ending Child Marriage in Kasur! 🚫💍

Today, the Good Thinkers Organization proudly hosted a pivotal awareness session on the Child Marriages Restraint Ordinance 2026 at the Government Post Graduate College-Kasur.

We were honored to be joined by the College Principal and dedicated faculty, but the true highlight was engaging with 72 brilliant youth members from the Department of Political Science.

Our message today was clear: Childhood is for learning, not for marriage. When we talk about the Child Marriages Restraint Ordinance 2026, we are not just discussing legal clauses; we are discussing the fundamental right of every child to a childhood, to education, and to a future defined by their own choices. The energy and commitment shown by the students today proved that the youth of Kasur are ready to lead this change.

Education is the strongest weapon against harmful traditions. Together, we are building a movement to enforce this ordinance and safeguard the dignity of our next generation. 📚✨

Join the movement. Support the law. Protect our children.
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