Communication for Development Center

12/09/2025

"C4D [Communication for Development] is more than just a method to disseminate information; it provides everyone with a chance to participate in the development process."

Read more in this RCS blog by Aqeel Arshad, founder of the Communication for Development Center in Pakistan: http://www.cccomdev.org/rcs/harnessing-the-c4d-approach-to-increase-agricultural-productivity-in-pakistan/

19/07/2025

M.Sc. (Hons) Communication for Development – Admissions open at Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi

The only program focused on using communication, participation, and innovation to address global challenges in climate, food security, ICTs, rural development, and more.

Shape the future. Apply now!

Career Opportunities:

1)International NGOs i.e. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), United Nations Development Programme - UNDP, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), IOM - UN Migration, GIZ,German International Cooperation , Oxfam, UNICEF, Plan International

2) National NGOs i.e. NRSP - National Rural Support Programme, AKRSP, TRDP, Strengthening Participatory Organization - SPO

3) National/Provincial Miniseries i.e. Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Agriculture, Ministry of Climate Change, Govt of Pakistan

4) Agricultural and Rural Development Departments, Extension Dept, Rural Projects

5) Academia and Research Organizations

6) Community Media Platforms i.e. Radio, storytelling

7) Communication for Development (C4D) Consultancy

PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi UPLB College of Development Communication Agriculture, Policy & Development at the University of Reading Communication for Development Ltd Pakistan Centre for Development Communication (PCDC) The Ohio State University Malmö University UQ Centre for Communication and Social Change Development Communication Connections Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI)University of the Punjab

10/06/2025

Read lastest article “The Rise of Development Communication in Pakistan”, by our founder Aqeel Randhawa, now published by cccomdev, a global platform on rural communication led by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and University of the Philippines Los Baños.

International development organizations such as the FAO, UNDP, and World Bank have been helping national governments and non-government organizations in supporting development initiatives globally,…

05/06/2025

Today is World Environment Day but for us in Pakistan, every day is a reminder of how urgently we need to care for our environment. From rising temperatures to floods and polluted air, the impacts of climate change are no longer distant—they are here, and they’re affecting lives across the count...

13/03/2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Robert Agunga, an esteemed African American Communication for Development (C4D) expert.

Dr. Agunga was a visionary leader and a dedicated development practitioner who worked tirelessly to combat poverty through various projects in Africa and Pakistan. He strongly advocated for the establishment of a C4D center in Pakistan at the regional (divisional) level, aiming to transform key sectors such as agriculture, environment, health, and education.

As the Principal Investigator of the first and only development communication research project in Pakistan, Dr. Agunga played a pivotal role in improving the country's extension system to support sustainable rural development.

Unfortunately, during the last year of his project in Pakistan, he faced health issues that prevented the establishment of the planned C4D centers. However, in honor of his vision and dedication, a private C4D center has now been initiated to carry forward his mission and continue promoting development communication.

His passing is a profound loss to the global development community, but his legacy will live on through the work he inspired.

May his soul rest in peace.🌺

08/03/2025

My Journey in Development Communication – A Step Toward Change This picture takes me back to 2018 when I was at the registration desk for a workshop on Communication for Development (C4D) in Peshawar, Pakistan. The event was part of a USAID-funded project aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s agricu...

28/02/2025

20/02/2025

See how our Department of Media & DevCom University of the Punjab is shaping the future of learning!

In a recent activity, our students, along with visiting lecturer Aqeel Randhawa, created an inspiring video for the Development Support Communication course. 🎥

DevCom students are gearing up to bridge gaps in the development sector and serve our country with innovative solutions. 🌍

03/02/2025

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/communication-for-development-pakistan_improving-project-success-through-communication-activity-7291843369574526976-o2tF?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android

This document shares key lessons from project evaluations, highlighting the role of communication in development success. It shows how effective communication…