Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan

06/03/2026

CRF – Visit to NRSP Regional Office, Sargodha

Advocate Sanawar Balam, Chairperson of the Centre for Resource and Facilitation (CRF) and Member of the District Human Rights Committee Sargodha, visited the Regional Office of the National Rural Support Programme (NRSP) in Sargodha along with his team.

During the visit, Project Coordinator Mr. Altaf provided a comprehensive briefing on NRSP’s ongoing programs, community development initiatives, and its role in supporting vulnerable and marginalized communities across the region. The discussion highlighted NRSP’s efforts in poverty reduction, livelihood support, and community empowerment.

The meeting also explored ways to work together in the future between CRF and NRSP to strengthen community development, promote human rights awareness, and improve support for disadvantaged and marginalized communities in Sargodha.

Advocate Sanawar Balam appreciated NRSP's dedication and impactful work and acknowledged the organization’s continued commitment to social development, poverty alleviation, and community empowerment.

06/03/2026

CRF – Visit to NRSP Regional Office, Sargodha

Advocate Sanawar Balam, Chairperson of the Centre for Resource and Facilitation (CRF) and Member of the District Human Rights Committee Sargodha, visited the Regional Office of the National Rural Support Programme (NRSP) in Sargodha along with his team.

During the visit, Project Coordinator Mr. Altaf provided a comprehensive briefing on NRSP’s ongoing programs, community development initiatives, and its role in supporting vulnerable and marginalized communities across the region. The discussion highlighted NRSP’s efforts in poverty reduction, livelihood support, and community empowerment.

The meeting also explored opportunities for future collaboration between CRF and NRSP to strengthen community development initiatives, promote human rights awareness, and enhance support mechanisms for disadvantaged and marginalized communities in Sargodha.

Advocate Sanawar Balam appreciated the dedication and impactful work of NRSP and acknowledged the organization’s continuous commitment to social development, poverty alleviation, and community empowerment.

12/06/2025

Promoting Diversity and Peaceful Coexistence through Digital Media

12/06/2025

Theme: Promoting Diversity and Peaceful Coexistence through Digital Media
Organized by: Christian Study Centre, Rawalpindi
Supported by: Centre for Resource and Facilitation, Pakistan.
Venue: Queen's Hotel, Sargodha.
Reported by: Advocate Sanawar Balam
Chairperson, Centre for Resource and Facilitation, Pakistan

Overview:
Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan (CRFP), with the support of Christian Study Centre Rawalpindi, conducted a one-day youth training session aimed at equipping young individuals with the knowledge and tools to promote peace, human rights, and interfaith harmony using digital media.

The session brought together a diverse group of youth from various faith and ethnic communities with a common purpose: to foster mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and responsible digital engagement in their communities.

Objectives:
To empower youth with knowledge of human rights and their violations.

To provide practical tools for using digital and social media as a means of advocacy.

To enhance understanding of digital safety and responsible media use.

To promote peacebuilding and interfaith harmony through collaborative civil society action.

Sessions & Resource Persons:
🔹 Advocate Sanawar Balam (Chairperson, CRFP)
Delivered an insightful session on Human Rights and Their Violations, exploring the critical role of youth in promoting justice and equality. The session highlighted how digital campaigns can be effectively used to amplify marginalized voices and raise awareness of rights-based issues.

🔹 Mr. Basir Nayyar
Conducted a highly engaging session on Digital Media and Digital Security, addressing the importance of safe and ethical use of social platforms. Participants were guided on how to protect their digital identity and utilize online tools to spread peace-oriented messages.

🔹 Mrs. Wajahat
Led a reflective and inspiring discussion on Promoting Peace and Interfaith Harmony. Her session emphasized the importance of empathy, dialogue, and grassroots peacebuilding efforts in multicultural societies.

Key Outcomes:
Increased awareness among youth about human rights frameworks and mechanisms.

Enhanced capacity to create and manage peace-promoting digital content.

Improved understanding of digital security protocols.

Strengthened interfaith understanding and cooperation among participants.

Way Forward:
CRFP plans to:

Conduct follow-up workshops with a focus on youth-led social media campaigns.

Build a youth digital peace ambassadors network across Punjab.

Collaborate with civil society and faith-based organizations to further promote inclusive digital advocacy and interfaith harmony.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Christian Study Centre, Rawalpindi, our guest trainers, and all participants for their active engagement and contribution to this important initiative. Together, we are nurturing a generation committed to peace, rights, and coexistence.

Advocate Sanawar Balam
Chairperson
Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan
📧 [email protected] | ☎️ +923006005226
📍 Sargodha, Pakistan

12/06/2025

Theme: Promoting Diversity and Peaceful Coexistence through Digital Media
Organized by: Christian Study Centre, Rawalpindi
Supported by: Centre for Resource and Facilitation, Pakistan.
Venue: Queen's Hotel Sargodha.
Reported by: Advocate Sanawar Balam
*Chairperson, Centre for Resource and Facilitation, Pakistan

Overview:
Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan (CRFP), with the support of Christian Study Centre Rawalpindi, conducted a one-day youth training session aimed at equipping young individuals with the knowledge and tools to promote peace, human rights, and interfaith harmony using digital media.

The session brought together a diverse group of youth from various faith and ethnic communities with a common purpose: to foster mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and responsible digital engagement in their communities.

Objectives:
To empower youth with knowledge of human rights and their violations.

To provide practical tools for using digital and social media as a means of advocacy.

To enhance understanding of digital safety and responsible media use.

To promote peacebuilding and interfaith harmony through collaborative civil society action.

Sessions & Resource Persons:
🔹 Advocate Sanawar Balam (Chairperson, CRFP)
Delivered an insightful session on Human Rights and Their Violations, exploring the critical role of youth in promoting justice and equality. The session highlighted how digital campaigns can be effectively used to amplify marginalized voices and raise awareness of rights-based issues.

🔹 Mr. Basir Nayyar
Conducted a highly engaging session on Digital Media and Digital Security, addressing the importance of safe and ethical use of social platforms. Participants were guided on how to protect their digital identity and utilize online tools to spread peace-oriented messages.

🔹 Mrs. Wajahat
Led a reflective and inspiring discussion on Promoting Peace and Interfaith Harmony. Her session emphasized the importance of empathy, dialogue, and grassroots peacebuilding efforts in multicultural societies.

Key Outcomes:
Increased awareness among youth about human rights frameworks and mechanisms.

Enhanced capacity to create and manage peace-promoting digital content.

Improved understanding of digital security protocols.

Strengthened interfaith understanding and cooperation among participants.

Way Forward:
CRFP plans to:

Conduct follow-up workshops with a focus on youth-led social media campaigns.

Build a youth digital peace ambassadors network across Punjab.

Collaborate with civil society and faith-based organizations to further promote inclusive digital advocacy and interfaith harmony.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Christian Study Centre, Rawalpindi, our guest trainers, and all participants for their active engagement and contribution to this important initiative. Together, we are nurturing a generation committed to peace, rights, and coexistence.

Advocate Sanawar Balam
Chairperson
Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan
📧 [email protected] | ☎️ +923006005226
📍 Sargodha, Pakistan

12/06/2025

30/04/2025

Unity in Diversity – Interfaith Harmony Festival

An inspiring Interfaith Harmony Festival titled "Unity in Diversity" was organized by the Christian Study Centre and the Centre for Resource and Facilitation Pakistan with the support of the District Human Rights & Interfaith Committee, Police Misaaq Centre, and the District Administration of Sargodha at Gymkhana Club Sargodha.

The event brought together people from different faiths — celebrating peace, mutual respect, and shared humanity. It was a beautiful reminder that unity in diversity is our greatest strength.
Proud to be a part of this wonderful initiative!
Sinawar Balam Advocate.

Member, District Human Rights / Interfaith Committee - Sargodha