Rozan

26/12/2025

🌟 Creating Awareness. Strengthening Accountability. Building Safer Systems. 🌟

Rozan successfully conducted a 1-Day Interactive Training on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (SEA), and Sexual Harassment (SH) for Contractors and Firms under the Punjab Urban Land Systems Enhancement-PULSE and Punjab Land Records Authority - PLRA Project in Lahore 🤝

Designed to move beyond basic awareness, the training emphasized practical understanding, ethical responsibility, and prevention strategies within professional and field-based work environments. Through interactive discussions, scenario-based learning, and reflective exercises, participants strengthened their ability to identify inappropriate behaviors, understand reporting mechanisms, and promote respectful conduct at all levels. 💬📘

Key discussions focused on power dynamics, consent, professional boundaries, and zero-tolerance policies, underscoring the vital role contractors and firms play in fostering safe, inclusive, and harassment-free workplaces. The session encouraged participants to critically reflect on their own responsibilities in preventing GBV, SEA, and SH while championing a culture of dignity, accountability, and respect. ⚖️✨

👏 We appreciate the active engagement and openness of all participants. By strengthening capacity at the operational level, this initiative supports safer systems, stronger institutions, and more responsible project implementation.

👉 Because sustainable development begins with safety, respect, and human dignity.

24/12/2025

🌟 Creating Awareness. Strengthening Accountability. Building Safer Systems. 🌟

Rozan conducted a 1-Day Interactive Training on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (SEA), and Sexual Harassment (SH) for Contractors and Firms under the Punjab Urban Land Systems Enhancement-PULSE and Punjab Land Records Authority - PLRA Project, Rawalpindi 🤝

The training was designed to go beyond awareness, focusing on practical understanding, ethical responsibilities, and preventive measures within professional and field-based work environments. Participants engaged in interactive discussions, scenario-based learning, and reflections to better recognize inappropriate behaviors, understand reporting mechanisms, and uphold standards of respectful conduct. 💬📘

Key themes included power dynamics, consent, professional boundaries, and zero-tolerance policies, highlighting the critical role contractors and firms play in ensuring safe, inclusive, and harassment-free workplaces. The session encouraged participants to reflect on their own roles and responsibilities in preventing GBV, SEA, and SH and promoting a culture of dignity and accountability. ⚖️✨

👏 We commend the active participation and openness of all attendees. By strengthening capacity at the operational level, this initiative contributes to safer systems, stronger institutions, and more responsible project implementation.

👉 Because sustainable development must be rooted in safety, respect, and human dignity.

24/12/2025

🌟 Building Skills. Inspiring Change. Strengthening Support Systems. 🌟

Rozan proudly conducted a 2-Day Intensive Training on Counselling Skills for Aga Khan Education Service, Pakistan (AKESP) Counsellors, bringing together learning, reflection, and practical application in a highly engaging environment. These two days were filled with meaningful discussions, hands-on activities, and real-life case reflections designed to enhance both professional competence and personal growth. 💬✨

The training focused on strengthening core counselling competencies such as active listening, empathy, ethical practice, emotional regulation, and effective communication. Through interactive sessions, role plays, and group exercises, counsellors explored ways to build trust, respond sensitively to diverse needs, and create safe, supportive spaces for individuals seeking guidance.

What truly stood out was the energy, openness, and dedication of the AKESP counsellors. Their willingness to learn, share experiences, and challenge themselves reflected a deep commitment to improving the quality of support they provide to their communities. 🌱

Rozan believes that empowered counsellors are key to fostering resilient individuals and healthier communities. This training was not just about developing skills it was about nurturing compassion, confidence, and collaboration.

👏 Thank you to AKESP counsellors for your passion and engagement. Together, we continue to invest in people who make a difference every day.

23/12/2025

23/12/2025

22/12/2025

✨ Breaking Barriers. Building Futures. ✨

Rozan was honoured at the Ministry of Human Rights (MoHR) during the celebration of “From Home to Workplace Women Lead Everywhere”, marking National Working Women Day 💼🌸

This meaningful occasion celebrated the leadership, resilience, and contributions of women across all spheres of life from homes to workplaces and beyond.

📌 A key milestone of the event was the signing of a Letter of Understanding (LOU) between Rozan and the Women Welfare and Development Center (MoHR), reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing women’s rights and empowerment.

The ceremony was held in the presence of the Honourable Secretary, Director General, and Directors of the Social Welfare Department, Ministry of Human Rights, along with Ms. Ismat Afridi, Director, Women Welfare and Development Center.

Together, we reaffirm our resolve to create inclusive spaces where women lead, thrive, and shape the future.

22/12/2025

✨ Building Champions for Change! ✨

For 5 powerful days, NCA brought together its partners for a Training of Trainers (T.O.T) on Promoting Positive Masculinities 💪🏽🌍

This transformative training focused on:
🔹 Challenging harmful gender norms
🔹 Promoting healthy, respectful masculinities
🔹 Strengthening community-led advocacy for gender equality
🔹 Equipping partners with practical tools to train others

By empowering trainers today, we’re shaping communities that value respect, equality, and shared responsibility tomorrow.

Together, we’re redefining what it means to be strong through empathy, accountability, and positive action.

👉 Stay tuned as these champions take the movement forward in their communities!

22/12/2025

💜 Healing Begins with Understanding and Care 💜

Survivors of gender-based violence need more than shelter they need compassion, patience, and the right support to heal.

Under the Project for Promoting, Rehabilitation, and Economic Empowerment of GBV Survivors (JICA Technical Cooperation Project), Rozan conducted a specialized training for staff of Transitional Homes under the Social Welfare Department (SWD), Punjab, focusing on psychosocial education and counseling for GBV survivors.

With the support of JICA, this initiative is strengthening frontline responders to:
✨ Provide trauma-informed care with empathy
✨ Create safe, survivor-centered environments
✨ Support survivors in expressing emotions, rebuilding confidence, and reclaiming their strength

🌱 Together, we are building spaces where survivors feel safe, supported, and empowered to move forward with dignity and hope.

20/12/2025

🚦 Building Safer, Stronger & More Inclusive Transit Spaces in Karachi! 🚦

The three-day Capacity Building Training for BRT Yellow Line-Sindh Mass Transit Authority (PIUs) staff has been successfully concluded along the Yellow Line BRTS Corridor, marking an important step toward safer public transport and healthier workplaces.

Designed to turn knowledge into action, the training focused on:

✅ Prevention and Mitigation of SEA/SH & GBV Risks
Participants explored real-life scenarios to understand where risks can emerge, how to recognize early warning signs, and what proactive steps can be taken to prevent misconduct before it happens.

✅ Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM)
Staff strengthened their understanding of how to ensure complaints and concerns are reported safely, handled with sensitivity, confidentiality, and fairness, and resolved in a timely and transparent manner.

✨ Learning by Doing ✨
The training came alive through case studies, role-plays, energizers, group discussions, and hands-on group activities. These interactive sessions encouraged open dialogue, teamwork, and reflection allowing participants to step into real-world situations, practice appropriate responses, and learn from one another in an engaging and supportive environment.

By combining practical exercises with meaningful discussions, participants walked away with not just information but confidence, clarity, and a shared responsibility to promote respectful behavior and zero tolerance for harassment.

🌱 The Impact
Equipped with these skills, staff are now better prepared to create safe, dignified, and inclusive spaces for commuters, colleagues, and communities along the Yellow Line BRTS Corridor.

💬 Your voice matters:
What actions do you think make the biggest difference in creating safe and inclusive workplaces and public services? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Together, we move closer to a transit system that prioritizes safety, respect, and accountability for all.

20/12/2025

🎓 Empowering Youth Through Skills & Certification!

Rozan successfully conducted the Level 3 Certification under the Power to the Youth Project, celebrating the remarkable achievements of talented students who demonstrated dedication and excellence throughout their learning journey.

Conducted in collaboration with NUtech University, these students from Islamabad and Rawalpindi showcased strong commitment and competence by successfully passing their CBTA exams, marking an important milestone in their professional development.

👏 We applaud their hard work and determination as they move forward equipped with skills to shape a more empowered and resilient future.

19/12/2025

🌍 Building Safer, Stronger, and More Inclusive Humanitarian Action

From 17–18 December 2025, the RSPs Gender Resource Group Meeting convened passionate practitioners and experts in Islamabad for two days of learning, reflection, and collaboration centered on gender-responsive and survivor-centered humanitarian action.

✨ What took center stage?
Participants explored practical tools and ethical approaches to strengthen protection and inclusion, including:
🔸 Safeguarding policies that work in real-world settings
🔸 Psychological First Aid (PFA) for compassionate humanitarian response
🔸 Safe disclosure, survivor-centered case management, and GBV/SEAH referral pathways
🔸 Gender analysis and risk assessment for informed programming
🔸 Disability-inclusive policies that leave no one behind

Guided by expert facilitators from Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN) Pakistan, Rozan, and Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP), the sessions fostered meaningful dialogue, shared learning, and actionable strategies rooted in dignity, safety, and accountability.

📍 Hill View Hotel, Islamabad
🤝 Strengthening capacities. Championing inclusion. Centering survivors.