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Disaster ManagementMay 2026
CDF Launches 2026 Heatwave Anticipatory Action in Jacobabad
In partnership with Start Network, CDF has initiated heatwave preparedness activities in Jacobabad — training para-medics, establishing community cooling centres, and setting up an ice bank to protect communities during the 2026 heatwave season.
20 Non-Formal Education Centres Now Open Across Jacobabad
CDF and the Directorate of Literacy and Non-Formal Education (DLNFE) have successfully launched 20 NFE centres in District Jacobabad, enrolling over 600 out-of-school children in accelerated learning programmes.
SARTIYAN SATH: 300 Women Empowered Through Self-Help Groups
The SARTIYAN SATH programme, supported by Kindernothilfe, has formed and trained self-help groups across Jacobabad, enabling women to start small businesses and advocate for their children's rights.
Youth Lead Climate Resilience Through British Council Partnership
Young leaders from District Shikarpur completed the Pakistan Youth Leadership Initiative — developing community climate plans and advocating for local climate policy.
HPV Vaccination Drive Reaches Adolescent Girls in Jacobabad
CDF and IHHN have reached thousands of girls aged 9–14 in low-performing union councils across Jacobabad with HPV vaccination and community health awareness.
CDF completed a rapid humanitarian response in Nasirababad and Jhal Magsi districts of Balochistan in partnership with Start Network, addressing climate hazard-related needs.
EQUIP Programme Concludes After Four Years of Electoral Reform Work
CDF wrapped up the EQUIP project — a four-year electoral quality initiative in Jacobabad, Kashmore, and Shikarpur funded by TDEA, producing significant voter education and civic engagement outcomes.
Youth Trained to Counter Violent Extremism in Sindh and Balochistan
Through UNODC and NACTA funding, CDF completed social media and communication skills training for youth in six districts, building capacity to counter violent extremism narratives online.
