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    Centre of Excellence for Rural Development: Committed to Service Delivery and Community Empowerment

    Since 2007, the Centre of Excellence for Rural Development (CERD) has been dedicated to providing essential services to internally displaced and conflict-affected populations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Ex-FATA (Tribal Districts). Our comprehensive support includes a wide array of services such as:

    Comprehensive Services Offered

    • Health & Nutrition: Ensuring access to vital healthcare and nutrition programs.
    • Child Protection: Safeguarding the rights and well-being of children.
    • WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene): Implementing projects to promote hygiene and provide clean water.
    • Food and Non-Food Items: Distributing essential supplies to those in need.
    • Shelter: Providing safe and secure housing solutions.
    • Gender Services: Promoting gender equality and empowering women.
    • Camp Coordination & Management: Facilitating effective management of displaced populations.
    • Community Services: Engaging communities in various support initiatives.
    • Vocational Training: Offering skill development programs to enhance livelihoods.
    • Infrastructure Development: Building critical community infrastructure.
    • Cash for Work and Livelihood Initiatives: Supporting income-generating activities.

    Since 2008, we have also extended our services to flood-affected communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Ex-FATA, reaching hundreds of thousands impacted by conflict, floods, and earthquakes.

    Support for Afghan Refugees

    CERD is actively engaged in supporting Afghan refugees, both in camps and host communities. Our services include:

    • WASH: Providing clean water and sanitation facilities.
    • Vocational Training: Equipping individuals with skills for better livelihood opportunities.
    • Infrastructure Development: Enhancing community facilities.
    • Social Cohesion and Peace Building: Fostering harmony and integration between refugees and local communities.

    Focused Development Programs

    Our development programs specifically target disadvantaged and underprivileged communities throughout Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Ex-FATA. Key areas of focus include:

    • Strengthening Legal Aid and Civil Defense Services: Promoting access to justice and safety.
    • Promoting Good Governance: Encouraging transparency and accountability in community leadership.
    • Health & Nutrition Services: Enhancing overall community health and well-being.
    • Protecting Women and Childrens Rights: Advocating for and safeguarding the rights of vulnerable populations.
    • Improving Community Infrastructure: Developing essential services and facilities.
    • Implementing Agriculture, Livelihood, and Cash for Work Initiatives: Supporting economic empowerment and sustainability.

    At CERD, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Our holistic approach to service delivery and development empowers communities, fosters resilience, and promotes sustainable growth in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and beyond.