Youth Empowerment

Youth Empowerment - Azat Foundation

Our Vision

We envision a Balochistan where every young person is empowered, educated, and engagedβ€”actively contributing to their communities and leading the way toward a more just, inclusive, and resilient society.

Program Goals

Five key pillars driving youth transformation

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Education & Skills

Expand access to quality education, skills development, and employment opportunities for youth.

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Civic Leadership

Strengthen youth civic participation and leadership in governance, peacebuilding, and community development.

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Critical Thinking

Promote critical thinking, rights awareness, and democratic values among young people.

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Entrepreneurship

Support youth entrepreneurship and job readiness, connecting them to local markets and mentorship.

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Youth Advocacy

Empower youth-led advocacy, innovation, and community action through inclusive platforms.

Key Interventions

Transforming lives through targeted programs

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Civic Education & Leadership

  • βœ“Active Citizenship Program with British Council
  • βœ“Interactive peacebuilding trainings
  • βœ“Safe spaces for dialogue and creativity

Impact Areas

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Peacebuilding

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Interfaith Harmony

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Gender Equality

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Democratic Values

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Skill Building & Employability

  • βœ“Market-relevant technical training
  • βœ“Career counseling and job fairs
  • βœ“Microenterprise support

Training Partners

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NAVTTC
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GIZ
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IRP
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Youth in Governance

  • βœ“Election officer training
  • βœ“Voter registration campaigns
  • βœ“Public service monitoring

Democratic Participation

Electoral Integrity
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Civic Responsibility
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Political Voice
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Mental Health & Wellbeing

  • βœ“Psychosocial support programs
  • βœ“Life skills development
  • βœ“Peer education networks

Support Areas

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Mental Health Support
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GBV Prevention
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Reproductive Health
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Rights Awareness

Impact Highlights

Measurable change across Balochistan

5,000
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Youth Engaged

Leadership & civic programs

600
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Skills Trained

Technical & entrepreneurial

2,500
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Voters Mobilized

Electoral participation

10
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Districts Reached

Across Balochistan

Where We Work

Reaching remote and conflict-affected communities

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Noshki

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Chagai

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Kharan

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Washuk

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Awaran

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Quetta

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Lasbela

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Kalat

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Khuzdar

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& Beyond

Strategic Partners

Amplifying reach and sustainability

UN

UNOPS & UNFPA

BC

British Council

US

USAID

NV

NAVTTC

Why This Work Matters

"When youth are empowered with skills, knowledge, and platforms for engagement, they become the driving force for positive change in their communities and beyond."