Introduction: PODA is a women right NGO working for the promotion and protection of human rights in rural areas of Pakistan by conducting evidence-based research, rights-based programming, and impact-oriented advocacy for a cohesive and democratic society. Our current programs include climate change education, women’s rights advocacy, and constitutional rights education.
Mission
PODA’s mission is to facilitate the empowerment of rural women, youth and minorities through education, livelihood skills, legal literacy and human rights advocacy to build a democratic society.
Vision
PODA’s vision is a democratic society based on gender equity and economic justice where all people can enjoy their “Right to Development”.
PODA Management Team
Sameena Nazir Executive Director
Saleema Munir Director Programs
Tahira Zahra Finance Manager
Bakhtawar Bashir Manager Admin/HR
Naheeda Abbasi Manager, PODA Alliance for Rural Women Leadership (PARWL)
Program Department
Khawaja Zahid Nasim Manager, Democracy & Human Rights Education Program
Nabeela Aslam Project Manager Reduce Early Marriages to Enhance Gender Equality
Parkha Khan M & E Manager Reduce Early Marriages to Enhance Gender Equality