About Us
About Us
BACKGROUND
AWAM is an Urdu word that means “Common People.” Additionally, AWAM is an acronym for the Association of Women for Awareness and Motivation. The organization emerged in 2006 and was registered with the Joint Stock Companies under the Society Act, 1860, in October 2007, as a non-governmental and non-political organization. AWAM was initially formed by ten young Christian human rights activists from low economic backgrounds, dedicated to protecting and promoting human rights, particularly for working women in the informal sector, including home-based workers and domestic workers. Over time, AWAM expanded its mandate to include religious minorities and persons with disabilities.
VISION
The AWAM envisioned for promoting a just, peaceful and inclusive society where diversities are respected and treated equally.
MISSION
The AWAM strives to empower the disadvantaged groups particularly Women, Persons with Disabilities, and Religious Minorities by contributing towards government and civil society’s effort through adopting innovative and sustainable approaches of social mobilization, capacity building, and behavioural change communication.
OBJECTIVE
- To strengthen the capacities of different segments of society in the context of equality of citizenship and opportunity for the recognition of the marginalized sections, i.e., women, persons with disabilities and religious minority, and bridge the gap between the mentioned groups and state-institution/authorities,
- To take initiatives to meet the un-tackled needs and problems of women and empower them for playing their role in practical politics & policy-making regarding social issues and structures based on democratic norms and values,
- To assist deserving women legally irrespective of race, religion, caste or creed for ensuring their access to justice, and invite the media attention to the need of emphasizing the status of the family, and highlight women’s positive image and role in community development,
- To promote peaceful coexistence, cultural and other social activities through motivational endeavors, awareness campaigns, cultural programs, and celebration of international days.
6630
Women and Young Girls Facilitated
7800
Persons with Disabilities Facilitated
280+
Youth Capacitated And Mobilized
19
Year of experience
THEMATIC AREAS
HUMAN RIGHT EDUCATION AT GRASSROOTS LEVEL FOCUSING ON YOUTH
RESEARCH AND POLICY ANALYSIS FOR IDENTIFYING THE GAPS
INFLUENCING
AUTHORITIES AND POLITICAL DECISION-MAKERS
CONNECTING COMMUNITIES WITH SOCIAL PROTECTION SHCEMES
The Team
Our Experts
Mike Rich
Lead Architect
Jenny Smith
Head Engineer (US)
George Doe
Head Engineer (CN)
Maria Jay
Head Engineer (AU)
Sustainability
Committed To Keep People Healthy & Safe
AWAM Action Groups
AWAM Pakistan has established different groups to counter issues concerning Women, Persons with Disabilities, Religious minorities and Youth.
- Women Human Rights Defender Forums (WHRDF)
- Association of Women Home Based and Domestic Workers
- Local Advocacy Group (LAG)
- Minority Caucus (MC
- Disability Rights Action Group (DRAG)
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- District Action Committee (DAC) for Social Harmony
- Young Resilient Women Circle (YRWC
Trust and Worth
Our Clients
