# akrsp.org.pk


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- [Scaling Clean Cooking Solutions in Northern Pakistan](https://akrsp.org.pk/scaling-clean-cooking-solutions-in-northern-pakistan/): In the high-altitude regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, where fragile ecosystems and vast glaciers make communities highly vulnerable to climate change, households have traditionally depended on wood-burning stoves for daily cooking. While these stoves meet basic needs, they also contribute to deforestation, carbon emissions, and indoor air pollution, with women and children facing the greatest health risks. To address this challenge, AKRSP joined hands with Third Pole Solutions to introduce energy-efficient electric cookstoves in areas with surplus electricity. What started as a simple idea has quickly grown into a large-scale effort, reaching some of the most remote mountain communities. In […]
- [𝐀𝐊𝐑𝐒𝐏 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐥𝐠𝐢𝐭; 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔](https://akrsp.org.pk/%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%8a%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%92%f0%9d%90%8f-%f0%9d%90%8a%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%9c%f0%9d%90%a4-%f0%9d%90%92%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%ac-%f0%9d%90%92/): Gilgit: The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in collaboration with the Secretariat of Higher, Technical & Special Education, formally launched its Spring Plantation Drive at Ruth Pfau Government Girls Inter College Sultanabad, Gilgit. The inauguration drive was organised under the European Union-funded Energy Plus Project, which promotes sustainable environmental practices and the adoption of clean energy solutions in the region. Secretary Fareed Ahmad inaugurated the drive. Addressing the ceremony, he highlighted the critical importance of afforestation in countering the growing impacts of climate change. He noted that climate change has severely affected Gilgit-Baltistan, with rising temperatures, glacial melt and […]
- [𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐣𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐥, 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐀𝐊𝐑𝐒𝐏 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐡](https://akrsp.org.pk/%f0%9d%90%83%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%a1-%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%a6%f0%9d%90%9b%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%9d%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ab/): The Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, Ms. Maja Mortensen, visited the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) interventions in Thatta and Sujawal districts of Sindh to review progress under the Sindh Coastal Resilience Integrated Programme (SCRIP). She was accompanied by Mr. Peter Emil Nielsen, Deputy Head of Mission; Mr. Hussein Tajani, Chairman AKRSP; and Mr. Akhtar Iqbal, CEO of the Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan (AKFP). During the visit, the Ambassador was briefed on AKRSP’s integrated initiatives aimed at strengthening climate resilience in coastal communities, focusing on sustainable livelihoods, regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and health and nutrition. In District Sujawal, she […]
- [Coalition of Employers (CoE) Convention– Connecting Employers, Youth, and the Future of Work in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral](https://akrsp.org.pk/coalition-of-employers-coe-convention-connecting-employers-youth-and-the-future-of-work-in-gilgit-baltistan-and-chitral/): By Fouzia Qazi, Programme Manager, Work & Enterprise Gilgit hosted the 2025 National Coalition of Employers (COE) Convention on 16 November 2025, bringing together employers, government institutions, tech companies, freelancers, youth, and development partners to discuss how to strengthen the Future of Work ecosystem in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. Organised under the Global Affairs Canada-funded BEST4WEER project and delivered in partnership with Tech Alphalogix, the convention focused on building stronger employer networks and improving pathways to skills, jobs, and entrepreneurship—particularly in the IT and digital services sectors. Why Future of Work Matters in GB and Chitral As freelancing, digital work, and […]
- [𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟕𝟔 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥-𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬](https://akrsp.org.pk/%f0%9d%90%94%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%af%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%b2-%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%9f-%f0%9d%90%81%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a5%f0%9d%90%ad/): The University of Baltistan, in collaboration with the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), organised a four-day training programme under the Career Advancement through Readiness and Employment (CARE) initiative for final-year students. Organised under the GAC-funded BEST4WEER project, this cohort included 76 students from various departments of the University of Baltistan who were trained by faculty members that had earlier completed Training of Trainers-ToT under the CARE framework. The programme focused on developing essential competencies such as career planning, adaptability, communication, and problem-solving, equipping participants to navigate the job market and explore opportunities in emerging sectors. The closing ceremony was […]
- [𝐀𝐊𝐑𝐒𝐏 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧](https://akrsp.org.pk/%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%8a%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%92%f0%9d%90%8f-%f0%9d%90%82%f0%9d%90%a1%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a2%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%a6%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a7-%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%9d/): Chairman AKRSP, Mr Hussein Tejani, along with members of the Board of Directors (BoDs) — Mr Muhammad Hassan, Mr Sohail Lalani, Col. (Rtd) Imtiaz Ul Haque, Ms Shahina Hussaini, and Ms Salma Ali — and General Manager AKRSP, Mr Jamil Uddin, visited various development interventions implemented by AKRSP in the Baltistan Region. The visit covered several key initiatives, including START Awardee Wakhmat Tunnel Farming in Hashupi Shigar, the BCDF IT Hub Baltistan, Shazaday Fruits (Pvt.) Ltd., Gul Khatoon Hunar Bazar, large-scale afforestation site at Kashmal Shigar, and solar lift irrigation schemes at Hoto and Kashmal. The delegation interacted with beneficiaries […]
- [Deputy Commissioner Shigar Notifies Knowledge Hub to Promote Climate-Smart Agriculture and Resilience](https://akrsp.org.pk/deputy-commissioner-shigar-notifies-knowledge-hub-to-promote-climate-smart-agriculture-and-resilience/): Deputy Commissioner Shigar has officially notified the Knowledge Hub for District Shigar, marking the establishment of a multi-stakeholder platform to discuss and address ground-level challenges in agriculture, livestock, fisheries, and natural resource management. According to the official notification, the committee includes senior representatives from Agriculture, Livestock & Dairy Development, Water Management and Irrigation, Local Government and Rural Development, Fisheries, GB-EPA, and DDMA, in addition to AKRSP, AKAH, GBRSP, WWF, Baltistan University, and the Chairman of LSO Markunja. The initiative was formally formed during a workshop organised by the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) Baltistan under the FCDO-funded BRAVE-II project […]
- [Chairman AKRSP Inaugurates 500kW Umalsat Hydropower Plant in Ghizer](https://akrsp.org.pk/chairman-akrsp-inaugurates-500kw-umalsat-hydropower-plant-in-ghizer/): The locally owned company charges subsidised rates in line with the government’s tariff policy. Chairman of the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), Mr Hussein Tejani, inaugurated a 500kW community-managed micro-hydro powerhouse that is now providing reliable, clean energy to more than 700 households and commercial entities in Umalsat and the far-flung Darkut in Silgan Valley. AKRSP supported the community in constructing the powerhouse under the Central Asia Poverty Programme (CAPP). Residents have since established a community-owned utility company, Silgan Electric Limited, to manage its operations. The locally owned company charges subsidised rates in line with the government’s tariff policy: […]
- [AKRSP Collaborates with Key Stakeholders to Host HPV Vaccination Advocacy Seminar in Thatta, Sindh](https://akrsp.org.pk/%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%8a%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%92%f0%9d%90%8f-%f0%9d%90%82%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%a5%f0%9d%90%a5%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%9b%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%9e/): The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in collaboration with the District Health Office (DHO) Thatta, convened an Advocacy Seminar on the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Campaign to highlight the urgent need to protect adolescent girls from cervical cancer. The seminar brought together key stakeholders, including Sadiq Memon, Member National Assembly; Mr. Riaz Hussain Shah Sherazi, Sindh Minister for Auqaf and Religious Affairs; officials from the District Administration; representatives from the Health, Education, Population Welfare, MERF, PPHI, and Social Welfare departments; as well as civil society organisations. Organised under the Strengthening Nutrition and Immunization in Pakistan (SNIP) project, Speakers underscored […]
- [Hospitality Management Training Opens New Career Pathways for Youth](https://akrsp.org.pk/hospitality-management-training-opens-new-career-pathways-for-youth/): The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), with the technical support of Serena Hotels, trained 26 youth in hospitality management from remote valleys of Gilgit Division, preparing them for gainful employment or self-employment opportunities. The initiative responds to the growing demand for skilled human resources in the region’s expanding tourism sector. Conducted under the Central Asia Poverty Programme (CAPP), the three-month employer-led training equipped young men and women with technical and soft skills essential for careers in the tourism and hospitality industry. Participants received training in key areas such as room service and housekeeping, front office operations, food and beverage […]
- [AKRSP Partners with Third Pole Solutions to Distribute 50,000 Energy-Efficient Cookstoves in Hydropower Surplus Areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral](https://akrsp.org.pk/akrsp-partners-with-third-pole-solutions-to-distribute-50000-energy-efficient-cookstoves-in-hydropower-surplus-areas-of-gilgit-baltistan-and-chitral/): The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in partnership with Third Pole Solutions, has launched the Madad Electric Cookstove (MEC) Project to enhance the quality of life in mountain communities across Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. The five-year, community-based initiative aims to distribute and monitor 50,000 clean, energy-efficient cookstoves within the first 1.5 years in electricity surplus areas. AKRSP held the launch events in Garam Chashma and Chitral Town, which was attended by government officials, representatives of civil society organisations, utility companies, donor agencies, and community members. The launch events at Chitral Town, was attended by Vice Chancellor University of Chitral The […]
- [AKRSP and KIU Sign Partnership Agreement to Promote Research and Youth Empowerment](https://akrsp.org.pk/akrsp-and-kiu-sign-partnership-agreement-to-promote-research-and-youth-empowerment/): Gilgit: The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) and Karakoram International University (KIU) have entered into a strategic partnership to foster a thriving academic environment by facilitating research opportunities and providing essential resources for the development of students and scholars. As part of the EU-funded Building Resilience of Civil Society and Youth in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral (GBC) initiative, AKRSP will support research scholars and students at KIU. The formal signing ceremony was attended virtually by the Vice Chancellor of KIU, Professor Dr Attaullah Shah, along with representatives from both institutions. This collaboration marks the beginning of a promising alliance that […]
- [EU-Funded Initiative Empowers Youth and Civil Society to Rebuild Post-Covid in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral](https://akrsp.org.pk/eu-funded-initiative-empowers-youth-and-civil-society-to-rebuild-post-covid-in-gilgit-baltistan-and-chitral/): Gilgit: A high-level ceremony at Serena Hotel Gilgit celebrated the successful completion of the European Union-funded project aimed at strengthening youth and civil society resilience in Gilgit Baltistan and Chiltral. The project, titled “Building Resilience of Civil Society and Youth to COVID-19 in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, was implemented by the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) in collaboration with the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) and Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP). This initiative focused on the social and economic fallouts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic across six districts. Mr. Jeroen Willems, Head of Cooperation of the European Union Delegation to Pakistan, […]
- [AKRSP Holds Consultative Workshops to Promote Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Policy Dialogue](https://akrsp.org.pk/akrsp-holds-consultative-workshops-to-promote-gender-responsive-and-inclusive-policy-dialogue/): The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organised a consultative workshop with government officials in Gilgit to share key findings from previous community consultations, aimed at informing policy and budgeting decisions. Organised under the GAC-funded BEST4WEER project, this series of consultative workshops seeks to ensure that government policies and annual budgeting processes are inclusive and gender-responsive, reflecting the priorities and concerns raised by communities across the region. Key participants included Member of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly Ms Kulsoom Farman, Minister for Women Development Ms Dilshad Bano, Minister for IT Ms Suraya Zaman, along with the Additional Secretary for Women Development, Secretary […]
- [AKRSP Hosts Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral Regional Youth Convention to Promote Youth Leadership and Development](https://akrsp.org.pk/akrsp-hosts-gilgit-baltistan-and-chitral-regional-youth-convention-to-promote-youth-leadership-and-development/): The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) hosted a two-day Gilgit-Baltistan Gilgit and Chitral Regional Youth Convention at Serena Hotel Gilgit on 3-4 June 2025 to promote youth and civil society engagement in local development. The event was organised in collaboration with the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) and the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP), under the European Union-funded project “Building Resilience of Civil Society and Youth to COVID-19 in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.” The convention brought together over 150 participants, including youth leaders, civil society organisations, local support organisations, government officials, private sector representatives, and development partners from across Gilgit-Baltistan and […]

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- [AKRSP in Media](https://akrsp.org.pk/akrsp-in-media/): AKRSP in Media Also Visit: News & Updates Reports & Publications Videos & Documentaries Stories & Insights Photo Gallery
- [Stories & Insights](https://akrsp.org.pk/stories-insights/): Stories & Insights Also Visit: News & Updates Reports & Publications Videos & Documentaries AKRSP in Media Photo Gallery
- [Partners & Doners](https://akrsp.org.pk/partners-doners/): Partners & Donors The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) collaborates with a diverse array of partners and donors who share our commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment. Our partners include international development agencies, government bodies, non-governmental organisations, and private sector entities.  Their generous contributions and strategic partnerships are crucial in driving our mission to enhance livelihoods, foster economic growth, and promote social development in the region. Also Visit: About Us Governance Management Programme Area
- [About AKRSP](https://akrsp.org.pk/about-akrsp/): About AKRSP Our Mission To improve the quality of life of vulnerable communities in partnership with the government and civil society. Our Vision An empowered, equitable, socially cohesive, and economically prosperous society. History and Milestones The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) was established in 1982 by the Aga Khan Foundation with the aim of improving the quality of life of local communities, primarily in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. The programmes initially started in Gilgit district before expanding to all five districts of the then Northern Areas, later renamed Gilgit-Baltistan, as well as the Chitral district of the Northwest Frontier Province […]
- [Management](https://akrsp.org.pk/management/): Management The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) operates through a three-tiered organisational structure—Head Office, Regional Programme Offices, and Area Offices—to effectively implement its development programmes across Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, and Sindh. This structure allows AKRSP to remain both community-rooted and institutionally robust, ensuring participatory and responsive development delivery. The Senior Management Forum (SMF) is the top decision-making body, providing strategic direction, reviewing programme performance, and ensuring alignment with AKRSP’s vision and partner expectations. Also Visit: About Us Governance Partners & Donors Programme Area
- [ Grants & Funding Opportunities](https://akrsp.org.pk/grants-funding-opportunities/): Opportunities Grants & Funding Opportunities Explore the latest Grants & Funding Opportunities Search Search Also Visit: Careers Tenders & Procurement Training & Capacity Building
- [Training & Capacity Building](https://akrsp.org.pk/training-capacity-building/): Opportunities Training & Capacity Building Explore the latest Training & Capacity Building Search Search Also Visit: Careers Tenders & Procurement Grants & Funding Opportunities
- [Our Projects](https://akrsp.org.pk/our-projects/)
- [Gallery](https://akrsp.org.pk/gallery/): Photo Gallery Also Visit: News & Updates Reports & Publications Videos & Documentaries AKRSP in Media Stories & Insights
- [Health and Nutrition](https://akrsp.org.pk/health-and-nutrition/): Health & Nutrition Health and Nutrition Fostering social and behavioural change in maternal and child health, nutrition, and the physical and mental development of adolescents, in collaboration with government institutions and civil society. Key Intervention Areas Promoting social and behavioural changes for improved maternal, child health, and immunization Establishing Adolescent Friendly Centres (AFCs) to impart essential life skills to adolescents Promoting public health Enhancing the capacities of Lady Health Workers (LHWs) & Other health workers associated with the healthcare system Key Achievements AKRSP leverages its extensive experience in community mobilisation to bridge critical gaps and expand the reach of health […]
- [Education](https://akrsp.org.pk/education/): EDUCATION EDUCATION Promoting social accountability and addressing service delivery gaps, particularly in remote areas, in collaboration with the government and relevant civil society actors, to improve access to and the quality of education. Key Intervention Areas Enhancing the professional capacities of teachers Improving basic facilities in schools Ensuring children’s enrolment in schools and supporting civil society for children’s holistic development Strengthening the capacities of parents and School Management Committees Key Achievements AKRSP focuses on community-related roles, complementing the efforts of the Aga Khan Education Service, Pakistan (AKESP), and the Aga Khan University (AKU). This involves mobilising communities to support educational […]
- [Early Childhood Development](https://akrsp.org.pk/early-childhood-development/): Early Childhood Development Early Childhood Development Supporting parents, government institutions, and civil society to ensure the holistic development of children under the age of eight. Key Intervention Areas Enhancing the professional capacities of teachers, health workers, and relevant officials. Supporting the establishment and improvement of ECD classrooms. Promoting social and behavioural change in ECD through parents, caregivers, and communities. Key Achievements The Early Childhood Development (ECD) programme became part of AKRSP’s mandate in 2001. Since then, the organisation has actively implemented ECD initiatives in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, working in close collaboration with government education and health departments, Aga Khan Development […]
- [Work & Enterprise](https://akrsp.org.pk/work-and-enterprise/): Work & Enterprise Work & Enterprise Promoting economic growth by fostering entrepreneurial mindset through START – اپنا کاروبار  and equipping youth with marketable skills.   Key Intervention Areas Promoting entrepreneurial mindset through the START Apna Karobar programme Empowering youth with market driven skills through Employer-led training in partnership with employers Developing tech eco-system by establishing and promoting digital hubs equipped with modern facilities Aligning with Future of Work by providing internships, fellowships, and apprenticeship opportunities for youth Strengthening Market Ecosystem by establishing women markets Key Achievements AKRSP’s holistic approach to economic development has doubled incomes in the region while fostering […]
- [Civil Society](https://akrsp.org.pk/civil-society/): Civil Society Civil Society Cultivating an inclusive, competent, and sustainable civil society ecosystem to drive sustainable development, which ensured inclusion of youth, women, and marginalised group in the development process. Key Intervention Areas Improving capacities of civil society organisations Build the capacity of civil society organisations to identify marginalised households and link them with available resources Promoting CBSGs for women in remote areas Strengthening linkages between civil society organisations and local government Key Achievements Since its inception, AKRSP has been a leading force in cultivating a robust, inclusive, and resilient civil society landscape in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. By pioneering the […]
- [Agriculture & Food Security](https://akrsp.org.pk/agriculture-and-food-security/): Agriculture and Food Security Agriculture and Food Security Promoting regenerative and climate-smart agricultural practices to contribute towards sustainable livelihoods and food security. Key Intervention Areas Based on the challenges and potentials, AKRSP focuses on interventions in agricultural livelihoods, regenerative and nutrition-sensitive food systems, and rural infrastructure, working alongside the government, partners, and community organisations. Improving access to knowledge, skills, technology, agricultural inputs and markets Promoting Regenerative Agriculture as a sustainable approach to soil health and climate resilience Build and rehabilitate agricultural infrastructure Expanding passive solar greenhouses in single-crop and high-altitude areas. Key Achievements Since its inception, AKRSP has been dedicated […]
- [Thematic Areas](https://akrsp.org.pk/thematic-areas/): Thematic Areas Following an extensive strategic review exercise in 2021, AKRSP has redefined its focus to address the changing needs of our communities and the environment. Our commitment is reflected in the seven interconnected thematic areas to improve the quality of life. The interventions under each thematic areas are rooted in community-led and locally driven approaches, ensuring ownership, sustainability, and relevance to local contexts. These themes are supported by cross-cutting commitments to gender equality and youth empowerment, ensuring that our initiatives are inclusive and responsive to diverse needs. We also prioritize accessibility and equity by adopting an inclusive approach that […]
- [Projects](https://akrsp.org.pk/projects/): Our Projects For over 40 years, the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) has partnered with governments, donors,  national and international organizations, local communities, and other stakeholders to implement hundreds of programmes aimed at improving the living conditions of the local communities in the programme areas. Our projects demonstrate the impact of our collaborative efforts and the positive changes we bring to the lives of thousands of individuals. Browse through the list of current and some recently completed projects below to learn more about how AKRSP continues to drive development and foster resilience in these communities. Completed Projects Current Projects […]
- [test](https://akrsp.org.pk/test/): 5,375 VWOs/LSOs formed
- [Programme Area](https://akrsp.org.pk/programme-area/): Programme Areas The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) operates in some of the most diverse and geographically unique regions of Pakistan, covering an area of approximately 111,427 square kilometres. The programme area includes the ten districts of Gilgit-Baltistan, Lower and Upper Chitral in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and, since 2024, has expanded to the coastal districts of Thatta, Sujawal, and Badin in Sindh. This expansion integrates both high-altitude mountainous terrains and coastal plains, broadening AKRSP’s impact across vastly different ecological and socio-economic landscapes. The programme area districts are home to around 5 million people, living in over 934,301 households spread across […]
- [Climate Resilience](https://akrsp.org.pk/climate-resilience/): Climate Resilience Climate Resilience Building climate resilience through awareness, capacity-building, afforestation, and adoption of clean energy solutions. Key Intervention Areas Large Scale Afforestation Promotion of Clean Energy Promotion of Green Businesses/Organisations Promotion of climate smart agricultural practices Climate Awareness to Local Communities Key Achievements For over four decades, AKRSP has been working with the local communities to build resilience against climate change while improving livelihoods. Through large-scale afforestation and green infrastructure development, it has restored degraded landscapes, enhanced biodiversity, and supported carbon sequestration. AKRSP’s investments in renewable energy solutions, including solar-powered irrigation and micro-hydro projects, have further lowered carbon emissions […]
- [Tenders & Procurement](https://akrsp.org.pk/tenders-procurement/): Opportunities Tenders & Procurement Explore the latest Tenders & Procurement۔ Search Search Also Visit: Careers Grants & Funding Opportunities Training & Capacity Building List Item #1 List Item #2 List Item #3
- [Reports & Publications](https://akrsp.org.pk/reports-publications/): Reports & Publications AKRSP and its interventions have led to the creation of a wealth of knowledge over more than four decades of pioneering work. This section provides access to important reports, books, and other documents that highlight the impact of our initiatives. Annual Reports Audit Report Books Completed Projects Current Projects Full Page Template for Stories With Sidebar Template for Stories Research & Studies Study Reports Progress Reports Ujala Newsletters Training Manuals & Toolkits Note for Records (NFRs) External Evaluations Education Uncategorized Health and Nutrition Work and Enterprise Agriculture and Food Security Climate Resilience Civil Society Also Visit: News […]
- [Video Documentaries](https://akrsp.org.pk/video-documentaries/): Videos & Documentaries Also Visit: News & Updates Reports & Publications AKRSP in Media Stories & Insights Photo Gallery
- [Governance](https://akrsp.org.pk/governance/): Governance The Board of the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is composed of 11 dedicated voluntary members who bring a wealth of experience and expertise from diverse backgrounds. This diverse composition ensures a comprehensive and multifaceted approach to governance and strategic direction. The collective insights and commitment of the leadership drive the organisation’s mission to enhance the quality of life for communities in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral through sustainable, community-driven development initiatives. Also Visit: About Us Management Partners & Donors Programme Area
- [History](https://akrsp.org.pk/about-us/): Together, Building Sustainable Change History and Milestones The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) was established in 1982 by the Aga Khan Foundation with the aim of improving the quality of life of local communities, primarily in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. Operations initially began in one district, Gilgit, before expanding to all five districts of the then Northern Areas, later renamed Gilgit-Baltistan, as well as Chitral district of the Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP), later renamed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK). These areas were among the poorest and most geographically isolated parts of Pakistan, characterised by a spatial poverty trap due to poor human, […]
- [News & Updates](https://akrsp.org.pk/news-updates/): News & Updates Also Visit: Reports & Publications Videos & Documentaries AKRSP in Media Stories & Insights Photo Gallery
- [Careers](https://akrsp.org.pk/jobs/): Opportunities Careers Explore the latest Career Opportunities Search Search Also Visit: Tenders & Procurement Grants & Funding Opportunities Training & Capacity Building
- [Contact Us](https://akrsp.org.pk/contact-us/): Contact Us If you would like to get in touch with us for any information, please use the contact format below. You are also welcome to visit your nearest AKRSP office or reach out to us by phone—we’d be happy to hear from you. Visit Your Nearest AKRSP Office AKRSP has its Head Office in Gilgit city and operates across Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, and three districts of Sindh through its Regional, Local, and Programme Offices. Head Office-Gilgit Show on Map Babar Road, P.O. Box 506, Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan+92 (5811) 450349, 452480, 452679, 452869info@akrsp.org.pk Head Office-Gilgit Babar Road, P.O. Box 506, Gilgit, […]
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- [Who We Are](https://akrsp.org.pk/who-we-are/): About AKRSP Vision An empowered, equitable, socially cohesive, and economically prosperous society. Mission To improve the quality of life of the local communities through social and economic development effort. History and Milestones The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) was established in 1982 by the Aga Khan Foundation with the aim of improving the quality of life of local communities, primarily in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. Operations initially began in one district, Gilgit, before expanding to all five districts of the then Northern Areas, later renamed Gilgit-Baltistan, as well as Chitral district of the Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP), later renamed Khyber […]
- [Home](https://akrsp.org.pk/): Empowering Communities The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is a non-profit organisation, established in 1982 by the Aga Khan Foundation, to improve the quality of life of local communities in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. In its early years, AKRSP focused on enhancing incomes in rural areas, and currently, with the support of the government and communities, it works to improve the key elements of the quality of life of local communities.AKRSP has been working in nine districts of Gilgit-Baltistan and two districts of Chitral in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), and expanded its programmes to Diamer District of Gilgit-Baltistan in 2022 and […]


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