November 22, 2023
CBID
CBID Network–Background
The concept of Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) was introduced in Pakistan in 1990 and in 1993, Pakistan became a member of the CBR South Asia Network. There was no network of CBR organizations in Pakistan prior to that. In 2009 the participants of the first CBR Asia Pacific Congress held in Bangkok, informally developed the CBR Network for Pakistan and Pakistan became a member of the CBR Asia Pacific Network.
Pakistan was then elected the interim coordinator for the CBR Asia Pacific Network. In 2011, the CBR Network Pakistan developed its constitution, strengthened its membership, elected its office bearers and officially established itself as a Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID) Network. By the end of 2013, the new Network had successfully established all its provincial chapters.
Pakistan was then elected the interim coordinator for the CBR Asia Pacific Network. In 2011, the CBR Network Pakistan developed its constitution, strengthened its membership, elected its office bearers and officially established itself as a Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID) Network. By the end of 2013, the new Network had successfully established all its provincial chapters.
CBID
Legislations
We are actively engaged in legislative and policy advocacy to promote and protect the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Pakistan. Our work includes drafting laws, reviewing existing policies, and proposing amendments to ensure alignment with constitutional guarantees and international human rights standards. Read more
CBID
Executive Members
The CBID Executive Members comprise a dedicated team of leaders responsible for guiding the strategic direction, governance, and overall performance of the organization. With diverse expertise in disability rights, policy advocacy, legal reform, community development, and institutional management, the Executive Members ensure that CBID’s mission and objectives are effectively implemented. Read more
Dr. Muhammad Sarwat Mirza
National Coordinator CBID-N Senior Advisor Health at HANDS
Ms. Zahida Hameed
Deputy National Coordinator CBID-N & President Society for the Special Person Multan
Mr. Ghulam Nabi Nizamani
International Coordinator CBID-N & Advisor for Inclusion at HANDS
Mr. Atif Shiekh
Deputy International Coordinator CBID-N & President STEP
Secretariat Coordinator CBID-N, Inclusion Manager at HANDS President Saaya Association
CBID
Reports
CBID Reports document the progress, impact, and outcomes of Community-Based Inclusive Development initiatives aimed at improving the lives of persons with disabilities. These reports provide evidence-based insights into inclusion efforts across sectors such as education, health, employment, social protection, and accessibility. Read More
January 18, 2023