PODA

About Us

Potohar Organization for Development Advocacy (PODA) 


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

Sarwat Jahan
Director Programs
Zakria Azhar Khan
Finance Advisor
Bakhtawar Bashir
Manager Admin/HR
Tahira Zahra
Finance Manager

Program Department

Aiman Zahra Advocate
Program Manager
Parkha Khan
M & E Manager
Zahra Khalid
Comms & Partnerships Manager