Helper Development Organization

Empowering women means empowering families, communities, and the future. Let us continue to support equality, respect, and opportunities for every woman to lead, grow, and succeed. Happy International Women’s Day! 🌸💜✨

Happy International Volunteers Day! 🌍✨

On the International Day of Rural Women, we proudly share that from 2017 to 2025, Helper Development Organization (HDO) has empowered over 17,000 rural women in Balochistan through initiatives on CNIC and voter registration, leadership, GBV, SRHR, livelihood, civic participation, agriculture, personal status laws, early and forced marriage prevention, girl education, and child protection.

Our goal is to reach even more rural women and we welcome support, collaboration, and partnerships to make this possible.

Access to information is a right that empowers people, strengthens democracy, and builds trust. Let’s ensure knowledge is open for all.

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On this International Day of Democracy, Helper Development Organization reiterates its commitment to equality, justice, and the active participation of all people in determining their future. We believe that authentic democracy guarantees that the voices of marginalized and vulnerable communities are heard, respected, and empowered.

🌍 International Day of Charity – Let’s Stand with Flood-Affected Families in Pakistan 🌍

Today, on the International Day of Charity, we are reminded of the power of compassion, solidarity, and humanity. This year, thousands of families in Pakistan are facing unimaginable suffering due to devastating floods. Homes have been washed away, children are left without schools, and families are struggling for survival.

Helper Development Organization (HDO) team and volunteers are on the ground, working to provide:
✅ Safe drinking water
✅ Food and nutrition support
✅ Essential medicines and health camps
✅ Temporary shelters for displaced families
✅ Temporary literacy centers for children

On this day dedicated to kindness and giving, we appeal to you:

💧 Give clean water to a thirsty child.
🍞 Provide food to a hungry family.
🏠 Offer shelter and dignity to those who lost everything.

Your generosity can transform despair into hope.

📢 Donate today — because charity knows no borders, and kindness has no limits. you may send your donations by PayPal, online donations, bank deposit and easy paisa. details are bellow.

Account title: Helper Development Organization
Account no IBAN: PK64FWOM0004023490310000
Bank Name: First Women Bank Quetta
Bank Address: Shahra-E-Iqbal Quetta Baluchistan.

PayPal international:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/G9XCAYGUCG4Q8

Easypaisa : 03363688732

For donations and support, please contact:
📞 03009836288
📧 [email protected]
🏢 HDO regional office Raisani Road Quetta.

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HELPER DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (HDO)
Stand with Flood-Affected Families in Pakistan
Rural communities in Pakistan are still struggling after the devastating floods. Homes, crops, and livelihoods have been washed away — leaving families with nothing but hope.
This is where your kindness matters.
Every donation helps us provide clean drinking water, food packs, medical aid, and safe shelter to those who need it most.
Together, we can bring light back to lives hit hardest by this disaster.

HELPER DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (HDO) Stand with Flood-Affected Families in Pakistan Rural communities in Pakistan are still struggling after the devastating floods. Homes, crops, and livelihoods have been washed away — leaving families with nothing but hope. This is where your kindness matters. Every donation helps us provide clean d...

🌊 Flood Safety Tips

By: Helper Development Organization

BEFORE (Flood Preparedness)

Stay informed on local news.

Prepare an emergency bag with food, medicines, documents, flashlight, and pet items.

Know how to evacuate and identify safe alternative routes.

Leave before flooding starts.

In flood-prone areas, keep useful items at home (sandbags, ladder, rope, etc.).

DURING THE FLOOD

Disconnect electricity and gas.

Do not walk or drive in flood water.

Move to higher ground.

Follow evacuation orders.

Free cattle and lead animals to a safer place.

AFTER (Post-Flood Safety)

Avoid contact with flood water and swimming.

Do not touch power lines.

Do not return home or to disaster areas until authorities declare it safe.

Inform your family that you are safe.

Once back home: clean and disinfect all surfaces and items.
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🌊 سیلاب سے حفاظت کے اقدامات

معاون: مددگار ترقیاتی تنظیم کی جانب سے

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سیلاب سے پہلے (تیاری)

مقامی خبروں سے باخبر رہیں۔

ہنگامی بیگ تیار رکھیں جس میں کھانے کی چیزیں، ادویات، دستاویزات، ٹارچ اور پالتو جانوروں کے ضروری سامان ہوں۔

انخلا کا طریقہ اور محفوظ متبادل راستے معلوم کریں۔

سیلاب شروع ہونے سے پہلے علاقے کو خالی کر دیں۔

سیلاب سے متاثرہ علاقوں میں گھر پر ضروری سامان رکھیں (ریت کی بوریاں، سیڑھی، رسی وغیرہ)۔

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سیلاب کے دوران

بجلی اور گیس کا کنکشن منقطع کریں۔

سیلابی پانی میں چلنے یا گاڑی چلانے سے گریز کریں۔

کسی اونچی جگہ پر چلے جائیں۔

انخلا کے احکامات پر عمل کریں۔

مویشیوں کو آزاد کریں اور انہیں محفوظ جگہ پر لے جائیں۔

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سیلاب کے بعد (احتیاطی تدابیر)

سیلابی پانی کے ساتھ رابطے اور تیرنے سے گریز کریں۔

بجلی کی تاروں کو نہ چھوئیں۔

گھر یا متاثرہ علاقوں میں واپس نہ جائیں جب تک کہ حکام محفوظ قرار نہ دیں۔

اپنے خاندان کو اطلاع دیں کہ آپ محفوظ ہیں۔

گھر واپس آنے کے بعد: تمام سطحوں اور سامان کو اچھی طرح صاف اور جراثیم سے پاک کریں۔

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To commemorate International Youth Day, Helper Development Organization proudly reflects on its journey of working with youth since 2006. Empowered youth are the catalysts for positive change, and we remain committed to investing in skills, leadership, and awareness to create a brighter and more inclusive future for all. Ndo Kpk Pakistan European Union in Pakistan UNICEF Pakistan UNDP Pakistan Save the Children Pakistan Program IOM Pakistan Flood Response World Health Organization (WHO) World Youth Foundation Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Save Humainty Turst UN Volunteers Ndo Kpk Pakistan European Union in Pakistan UNICEF Pakistan UNDP Pakistan Save the Children Pakistan Program IOM Pakistan Flood Response World Health Organization (WHO) World Youth Foundation Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Save Humainty Turst UN Volunteers Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund

On May 30, 2025, Pakistan achieved a significant milestone in child protection and gender equality with the enactment of the Child Marriage Restraint Bill for the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT). Signed into law by President Asif Ali Zardari, this legislation sets 18 as the minimum legal age for marriage for both girls and boys, aligning Pakistan's laws with its commitments under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality.

Key Provisions of the Law:

Equal Legal Marriage Age: Establishes 18 as the minimum marriage age for both genders in ICT.

Criminalization of Underage Marriages: Imposes stringent penalties, including up to seven years in prison, for individuals facilitating or coercing underage marriages.

Statutory R**e Classification: Defines any sexual relations within a marriage involving a minor as statutory r**e, regardless of consent.

Mandatory Age Verification: Requires marriage registrars to verify the ages of both parties through official documents like CNICs or educational certificates before registration.

A Collective Effort:

This legislative success is the culmination of over a decade of persistent advocacy by civil society organizations, child rights activists, and progressive lawmakers. Notably, Senator Sherry Rehman championed the bill in the Senate, following its introduction in the National Assembly by Sharmila Farooqi. Senator Naseema Ehsan's poignant testimony about her own experience with child marriage underscored the urgent need for reform.

Institutions like the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) and the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) played pivotal roles in mobilizing support and shaping the bill's provisions. Their efforts exemplify the power of collaborative action in driving social change.

Implications and the Road Ahead:

While this law marks a significant step forward, its true impact will depend on effective implementation. This includes:

Capacity Building: Training law enforcement and judicial personnel to enforce the new provisions effectively.

Public Awareness Campaigns: Educating communities about the harms of child marriage and the importance of adhering to the legal age requirements.

Provincial Harmonization: Encouraging other provinces to adopt similar legislation, as seen in Sindh and proposed in Punjab, to ensure nationwide protection for children.

This landmark legislation not only protects the rights of children in the capital territory but also sets a precedent for the rest of the country. It reflects Pakistan's commitment to upholding human rights and fostering a safer, more equitable society for its youth.

Let us continue to support and advocate for the full realization of this law's potential, ensuring that every child in Pakistan can enjoy a future free from the harms of early and forced marriages.