Unique Professions, Successful Enterprises
By: Azam Miraj He belonged to the historically oppressed classes of the subcontinent. Around 175 years ago, his ancestors embraced Christianity, attaining a global religious identity that served as a…
Human Rights Under Siege in 2024, HRCP Warns in Stark Report
News Desk Islamabad, April 30, 2025: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) released its annual report, State of Human Rights in 2024, in Islamabad on Tuesday, highlighting what it…
Minority Representation Through the Lens of Census Data
By: Azam Mairaj According to the records of the Ministry of Statistics, the total minority population in West Pakistan was 970,476 in the 1951 census, out of which 369,831 were…
Opinion: Rethinking the Aurat March: A Feminist Movement or a Diversified Agenda?
By: Zainab Anique The Aurat March in Pakistan has evolved beyond its original feminist ideals to include advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and other marginalized groups. While inclusivity remains a crucial…
Despite Progress, Discrimination Remains a Challenge in Pakistan
By: Saima Sammar As the world marks Zero Discrimination Day, Pakistan reflects on the ongoing challenges of inequality and exclusion while reaffirming its commitment to social justice. Observed annually on…
Bonded Labor: The Ongoing Struggle Against Modern Slavery
By: Naina Samson Bonded labor is a severe violation of International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, which Pakistan has ratified. These conventions explicitly prohibit forced and child labor. However, enforcement of…
Are Minority Populations in Pakistan Being Accurately Reflected?
By: Mariam Mairaj The underreported issue of “paper genocide”—the alleged systematic undercounting of Christian and Scheduled Caste Hindu populations in Pakistan’s national census—has sparked concern among minority rights activists. At…
Karachi Student Mariam Mairaj Explores Freedom’s Complexities in Poem “Freedom’s Illusion”
Karachi, October 30: In her thought-provoking poem, Freedom’s Illusion, Mariam Mairaj, a college student from Karachi, delves into the complex themes of freedom, justice, and power. Through verses that challenge…
Award-Winning Documentary “Hum Saya” Screened in Lahore to Raise Awareness on Forced Conversions
Lahore: News Desk The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) partnered with the Cosmopolitan Club Lahore to screen the award-winning documentary film Hum Saya – Neighbor on Tuesday. Following the screening,…
Bishop Azad Marshall Appeals to President for Religious Harmony After Dr. Zakir Naik’s Statements
Islamabad, October 21, 2024: The Christian community in Pakistan has raised serious concerns over the recent state visit of Dr. Zakir Naik, citing distress over his public statements which they…