Directory of Government Policies & Programmes for the Citizen Sector in Pakistan
There has been an increasing focus and involvement of the government on social development work undertaken by NGOs and CBOs. It has been observed that there is a lack of accurate information and data on social development policies and programme available with various authorities of the government making the task of collaborating on social development more difficult. The directory containing extensive details about 99 projects and programmes which are running at the federal and the provincial level for the Citizen Sector and includes information about the Education, Health, Population Welfare, Rural Water Supply & Sanitation, Social Welfare, Women Development and Special Education departments.
This study provides ready access to the sector-wise authentic information on the government’s current strategies and plans for the citizen-sector. The directory is also available in CD format for easy access to stakeholders. 


Farhang – e – Taraqqee
Addressing a long-standing need of the development sector, this glossary of development terminologies is a must have for all professionals serious about being able to communicate with local communities. The publication contains about eight hundred carefully selected development terminologies with authentic translations in Urdu. Designed to provide the most appropriate translations of contemporary English language development terminologies into Urdu, this compendium was accredited by the National Language Authority of Pakistan as a credible contribution for bridging the language divide prevalent in the NGO sector. The publication, one of its kind, is a wonderful resource for development professionals, trainers, communication specialists, journalists, academics, writers and researchers.


Directory of Donor Organisations in Pakistan
This directory highlights salient features of 52 international, bilateral, multilateral donor organizations, multi-nationals and local foundations organizations operating in Pakistan. The information includes thematic interests, types of assistance, target groups, geographical coverage, criteria for eligibility, capacity indicators, procedure and duration of funding and funding cycle. The directory is also available in CD format.


Community Organisations and Urban Development:
A Study of Selected Urban Settlements in Karachi
This study, by Dr. Shahid Alam (Professor of Economics, North-eastern University, USA) explores the genesis of community-based organisations in Lyari and Manzoor Colony, Karachi District South, their governance and management structures, leadership profiles, sources of funding and growth constraints as well as a critical evaluation of the services they provide. It also offers policy recommendations on how the effectiveness of these organisations can be improved by outside agencies. Published in May 1996.


NGOs in Four Divisions of Sindh: A Situational Analysis                             
This study is based on a census of NGOs registered with the Social Welfare Department (SWD), Government of Sindh, in four out of five divisions of the province, namely Hyderabad, Larkana, Mirpurkahs and Sukkur. The census was undertaken during May-August 1995. The analysis offers an overview of these NGOs in terms of their organisational structures, governance and management, gender balance, human and financial resources, target group and scale of operation. Published in 1996. Photocopied directories (Six volumes) are also available separately.


NGO Registration Study (Vols I, II, III & IV priced at Rs 140, Rs 375, Rs 365 & Rs 175 respectively)
This is an all-encompassing study of the laws under which an NGO can register. It comprises four volumes--Policy Research Report, Legal Study Report, NGO Study Report and Registration Guidelines for NGOs--that provide a detailed analysis of the acts and ordinances dealing with the registration of NGOs. Published in 1992. 


Aisa Kuch Kartay Chalo (Urdu)                                                                                              
Urdu version of Making it Happen. Published in 1999 


Registration kay Rahuman Usool (Urdu)                                                          
This is a translation of the fourth volume of the NGO Registration Study, Registration Guidelines for NGOs to make the guideline accessible to a wider clientele seeking registration under the various laws. Published in 1994.                

Rahbar (Urdu&Sindhi)                                                                                                                
Rudimentary guidelines for small NGO or CBNGO management was produced in-house. It covers project planning cycle, action planning, decision making, leadership, communications, budget and accounts etc. Written in 1994 in Urdu and then translated into Sindhi, the photocopied versions are available.               


NGORC Akhbaar (Urdu)
NGORC publishes a quarterly newsletter to disseminate development news and information. A blend of organisational newsletter and a development magazine, the newsletter publishes in each issue, articles on national development issues, story of a dynamic citzens’ organisation, thematic article on contributions of various ctizens’ organisations in a particular sector, and interviews of civil society, corporate and government personalities.


NGORC Journal: Quarterly on Civil Society Enhancement    
This English language quarterly aims to create linkages between the citizen, corporate and the public sectors. It disseminates information on emerging development theories and practices, provides a forum for debate on civil society and development issues, highlights development alternatives emerging in the country; and shares what NGORC is learning about NGO enhancement.


NGORC Annual Report                                                   
Complimentary on request
NGORC produces an annual progress report outlining its programme activities and experiences.
Click here to download Annual Report 2000

Towards Financial Self-Reliance
Given limited indigenous social investor base, building sustainable institutions and programmes remains a critical challenge for the Southern Citizens Organisations (SCOs). An important part of the solution lies in diverisfying their support base, both in terms of financial and human resources, by tapping indigenous social investors, philanthropists and vlunteers.
Though, financial self-reliance has become a buzzword in development jargon, there is an extreme paucity of literature on it. Mr. Richard Holloway, with his decades of experience as a development worker in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, has now written what sure to become the landmark book on this important topic. 


NGORC book on print media relationship
To enhance the understanding of the citizen organizations (COs) about establishing and maintaining better relationship with the print media, NGORC has recently published a book, titled ‘Sahafat Aur Awami Tanzemein’ (Journalism and COs). From the outset, the book sheds light upon the priorities and necessity of the print media for COs in raising awareness and making social changes. There are sections about press release, invitations and letter to the editor writing. Tips on identifying the right journalist and building close liaison are also present. The booklet contains the analysis, comments and suggestions for COs from working journalists that NGORC had collected last year during the media discourse series. Guidelines on press briefings, interviews, press kit and press campaign tend to make the processes easier for COs. A list containing relevant information about significant print media organizations is also provided. Aftab Iqbal, Assistant Manager, Communications & Publications NGORC has written the book in Urdu. This 100 pages book can be obtained from NGORC by paying 50 rupees through cash or demand draft in the name Aga Khan Foundation

Directory of Training Organisation for the Citizen Sector in Pakistan
This directory aims at providing training related information to the organisations and institutions involved in the development sector and the individuals interested in obtaining training in specific areas.There are an estimated 100 to 120 public and private institutions offering training programmes for citizen organisations across various management and technical fields in Pakistan. Information about these training organisations and their programmes is sketchy or not readily accessible and, therefore, limited in utility As a result, on the one hand organisations and institutions in the development sector suffer from lack of training while training organisations lack trainees and often operate below capacity.

 
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