We are a Pakistan-based civil society, non-profit organization and entrepreneurship institute advancing socio-political peacebuilding, democracy, and good governance, empowering development practitioners and youth through capacity-building, critical awareness, and leadership to drive active citizenship and sustainable social change.
Who We Are
The Centre for Sustainable Development is a Pakistan-based non-profit civil society organization and Entrepreneurship Institute dedicated to advancing socio-political peacebuilding, democracy, and good governance. We are committed to empowering youth to mobilize vulnerable communities, create meaningful opportunities, and actively contribute to inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development across society.
CSD strengthens the mission of “Youth for Change” by enabling young people to engage in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), social development, and community transformation. We aim to build a new generation of policy researchers and development practitioners through self-capacity development, critical thinking, and civic engagement. Through our Research for Sustainable Development Initiatives (SDIs), we amplify youth voices, promote access to fundamental rights, and sensitise stakeholders to recognise youth as key partners in sustainable development and social change at local, national, and global levels.
What We Do
Centre for Sustainable Development is committed to empowering communities and driving positive change. We advance peaceful, inclusive societies by addressing pressing social challenges through context-responsive programs. Our thematic focus reflects a strong commitment to enabling individuals and communities to achieve sustainable, resilient, and equitable development outcomes.
Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship
Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability
Human Rights. Democracy and Governance
Peace-Building and Countering Violent Extremism
Our Impact In Numbers
We operate nationwide across Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan, with a strong network spanning 57+ districts and partnerships with 65+ institutions and universities across Pakistan.
Direct and Indirect People Reached
Projects and Programs
Youth trained in leadership and netwroking
Institutions and Universities
Center for Sustainable Development has conducted different projects on the thematic area of Agriculture, food security, WASH, Climate change, environment, Education, livelihood, health, DRR, emergency relief, recovery, and rehabilitation provides a range of pre, during and post project services, including:
Cataract Training
Research and Monitioring and Evaluation
Material Design and Development
Long term Assistance
Our Experts
CSD`s ability to impact communities is driven by the inspired efforts of our team. Our staff and leadership it’s the passionate individuals who come together that make it all possible.
Saifullah Channa
Zahida Solangi
Piyaro Khan
SIdra Aijaz
Majid Kalwar
Our Partnership and Networking
We are proud to collaborate with a diverse network of partners and stakeholders who share our commitment to advancing sustainable development, empowering youth, and driving inclusive, community-led change.
