Projects
Initiate Futures offers a broad range of services
These include:
- Projects and collaborations with our clients and partners across areas of governance, education and development, public policy for social good, climate change, gender, democracy, human rights and inclusion, youth engagement and mobilization, and arts and culture.
- Policy briefs, which are compact, issue-driven, specialized analyses covering major policy developments and providing actionable recommendations to inform meaningful decisions.
- Reports that are long-form, in-depth and are derived from client projects, joint study outcomes and empirical research. Reports utilize data-driven research to generate new knowledge about transformational policy initiatives at the local, national and international levels.
- Expert opinions featuring commentary from research analysts, political commentators and policy specialists from Pakistan and around the world. Expert opinions help us stay on top of trending news and dissect high-impact stories that drive real-time policy conversations.
- A digital podcast engaging Pakistani and international experts on key developmental and governance challenges facing the country and the world.
- A forum of dialogues, roundtables and workshops featuring policy-intensive discussions with policymakers, development partners, research experts, young scholars and senior academicians.
Projects:
1. Master English Writing and Communication (Currently Recruiting)
Are you interested in writing like a pro, speaking with confidence, and presenting with impact? Initiate Futures is recruiting for two courses designed to improve and polish your English writing and communication skills. We are currently recruiting for the following courses:
• Standard Writing Course – Rs. 20K per month
• Professional Communication, Article Writing & Presentation Skills – Rs. 40K per month
To register, please fill out this form or email hrifaat06@gmail.com
2. Increasing Regional Collaboration in South Asia with the East-West Center
Initiate Futures held its first two-day virtual workshop titled Increasing Regional Collaboration in South Asia in March, 2025 with support from the East-West Center, a Honolulu-based educational institution. This workshop invited young South Asian leaders to address critical challenges facing the region in the areas of human rights, media ethics, culture and arts, and environment/conservation. We welcomed participants from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, India and Nepal.
3. Youth Empowerment & Education
Youth Leadership and Communication Skills Workshops
A series of four-day workshops conducted in secondary schools and high schools focusing on leadership development, communication skills and personal growth among students. These sessions aimed to empower the youth to become more proactive members of their communities.
Youth Tech Camps for Digital Literacy
Three-day tech camps designed to impart digital skills to young individuals, including e-learning tools, online research methodologies and scholarship application processes. This initiative sought to bridge digital divides and promote educational opportunities.
4. Media Literacy & Civic Engagement
University Workshops on Media Literacy and Civic Responsibility
Interactive sessions held across universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including districts like Bannu, Kohat, Mardan, Swat, Dir and Chitral, to address conflict management, misinformation and civic duties among students.
5. Migration & Social Inclusion
Educational Initiatives in Afghan Refugee Settlements
Early childhood education camps established in Afghan refugee communities, targeting children aged 3 to 7. The program focused on basic literacy, hygiene education and introductory digital skills to promote social inclusion.
Health and Donation Drives for Refugee Communities
Organized health camps and donation drives providing essential items such as clothing, food and hygiene products to refugee populations with the goal of improving their living conditions and fostering well-being of their communities.
6. Women & Girls Empowerment
Summer Camps for Girls in Government Schools
Educational camps conducted across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, focusing on leadership training, confidence building, communication skills, and awareness of girls’ rights. This initiative targeted primary and secondary school girls to promote empowerment.
Digital Storytelling Workshops for Young Women
Training sessions meant for young women to enhance their photography and filmmaking skills, enabling them to document their stories and to advocate for human rights through digital media platforms.
Teacher Training Programs in Government Schools
Professional development workshops for teachers in government schools, emphasizing curriculum development, e-learning integration, and innovative teaching methodologies to enhance educational outcomes.
7. Vocational Training & Entrepreneurship
Vocational Training Workshops for Women
Skill-building sessions focusing on textile manufacturing and other crafts designed to provide women with the tools to achieve economic independence and to bridge gender gaps in the workforce.
E-Commerce and Digital Skills Training for Women
Programs aimed to equip women with e-commerce knowledge and digital literacy, facilitating opportunities to engage in online business ventures and work-from-home employment.
8. Climate Action & Sustainable Development
Youth Climate Leadership Initiatives
Engagement programs in schools and universities promoting climate change awareness through activities like recycling drives, plantation campaigns, climate advocacy training with the aim of cultivating young environmental leaders.
Seminar on Clean Energy Transition and Sustainable Infrastructure
An interactive seminar in collaboration with Lincoln Corner focusing on Pakistan’s transition to clean energy and sustainable infrastructure development, combining expert insights with participatory activities.
Greening Futures: Empowering Women in Climate Resilience
Initiatives aimed to educate women and girls on climate resilience, leadership and digitization to foster inclusive participation in environmental advocacy and sustainable practices.
Sustainable Cities Youth Innovation Challenge
A challenge encouraging students to propose innovative solutions for sustainable urban development emphasizing green infrastructure, waste management and climate-resilient city planning.
9. Peacebuilding & Interfaith Harmony
Workshops on Interfaith Harmony and Social Cohesion
Sessions conducted at Lincoln Corner Peshawar with university students from diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds fostering mutual understanding and breaking down prejudices through dialogue and collaborative activities.
10. Governance & Institutional Development
Ethical Leadership and Governance Workshops
Three-day workshops targeting lawyers, civil servants and public officials, emphasizing ethical leadership, citizen engagement and strengthening institutional accountability to enhance public trust in governance.
11. International Cooperation & Youth Diplomacy
Model United Nations Simulations on Global Issues
Collaborative simulations with Youth Thinkers Society Nepal and the U.S. Embassy, focusing on topics such as climate change, refugee crises and gender equality. Participants engaged in public speaking, negotiation, resolution drafting and diplomatic skills.
