Local Governance

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Local Governance, Research, and Reforms

FAFEN recognizes that the local tier of government happens to be at the epicenter of political stakes, serving as the foundation of democracy and governance in Pakistan. Understanding the significance of local governance in shaping the lives of citizens, FAFEN is committed to monitoring, researching, and advocating for reforms that enhance transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in local governance structures.

Achievements

District, Regional, and Provincial-level
Governance Support Groups

Over 130 Groups

Citizens Monitoring Delivery of
Advocating for Essential Public
Services in Health and Education

Over 1,500 Institutions

Local Government Women Representatives
and Candidates Trained

Over 10,000

Governance Monitoring Reports

Published Over 50 reports

Local Governance Monitoring

Local governance monitoring serves as a vital tool for bridging the gap between government and the governed. By keeping a vigilant eye on the actions and decisions of local authorities, FAFEN endeavors to provide citizens with objective information about the performance of public institutions. Monitoring local governance processes not only fosters transparency but also cultivates a sense of civic participation and ownership in the governance of their communities.

Trained 15,000 women candidates and over 5,000 women local government representatives on political processes

Mobilized citizens to scrutinize the government’s response to the pandemic and develop recommendations for improvement Proposed evidence-based, data-driven reforms

Organized various citizen support groups advocating for and monitoring delivery of essential public services

Proposed evidence-based, data-driven reforms

Thematic Areas

Local Governance Monitoring

Local Governance Research

Local Governance Data Management and analysis

Local Governance Reforms