The Embassy of Belgium in Islamabad visited the Family Protection and Rehabilitation Centre, widely known as the Shelter Home, to see first-hand the impact of the EU-funded Power to the Youth project implemented by Norwegian Church Aid and its partners.
Staff welcomed embassy representatives and survivors who have benefitted from vocational training and seed capital, enabling many to rebuild their lives and start small businesses. The Shelter Home’s emphasis on skills and economic independence is helping women move from recovery to sustainable livelihoods.
EU support has funded upgrades to the facility and training for staff in psychosocial care. NCA’s implementing partner Rozan highlighted that a safe, well-equipped environment is essential for effective therapy and counselling, and the centre’s integrated approach treats medical and emotional needs while creating pathways to economic empowerment.
Plans to digitalise client data are underway to improve service delivery and case management at the Shelter Home, a move expected to strengthen continuity of care and outreach to vulnerable women and girls.
Violence against women and girls remains a serious concern in Pakistan, disproportionately affecting rural and marginalised communities. Projects like Power to the Youth play a vital role in closing the gap between legislation and implementation, ensuring survivors can access protection, justice and a more hopeful future.
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