R&DP HUB STRUCTURE

  • Empowering Knowledge
  • Shaping Policy
  • Driving Sustainable Change

Organizational Structure

The HDPO R&DP HUB is led by a dynamic and diverse team of professionals, advisors, and volunteers:

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Leadership Team

  • Patron-in-Chief: President, HDPO
  • Director General (DG), R&DP HUB:Overall strategic head and policy lead
  • Deputy Director (Programs & Policy): Supervises program implementation and policy coordination
  • Deputy Director (Research & Development):Oversees research, publications, and innovation
  • Manager (Communications & Outreach): Handles visibility, engagement, and advocacy
  • Executive Assistant to DG: Administrative and coordination support

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Volunteer Network

The R&DP HUB is supported by a strong volunteer corps of researchers, youth leaders, policy enthusiasts, and community advocates working nationwide. Volunteer roles include:

  • Lead Volunteers (per thematic area)
  • Volunteer Research Associates
  • Climate and Peace Ambassadors
  • Public Awareness and Advocacy Campaigners
  • Research Writers, Editors, and Data Analysts

These volunteers represent universities, academic institutions, and communities — contributing to HDPO’s commitment to youth-led research and participatory development.

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Cross-Cutting Units

  • Policy Publications & Editorial Unit
  • Research Data & Digital Innovation Unit
  • Training, Capacity Building & Fellowship Unit
  • Finance & Administration Unit

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Program Teams (Per Thematic Area)

Each of the eight thematic domains is managed by:

  • Program Lead
  • Senior Policy/Research Analyst
  • Research Officer
  • Advocacy & Engagement Coordinator
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
  • Research Assistant

Key Functions & Activities

The HDPO R&DP HUB undertakes a range of impactful initiatives and policy-driven activities:

  • Research Studies and Surveys: Conducts national and regional studies on social development, governance, climate resilience, gender, and human rights.
  • Policy Papers and Briefs: Produces policy-oriented reports, white papers, and briefs for government, donors, and development partners.
  • Seminars, Dialogues & Webinars: Organizes expert sessions, policy dialogues, and international webinars on emerging development issues.
  • Capacity Building Workshops: Equips youth, professionals, and community members with research, advocacy, and policy analysis skills.
  • Collaborations & Partnerships: Builds research partnerships with universities, international organizations, government departments, and think-tanks.
  • Publications & Knowledge Dissemination: Regularly releases the HDPO Policy Review, newsletters, reports, and digital publications to promote public awareness and advocacy.
  • Fellowship & Internship Programs: Offers research and policy internships, youth fellowships, and academic collaborations to nurture new talent.
  • Policy Impact Assessment & Monitoring: Evaluates ongoing policies and development programs, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Research Methodology & Approach

The HUB adopts an integrated research approach combining. This ensures that every HDPO policy recommendation is scientifically sound, socially inclusive, and locally relevant.

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Quantitative and Qualitative Methodologies
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Community-Centered Data Collection
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Participatory Policy Design Frameworks
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration
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Evidence-to-Action policy Translation

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Partnerships and Collaborations

The R&DP HUB actively collaborates with:

  • Government departments and ministries
  • National and international NGOs
  • Academic and research institutions
  • Donor agencies and embassies
  • Private sector and media partners.

These collaborations amplify HDPO’s voice in national and international policy dialogues, including forums related to the United Nations SDGs, COP Conferences, and other global initiatives.

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Alignment with SDGs

All R&DP HUB programs align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:

  • SDG 1: No Poverty
  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4: Quality Education
  • SDG 5: Gender Equality
  • SDG 13: Climate Action
  • SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Expected Outcomes

Through its integrated approach, the HDPO R&DP HUB aims to achieve:

  • Strengthened national policy frameworks aligned with SDGs
  • Enhanced research capacity and innovation culture in Pakistan
  • Greater public awareness of development, peace, and sustainability issues
  • Increased youth participation in national policy dialogues
  • Informed and inclusive decision-making at community and government levels

Join the R&DP HUB

The HDPO welcomes researchers, youth leaders, academicians, policy practitioners, and development professionals to join the Research & Development Policy HUB as members, fellows, or volunteers.
Together, we can transform research into impact, and policy into progress.
📧 For Membership & Collaboration: [email protected]
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