Youth Engagement, Leadership and Empowerment

HDPO recognizes that youth are the driving force of positive transformation and sustainable development. As part of our holistic development approach, HDPO actively engages young people through dynamic, inclusive programs that cultivate leadership, build resilience, and promote civic responsibility. This program empowers youth not just as participants, but as change makers, peacebuilders, and leaders of tomorrow.

Through this initiative, HDPO provides meaningful platforms for youth to engage in decision-making and community leadership, develop conflict mediation and peacebuilding skills, participate in climate action, green campaigns, and sustainability projects, and access skills development, vocational training, entrepreneurship support, and microfinance opportunities to build economic independence. Special attention is given to marginalized youth, ensuring inclusivity, equity, and representation across all spheres of engagement. This program enables young people to contribute meaningfully to Pakistan’s growth, peace, and sustainable development.

Aim:

To harness the creativity, energy, and leadership potential of youth by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to lead in community development, climate action, peacebuilding, and economic resilience.

Purpose:

HDPO is committed to developing a generation of empowered, proactive, and socially responsible youth—equipped to lead peacebuilding efforts, advocate for environmental justice, and build economically stable, inclusive communities. We strive to ensure youth voices are valued, their leadership is fostered, and they are prepared to shape a brighter and more sustainable future.

Projects:

Taleem-e-Yafta Beti, Taraqqi Yafta Pakistan

Second Chance School

Street To School