Civil Society Support Programme (CSSP) Information

The Civil Society Support Programme (CSSP) is a non-profit civil society organization which emerged as a response to the challenges facing the civil society of Pakistan, with regards to the fight against poverty, social injustice, and governance issues. It is registered under Societies Act XXI 1860. CSSP is aimed at socio-political transformation of citizens and institutions through organizing, educating, engaging and empowering citizens for a democratic, just and peaceful society. Currently, CSSP operates in 40 districts through its main office situated in Hyderabad and regional and field offices in Sukkur, Mithi, Umerkot, and Islamabad. Vision: “A responsible citizenry and proactive democratic civil society. “ Mission: “Socio-political transformation through organizing, educating, engaging and empowering citizens and institutions for a democratic, just and peaceful society" Goal:" Building vibrant and democratic society wherein citizens & institutions actively contribute for socio-economic development and good governance." Objectives: Objective-01: Capacitated & engaged youth groups and organizations in building a democratic and just society. Objective-02: Enhanced role of citizens and institutions for the improvement of education at policy & practice. Objective-03: Increased responsiveness of citizens and institutions with integrated and participatory engagement. Objective-04: Strengthened citizens and social watch groups to promote and protect basic human rights and inter-faith harmony. Objective-05: Improved organizational governance, policies & practices with gender & environment sensitized culture and high performance team. For more information, please visit www.cssp.org.pk