A cross-party voice for human rights in Pakistan
A Platform for Rights, Reform & Democratic Change
For more than two decades, PCHR has worked where human rights, Parliament and public policy converge —creating space for dialogue, influencing legislative and policy processes, and bringing evidence and diverse voices into democratic decision-making.
As a cross-party parliamentary platform, PCHR connects parliamentarians, institutions, civil society, experts and communities to address complex human rights and governance challenges. Its approach combines research, policy insight, parliamentary engagement and strategic
advocacy to turn evidence into reform and commitments into action.
PCHR’s strength lies in its ability to bridge perspectives and build pathways for change—contributing to a Pakistan where rights are protected, institutions are accountable, governance is inclusive, and democratic processes deliver for all.
2002
Year Established
Our Vision
A just, inclusive and democratic society where everyone enjoys equal rights, dignity, justice and opportunity.
Our Mission
To advance human rights and democratic governance by strengthening the capacity of Parliament and public institutions, empowering parliamentarians as champions of human rights, and connecting government, civil society, media, academia and communities to drive meaningful and lasting reform.
Our Guiding Principles
What We Stand For
Our work is grounded in the belief that:
Rights for Everyone
Human rights are universal and belong to every person, without discrimination.
Rights Are Interconnected
Civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights are interconnected, interdependent and indivisible.
Rights Strengthen Societies
Protecting human rights strengthens democracy, peace, justice and sustainable development.
Institutions Must Deliver
Governments and public institutions have a responsibility to respect, protect and fulfil human rights—and to ensure that these rights are realised in practice.
Bridging Parliament, Policy & People
PCHR connects Parliament, public institutions and civil society to advance rights-based governance, informed policymaking and democratic accountability. We turn dialogue and evidence into opportunities for legislative action, institutional reform and meaningful public participation.
We work to:
- Strengthen parliamentary action on human rights and democratic governance
- Advance rights-based legislation and policy reform
- Connect evidence and expertise with public decision-making
- Promote civic participation, transparency and accountability
- Build dialogue and collaboration between state and non-state actors
- Amplify the voices of communities and rights-holders in policy processes
Our Working Model
Connecting Evidence, Expertise & Action
PCHR believes lasting change is built through collective action, informed dialogue and shared
ownership. We bring together parliamentarians, public institutions, civil society, media,
academia, development partners and international organisations to develop practical, inclusive
and sustainable responses to human rights and governance challenges.
Our model connects research and evidence with policy advocacy, technical expertise,
institutional strengthening and community engagement—linking knowledge to decision-making
and decision-making to results.
We work across the continuum from evidence to policy, policy to institutions, and institutions to
people, helping turn ideas and commitments into reforms that can endure.
Our Commitment
Building a Pakistan where rights are protected, justice is accessible, institutions are accountable,
and every person can live with dignity and equal opportunity.
PCHR works through evidence, advocacy, collaboration, and institutional reform to turn human
rights from principles into lived realities.