Civil Society Support Program - CSSP

CSSP organized a 3-day Training of Youth Leaders Core Group (YLCG) on Activism, Leadership, and Enterprise Development under the project Shared Futures – Socio-Economic Cooperation for Better Future in Hyderabad.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Noor Muhammad Bajeer, CEO CSSP, who emphasized youth-led community development and social responsibility. Expert sessions were conducted by Lead Trainer, Mr. Iqbal Detho, Former Chairperson Human Rights Commission, on leadership and social cohesion; Mr. Wahid Sangrasi, Head of Programmes CSSP, on youth group structures and organizational management; Mr. Dileep Kumar, HOD M&E, COMMS & RM CSSP, on CSSP’s Complaint Response Mechanism and organizational accountability frameworks; and Mr. Vinod Kumar Soni, DSP Legal Hyderabad Range, who joined as a guest and highlighted tolerance, unity, and responsible citizenship.

The training strengthened participants’ capacities in leadership, youth activism, communication, social cohesion, diversity & inclusion, human rights, and enterprise development, while enhancing their confidence and sense of civic responsibility.

On the final day, Dr. Fatah Marri, Vice Chancellor, University of Sindh Jamshoro and recipient of Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, graced the closing session and delivered concluding remarks, appreciating CSSP’s initiatives in youth development and highlighting the importance of youth leadership and constructive civic engagement. The program concluded with the distribution of certificates among participants in recognition of their successful completion.

During CSSP’s Mental Health Awareness Week Campaign (11–17 May), district-level engagements promoted psychosocial well-being and encouraged open conversations about mental health. Under this year's theme “Take Action for Mental Health,” the campaign included awareness walks, interactive sessions, and community dialogues focused on emotional well-being and collective care.

📍 Umerkot
A Mental Health Awareness Session at Hyder Farm engaged community members through brainstorming activities and a cultural play focused on emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, and community support. The session encouraged open dialogue and strengthened understanding of mental health as an essential part of a healthy society.

📍 Sanghar
CSSP’s youth group organized a Mental Health Awareness Walk from Mirpurkhas Chowk to Sanghar Press Club to raise awareness about stress, anxiety, and depression among young people. The walk encouraged youth to openly discuss mental health challenges, seek support, and help reduce stigma in society.

📍 Mirpurkhas
At Village Veeho Kohli, Taluka Shujabad, a mental health and stress management session engaged 40 women and young girls on recognizing stress and anxiety while promoting self-care and positive coping mechanisms. Interactive discussions created a supportive space for participants to share experiences and strengthen emotional resilience.

Through these initiatives, communities were encouraged to prioritize mental wellbeing, support one another, and continue building safe spaces for awareness, empathy, and positive change.