GENDER EQUALITY AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
Project Introduction: The “SELP: Women NIC and Voter Registration Campaign” project, funded by TDEA, was implemented by GEESE to reduce the male-female voter deficit by registering unregistered women for NICs. The project was implemented in the geographical area of District Battagram, with a focus on mobilizing communities and stakeholders. The project duration spanned from November 6, 2017, to May 31, 2018, with a total budget of PKR 5,541,544. During this period, GEESE successfully facilitated 2051 women in obtaining their NICs, despite challenges, and achieved significant progress in mobilizing communities and stakeholders. Through this project, GEESE enhanced the participation of women in the electoral process, contributing to a more inclusive and representative democracy. The project’s achievements underscore the importance of targeted initiatives in promoting gender equality and civic engagement. Project Activities: - Conducted community meetings to raise awareness about NIC registration. - Organized corner meetings and public forums to engage with local communities. - Engaged with local influential people, religious leaders, and political parties to support the project. - Conducted door-to-door visits to identify and list unregistered women. - Requested and arranged Mobile Registration Vans (MRVs) visits to facilitate NIC registration. - Coordinated with NADRA and ECP officials to ensure smooth project implementation. - Facilitated women in obtaining their NICs through various project activities.