Accountability Lab Pakistan
Can a democracy truly be participatory if half the population remains underrepresented in political decision-making?
Women's political participation is fundamental to inclusive and responsive gove...
Extreme heat is only one sign of a much larger crisis. As climate impacts intensify across Pakistan, the economic, social, and governance challenges they create are becoming increasingly difficult ...
Pakistan’s wetlands constitute nearly 9.7% of the country’s total land area and are among its most important ecosystems supporting biodiversity, regulating climate impacts, and sustaining local com...
Balochistan, a province rich in natural resources, is facing an escalating water crisis. Over the past two decades, access to clean drinking water has become increasingly difficult, affecting both ...
Karachi’s coastline is facing a silent threat. Abandoned fishing gear, known as ghost nets and ghost gear, continues to trap marine life long after it is discarded, contributing to the death of fis...
Karachi, home to over 21 million people as per the 2023 census, reflects a growing urban divide. Nearly 75% of its population lives in around 1,000 informal settlements, of which only 565 are legal...
Tali Das, a village in Ghizer, was devastated by the August 2025 floods triggered by glacial lake outbursts, a growing climate threat in northern Pakistan. Entire communities were displaced as more...
Gomazi, a village in Balochistan, is facing severe water scarcity in the aftermath of the 2010 floods. With limited infrastructure and prolonged drought-like conditions in the region, access to cle...
The 2025 floods in Swat highlight the growing impact of climate change on vulnerable communities. Once known for its natural beauty and tourism-driven economy, the region has faced widespread destr...
Karachi’s coastline is facing a silent threat. Abandoned fishing gear, known as ghost nets and ghost gear, continues to trap marine life long after it is discarded, contributing to the death of fis...
Fuel price hikes are increasing pressure on households and businesses across Pakistan, highlighting deeper challenges around energy dependence and inflation.
As global oil prices rise, many are re...
With over 60% of Pakistan’s population under the age of 30, the country is home to a vibrant and innovative generation. While youth unemployment poses a significant challenge, this demographic repr...
Karachi, one of the world’s largest megacities with an estimated population of about 18.5–19 million people, is under the grip of a silent environmental crisis. Piles of garbage, traffic congestion...
Ms. Gulmina Bilal, Chairperson of the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), emphasized the importance of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset during her address at the Pub...
As climate change continues to reshape ecosystems, the role of wetlands has never been more critical.
To carry this conversation forward, Accountability Lab Pakistan, in collaboration with Green M...
Accountability Lab Pakistan hosted a Public Dialogue in collaboration with Hamdard University and Freedom Gate for Prosperity. The focus of dialogue was on youth employment crisis and entrepreneurs...
Huda Ikram, Senior Political Advisor at the British Deputy High Commission, Karachi, emphasized the growing importance of addressing climate change while speaking at World Wetlands Day seminar held...
Haleji Lake, one of Sindh’s most important wetlands and a key sanctuary for migratory birds along international flyways, reflects the delicate balance between water governance, biodiversity, and co...
Syed Faisal Karim, anchor and journalist, highlighted the growing urgency of protecting Pakistan’s wetlands while speaking on the occasion of World Wetlands Day seminar held at Federal Urdu Univers...
At the World Wetlands Day seminar hosted by Accountability Lab Pakistan in collaboration with the Green Media Initiatives at Federal Urdu University of Arts, Sciences and Technology-Karachi, studen...