Code for Pakistan

When women have access to education, healthcare, and opportunities, they don’t just improve their own lives—they lift up entire communities. Read the full daily times article here: https://lnkd.in/ebnsk9yv This #WomensDay, we’re reflecting on what real empowerment looks like. It’s about breaking barriers, creating space, and making sure women have the tools to lead and innovate. Our founder, Sheba Najmi, was honored with the Hum Network Ltd Women Leaders Award for her work in civic tech — because when women drive change, everyone benefits. Let’s keep pushing for a more inclusive, equitable future. Be part of the movement: https://lnkd.in/euTvpeBB #WomenInTech #CivicInnovation #CodeForPakistan #InternationalWomensDay #HUMTV #WomenLeaders

Meet Muhammad Samar, Abdul Faiq, and Maryam Shad Wazir from CECOS University of Information Technology and Emerging Sciences #Peshawar, who are working on the On-Farm Water Management Project under the Civic Innovation Program (CIP)! With CIP’s support, they’re able to leverage technology to address a critical real-world challenge: #WaterConservation in #Pakistan’s agriculture sector. Through their project, they aim to help farmers improve productivity, manage resources efficiently, and adopt sustainable practices. This is how young innovators are shaping the future of farming and digital solutions through CfP's Civic Innovator Program! 🚀 Be part of the movement: https://lnkd.in/euTvpeBB Stay tuned to our socials for more inspiring projects and stories! #CivicInnovation #CivicTech #Agritech #CodeForPakistan #FarmingForTheFuture #InnovationAtWork #Peshawar

When women lead, communities thrive. This #WomensDay, we’re reflecting on the power of women’s leadership in driving innovation and inclusion. Hear from our founder, Sheba Najmi, on why investing in women’s leadership is key to shaping a better future. At Code for Pakistan, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for women in civic tech—because real change starts with access, support, and action. Join us in building a more inclusive future. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/euTvpeBB #WomenInTech #CivicInnovation #CodeForPakistan #WomenLeadership #InternationalWomensDay

This #WomensDay, we’re celebrating the power of women leading change! Last year, our founder, Sheba Najmi, was honored with the Hum Network Ltd Women Leaders Award for her work in civic tech and community-driven innovation. Her journey is proof of what’s possible when we invest in women’s leadership. Let’s keep the momentum going. Your support helps create more opportunities for women in tech and civic innovation across Pakistan. Join us in making a difference—donate today: https://lnkd.in/euTvpeBB Video: Hum TV #WomenInTech #CivicInnovation #CodeForPakistan #InternationalWomensDay #HUMTV #WomenLeaders

Part 7/7 : Meet the Founder - Don Norman Design Awards! From breaking barriers to building impact, women in tech are shaping the future. Follow Sheba Najmi's journey in this special interview series with Asad Awan (CEO Potrero Labs, ex-VP Facebook), as they discuss the power of women in civic tech and the change they are creating. 📺 Stay tuned for more! #WomenInTech #CivicTech #Leadership #IWD #Pakistan #WomenEmpowerment #pakistaniwomen

Part 6/7: Meet the Founder - Starting Code for Pakistan From breaking barriers to building impact, women in tech are shaping the future. Follow Sheba Najmi's journey in this special interview series with Asad Awan (CEO Potrero Labs, ex-Facebook) as they discuss the power of women in civic tech and the change they are creating. 📺 Stay tuned for more! #WomenInTech #CivicTech #WomenEmpowerment #Leadership #IWD #InternationalWomensDay

Part 5/7: Meet the Founder - Design Thinking at FreeWill Design isn’t just what something looks like—it’s how it works, how it’s understood, and how it creates impact. But how do we make design and engineering more visible in a fast-moving startup? How can design thinking impact innovation? From breaking barriers to building impact, women in tech are shaping the future. Follow Sheba Najmi's journey in this special interview series with Asad Awan (CEO Potrero Labs, ex-Facebook) as they discuss the power of women in civic tech and the change they are creating.

Part 4/7: Meet the Founder - Thriving at a start-up like FreeWill How do you navigate the challenges of reactive product development? How can user experience research drive better design decisions? From breaking barriers to building impact, women in tech are shaping the future. Follow Sheba Najmi's journey in this special interview series with Asad Awan (CEO Potrero Labs, ex-Facebook) as they discuss the power of women in civic tech and the change they are creating. 📺 Stay tuned for more! #WomenInTech #CivicTech #WomenEmpowerment #Leadership #IWD #InternationalWomensDay

Empowering the next generation of civic innovators! Hear from Karishma Zaka Ullah, Program Manager for our Civic Innovator Program (CIP), on how CIP is shaping the future! In collaboration with the government, universities, and industry leaders, CIP empowers students to tackle 250+ real-world challenges faced by government departments. Students from top universities like IMSciences ORIC, CECOS University of Information Technology and Emerging Sciences, and Iqra National University Peshawar, work on groundbreaking digital projects, guided by expert mentors from the industry. By bridging the gap between academia and governance, CIP is fostering a new wave of innovation, impact, and problem-solving in Pakistan! Stay tuned for inspiring stories from our innovators! 💡 #CivicInnovation #FutureLeaders #GovTech #DigitalTransformation #Pakistan #CodeForPakistan #Innovation #StudentImpact

On-Farm Innovation: Can Tech Solve Pakistan’s Water Crisis? 🚨 With 90% of Pakistan’s freshwater allocated to agriculture—but up to 60% lost due to inefficient irrigation—the urgency for smarter water management is clear. CIP's ongoing On-Farm Water Management Project is working on utilizing AI and IoT to reduce water waste, optimize crop health, and improve climate resilience. But large-scale adoption remains a challenge. What’s needed? 1. Investment in smart irrigation infrastructure 2. Public-private collaboration to scale on-farm innovation 3. Training farmers to adopt water-efficient technologies What role should policymakers, agritech companies, and investors play in driving sustainable farming solutions? Let’s discuss! ⬇️ Dawn Group of Newspapers Dawn News English Khalid S. Wattoo, PMP International Water Management Institute (IWMI) Germanwatch e.V. #Water #WaterManagement #WaterConservation #WASA #Pakistan #Drought #ClimateChange #Agriculture #AgriTech