Sindh Community Foundation-SCF

Founded in 2001, Sindh Community Foundation (SCF) is a nationally recognized non-governmental organization headquartered in Hyderabad, Sindh. Officially registered under the Societies Act XXI of 1860 (Reg. No. 5104) in 2007, SCF is certified by the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy, registered with the Economic Affairs Division, and holds tax-exempt status from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). On the international front, SCF has held special consultative status with the United Nations ECOSOC since 2015, is an accredited observer to the Green Climate Fund, and is a member of the Global Disaster Risk Reduction Network and the National Humanitarian Network (NHN).

SCF began as a youth-led initiative promoting blood donation in underserved communities and has grown into a dynamic development organization working to empower marginalized groups—especially women, youth, and rural communities. Its vision is to create a just and inclusive society, free from discrimination.

SCF works across key development areas, including education, gender equality, youth empowerment, economic justice, disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, governance, and human rights. The organization emphasizes grassroots participation and sustainable development.

SCF has signed Letters of Understanding (LOUs) with the Literacy and Education Departments of Sindh to support literacy and climate change education programs. The organization actively promotes girls’ education by training female teachers in gender-responsive teaching methods, providing school uniforms to girls from low-income families, and offering transportation support to ensure continued attendance.

Additionally, SCF works to improve access to clean water and sanitation facilities and plays an active role in humanitarian response efforts during climate-related catastrophes in Sindh, supporting vulnerable communities to build resilience and recover effectively. In recognition of its outstanding contributions, SCF has been honored with the "Just Climate Solution Award" at COP27 in Egypt. This award was presented to SCF in acknowledgment of its tireless efforts to advance labor rights for women cotton workers in the face of rising temperatures and the impacts of climate change in Sindh. The award was granted by Women Engage for Common Future, the United Nations Climate Technology Centre & Network (UNCTCN), and the Women and Gender Constituency.

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SCF has garnered support and collaboration from national and international donors, including United Nations agencies .SCF has garnered support and collaboration from national and international donors, including United Nations agencies such as UNDP, UNESCO, UN Habitat, UN Women, and the Government of Sindh, to implement various development projects. The organization has also been actively involved in humanitarian efforts, notably responding to the 2010, 2011 and 2022 floods in Sindh, where it focused on early response and recovery for the affected population. Its work in disaster risk reduction (DRR) has been crucial for the resilience of the Sindh Province. SCF has been an active participant in numerous international, regional, and national forums, advocating for a variety of causes. These include its involvement in the Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development and the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, as well as its participation in initiatives such as the Pakistan Peace Forum, The SUN (Scale Up Nutrition), Civil Society Alliance (CSA), and Girls Not Brides.

Furthermore, SCF has built strong partnerships with academic institutions, including the Sindh Development Study Center of the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh Agriculture University Tando Jam, and the Institute of Environmental Engineering & Management (IEEM) at Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamhsoro. The organization also collaborates closely with governmental bodies, including the Planning and Development, Education & Literacy, Labor, and Women Development departments of the Government of Sindh.

SCF has responded to the humanitarian crises in 2010 , 2011 and 2022 in Sindh and worked for early response and recovery of the flood-affected populations. It has also worked in disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in Sindh Province. SCF has been part of the international, regional, and national forums on various themes mainly the Asia Pacific Forum Sustainable Development-SDGs, UN Commission on Status of Women, Pakistan Peace Forum, The SUN (Scale Up Nutrition), Civil Society Alliance (CSA) and Girls Not Brides, UN Women and Gender Constituency . SCF has also attended two UNFCCC Climate change conference in COP27 and COP28 and has become part of global debates in climate change. SCF has built strong coordination on development interventions with the academia viz; Sindh Development Study Center of the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh Agriculture University Tando Jam, Institute of Environmental Engineering & Management (IEEM) -of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamhsoro, Planning and Development Board, Government of Sindh, Education, Labor and women development department.

OUR VISION

Sindh Community Foundation (SCF) envisions a socially and economically empowered society, free from discrimination based on caste, gender, or race, where every individual has equitable access to social justice and resources.

OUR MISSION

SCF is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces and opportunities for marginalized and vulnerable groups—including women, youth, people with disabilities, and minorities living in rural and informal urban areas of Sindh. Through equitable access to socio-economic development, improved health, and enhanced education, SCF empowers these populations to exercise their rights, combat poverty, and challenge all forms of injustice.

OUR OBJECTIVES

• Ensure that all children, regardless of gender, race, color, or geographical location, have access to quality education, preventing school dropouts and discontinuation for any reason.

• Expand access to clean water and sanitation facilities for rural populations, enhancing overall public health and well-being.

• Promote equal socio-economic opportunities for women and girls, empowering them to participate in decision-making processes and contribute meaningfully to development initiatives.

• Engage communities and stakeholders to protect women and girls from gender-based violence and child marriage, fostering safe and supportive environments.

• Strengthen the capacities of local partners, community groups, civil society organizations (CSOs), and government officials to effectively implement Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with a focus on pro-poor and marginalized policies and programs.

• Provide dynamic and creative platforms for youth to develop leadership skills, enhance civic engagement, and build knowledge, preparing them to become constructive and responsible citizens.

• Raise awareness among communities and youth on HIV prevention and reproductive health issues, promoting informed health choices and reducing stigma.

• Build climate-resilient communities and advance environmental governance through sustainable practices and community-driven climate action.

• Foster peaceful, inclusive, and positive community values, promoting social cohesion, mutual respect, and cultural harmony.