What We Do
SOCIAL MOBILIZATION
The primary step of the Programme is to provide the social guidance to the communities in order to prepare them to initiate the development themselves at grass root level. Here, the communities at form in small geographical raqbas in the shape of small development groups, community organizations, village development organizations. They are organized on the basis of initial dialogues, follow up meetings and after assessing their perception level of community participation in in their development, they are organized into the groups to initiate the development programmes. Before their final; formation, the basic information is collected from that community concerned. They are provided the knowledge, skill and related information with complete awareness to involve themselves in the development efforts with support of the Organization. They communities are imparted training to strengthen themselves in order to involve themselves actively in the development activity.
DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Keeping in view the frequency of natural disasters in the Pakistan, BASIC EDUCATION REFORMS & DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (BERD) built the capacity of the staff to cope with disasters and emergencies both natural and manmade. The organization started its programme for Recovery; Relief and Rehabilitation disaster hit areas with the cooperation of national and international donors. A well-structured and Keeping integrated disaster administration mechanism has evolved over the years. Along with other organizations, BERD supplemented the efforts of the government at supplemented the efforts of the government at Central and International donors in providing a vital input during emergencies and for preparedness and rehabilitation. A team of well trained professional is in place and working in flood hit areas of Pakistan with a special focus to REACH TO UNREACHED..
SOCIAL SECTOR SERVICES
The organized communities under take their social sector services with the support of Basic Education Reform & Development Foundation (BERD)Â the following way.
DEVELOPMENT OF MICRO-ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN COMMUNITIES
- Launching of Income generating activities
- Female development projects
- Facilities for development of Infrastructure
EDUCATION
The functional education is the basic right of every citizen. The organization has included education in citizen. The organization has included education in its sectoral development programmes. The quality education knowledge required for exploring the socio-economic development avenues is the need of the time in national and internal scenario. As such communities are encouraged to establish institution at elementary and higher level on public private partnership. Education on scientific lines and equip the youths to joined hands in national development as well as enhance the productivity for national development. BERD plans to cooperate with public sector as well as private sector organizations to improve the quality of education with special emphasis to strengthen the working capabilities of the people at all levels.
SKILL ENHANCEMENT TRAINING PROGRAMME
Human Resource development is one of the important activities of the Foundation. Human capital or social capital is the important factor for socio-economic change in the society. The programme is to establish the training institutions to impart skills in the disciplines which are related to human development and strengthening their capacities to be productive member of the society and resulting income  generation and increasing self employment situation in the region. Organization wants to support the  communities to run the comprehensive literacy, education and training programmes in various disciplines throughout AJK, Pakistan. The organization has included the training programme such as:
- Teacher’s training for education for both male and female
- Poultry training programmes for female community members
- Forest Nursery raising by female community members
- Vocation training (ready-made) for female members
- Vegetable growing training for female community members
- Fruit and crop production for male population
- Micro-enterprise development by male population
- Pollution free environmental activities for male and female
BASIC HEALTH PROGRAM
The organization plans to support the communities to development basic health programme in the communities. The scopes of health care activities are the same as defined by WHO. These may include:
- Treatment of common eases and injuries
- Maternal Child Care Programme
- family planning services
- Immunization against diseases and prevention of epidemics.
NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Pakistan is blessed with rich natural resources and enjoys fertile land and agriculture potentials are in abundance. BERD plans to strengthen the local population group’s to harness these resources. This Organization plans to cater for more productive and integrated efforts for sustainability and better management of natural resources in order to preserve the natural beauty and ensure environmental pollution free zone. This will be achieved through: Strengthening the linkages with public and private sector organization. Imparting training in related fields Providing technical assistance to organized communities and Ensuring high yields in crops and vegetables Joining efforts with Ministry /Department of environment and forest Department to improve the green Kashmir programmes through plantations campaign in the region.
MICRO ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
There is a need to introduce and improve the informal sector in Pakistan. The community members who sector in Pakistan. The community members who have the education, knowledge, skill and business trends required support. Such community members will be linked up with financial institutions for monetary support in the shape of loans/credits as well as the donors at national and international level to seek financial support for improvement in livelihood for poor. The primary objective is to provide these people investment support to enhance their earnings/incomes and engage themselves in self-employment programmes in the area. Assistance for productive enterprise, micro business, agro base industries and small productive units is to b provided. The purpose is to utilize the social capital with technical financial support o develop and encourage self employment programmes.
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PRODUCTIVE RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMME
The Organization has included PRIP in its development activities. Communities need technical support for facilitation of their infrastructure schemes which they wish to initiate by the organized communities. This is to evolve a participatory approach for the organized population at grass root level. The identification of their needs there is a need to improvement these need based projects like rural roads, safe drinking water supply schemes, water harvesting structures, mini dams, foot bridges, water tanks constructions at community levels to store the rain water. Irrigation channels and related infrastructure schemes
GENDER
The Organization attaches a high priority for formal and informal training to local women in general management techniques, various vocational areas, and income generating activities and projects. Training is regarded not just as a means to the acquisition of knowledge and skills, but also as an attempt to raise standard of general awareness and consciousness of the communities at large. As a dynamic and interactive process, training stimulates change in the participant by building their ills base o broaden opportunities for appreciating and perhaps even enhancing their economic social and sociologic possibility frontiers. Women roles in public life are rapidly becoming more prominent on account of number of factors. Male our-migration, an increase in the number of education women the diversification of off-farm activities and broader-level institutional synergies including the emergence of local NGOs have all become instrumental in encouraging women to contribute more at the wider community level.
COMBATING CHILD LABOR
With the passage of time Child Labor has become a chronic problem of the country. The Foundations intends to share with efforts of public and private sectors to overcome this national problem. There is a need to offer school, skill enhancement training programmes for them those who could not receive education at early stage. This is important to enable them to become the useful land productive citizens of the society. The youth will be provided hazardous free environment to their lives. The Organization plans to cooperate and share the efforts withal public and private sector organizations.
Development Goals
NO POVERTY
END POVERTY IN ALL ITS FORMS EVERYWHERE.
Eradicating poverty is not a task of charity, it’s an act of justice and the key to unlocking an enormous human potential. Still, nearly half of the world’s population lives in poverty, and lack of food and clean water is killing thousands every single day of the year. Together, we can feed the hungry, wipe out disease and give everyone in the world a chance to prosper and live a productive and rich life.
ZERO HUNGER
END HUNGER, ACHIEVE FOOD SECURITY AND IMPROVED NUTRITION AND PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE.
Hunger is the leading cause of death in the world. Our planet has provided us with tremendous resources, but unequal access and inefficient handling leaves millions of people malnourished. If we promote sustainable agriculture with modern technologies and fair distribution systems, we can sustain the whole world’s population and make sure that nobody will ever suffer from hunger again.
GOOD HEALTH & WELL-BEING
ENSURE HEALTHY LIVES AND PROMOTE WELL-BEING FOR ALL AT ALL AGES.
Over the last 15 years, the number of childhood deaths has been cut in half. This proves that it is possible to win the fight against almost every disease. Still, we are spending an astonishing amount of money and resources on treating illnesses that are surprisingly easy to prevent. The new goal for worldwide Good Health promotes healthy lifestyles, preventive measures and modern, efficient healthcare for everyone.
QUALITY EDUCATION
ENSURE INCLUSIVE AND EQUITABLE QUALITY EDUCATION AND PROMOTE LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL.
Education liberates the intellect, unlocks the imagination and is fundamental for self-respect. It is the key to prosperity and opens a world of opportunities, making it possible for each of us to contribute to a progressive, healthy society. Learning benefits every human being and should be available to all.
GENDER EQUALITY
ACHIEVE GENDER EQUALITY AND EMPOWER ALL WOMEN AND GIRLS.
Gender bias is undermining our social fabric and devalues all of us. It is not just a human rights issue; it is a tremendous waste of the world’s human potential. By denying women equal rights, we deny half the population a chance to live life at its fullest. Political, economic and social equality for women will benefit all the world’s citizens. Together we can eradicate prejudice and work for equal rights and respect for all.
CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
ENSURE AVAILABILITY AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION FOR ALL.
One in three people live without sanitation. This is causing unnecessary disease and death. Although huge strides have been made with access to clean drinking water, lack of sanitation is undermining these advances. If we provide affordable equipment and education in hygiene practices, we can stop this senseless suffering and loss of life.
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AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
ENSURE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE, RELIABLE, SUSTAINABLE AND MODERN ENERGY FOR ALL.
Renewable energy solutions are becoming cheaper, more reliable and more efficient every day. Our current reliance on fossil fuels is unsustainable and harmful to the planet, which is why we have to change the way we produce and consume energy. Implementing these new energy solutions as fast as possible is essential to counter climate change, one of the biggest threats to our own survival.
DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
PROMOTE SUSTAINED, INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH, FULL AND PRODUCTIVE EMPLOYMENT AND DECENT WORK FOR ALL.
Economic growth should be a positive force for the whole planet. This is why we must make sure that financial progress creates decent and fulfilling jobs while not harming the environment. We must protect labour rights and once and for all put a stop to modern slavery and child labour. If we promote job creation with expanded access to banking and financial services, we can make sure that everybody gets the benefits of entrepreneurship and innovation.
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INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
BUILD RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE, PROMOTE INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRIALIZATION AND FOSTER INNOVATION.
A functioning and resilient infrastructure is the foundation of every successful community. To meet future challenges, our industries and infrastructure must be upgraded. For this, we need to promote innovative sustainable technologies and ensure equal and universal access to information and financial markets. This will bring prosperity, create jobs and make sure that we build stable and prosperous societies across the globe.
REDUCED INEQUALITY
REDUCE INEQUALITY WITHIN AND AMONG COUNTRIES.
Too much of the world’s wealth is held by a very small group of people. This often leads to financial and social discrimination. In order for nations to flourish, equality and prosperity must be available to everyone – regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs or economic status. When every individual is self sufficient, the entire world prospers.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
MAKE CITIES AND HUMAN SETTLEMENTS INCLUSIVE, SAFE, RESILIENT AND SUSTAINABLE.
The world’s population is constantly increasing. To accommodate everyone, we need to build modern, sustainable cities. For all of us to survive and prosper, we need new, intelligent urban planning that creates safe, affordable and resilient cities with green and culturally inspiring living conditions.
RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
ENSURE SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION PATTERNS.
Our planet has provided us with an abundance of natural resources. But we have not utilized them responsibly and currently consume far beyond what our planet can provide. We must learn how to use and produce in sustainable ways that will reverse the harm that we have inflicted on the planet.
CLIMATE ACTION
ENSURE SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION PATTERNS.
Our planet has provided us with an abundance of natural resources. But we have not utilized them responsibly and currently consume far beyond what our planet can provide. We must learn how to use and produce in sustainable ways that will reverse the harm that we have inflicted on the planet.
LIFE BELOW WATER
CONSERVE AND SUSTAINABLY USE THE OCEANS, SEAS AND MARINE RESOURCES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
Healthy oceans and seas are essential to our existence. They cover 70 percent of our planet and we rely on them for food, energy and water. Yet, we have managed to do tremendous damage to these precious resources. We must protect them by eliminating pollution and overfishing and immediately start to responsibly manage and protect all marine life around the world.
LIFE ON LAND
PROTECT, RESTORE AND PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE USE OF TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS, SUSTAINABLY MANAGE FORESTS, COMBAT DESERTIFICATION, AND HALT AND REVERSE LAND DEGRADATION AND HALT BIODIVERSITY LOSS.
A flourishing life on land is the foundation for our life on this planet. We are all part of the planet’s ecosystem and we have caused severe damage to it through deforestation, loss of natural habitats and land degradation. Promoting a sustainable use of our ecosystems and preserving biodiversity is not a cause. It is the key to our own survival.
PEACE AND JUSTICE STRONG INSTITUTIONS
PROMOTE PEACEFUL AND INCLUSIVE SOCIETIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, PROVIDE ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR ALL AND BUILD EFFECTIVE, ACCOUNTABLE AND INCLUSIVE INSTITUTIONS AT ALL LEVELS.
Compassion and a strong moral compass is essential to every democratic society. Yet, persecution, injustice and abuse still runs rampant and is tearing at the very fabric of civilization. We must ensure that we have strong institutions, global standards of justice, and a commitment to peace everywhere.
PARTNERSHIP FOR THE GOALS
STRENGTHEN THE MEANS OF IMPLEMENTATION AND REVITALIZE THE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
The Global Goals can only be met if we work together. International investments and support is needed to ensure innovative technological development, fair trade and market access, especially for developing countries. To build a better world, we need to be supportive, empathetic, inventive, passionate, and above all, cooperative.
Development Goals
NO POVERTY
END POVERTY IN ALL ITS FORMS EVERYWHERE.
Eradicating poverty is not a task of charity, it’s an act of justice and the key to unlocking an enormous human potential. Still, nearly half of the world’s population lives in poverty, and lack of food and clean water is killing thousands every single day of the year. Together, we can feed the hungry, wipe out disease and give everyone in the world a chance to prosper and live a productive and rich life.
ZERO HUNGER
END POVERTY IN ALL ITS FORMS EVERYWHERE.
Eradicating poverty is not a task of charity, it’s an act of justice and the key to unlocking an enormous human potential. Still, nearly half of the world’s population lives in poverty, and lack of food and clean water is killing thousands every single day of the year. Together, we can feed the hungry, wipe out disease and give everyone in the world a chance to prosper and live a productive and rich life.
GOOD HEALTH & WELL-BEING
ENSURE HEALTHY LIVES AND PROMOTE WELL-BEING FOR ALL AT ALL AGES.
Over the last 15 years, the number of childhood deaths has been cut in half. This proves that it is possible to win the fight against almost every disease. Still, we are spending an astonishing amount of money and resources on treating illnesses that are surprisingly easy to prevent. The new goal for worldwide Good Health promotes healthy lifestyles and preventive measures.
QUALITY EDUCATION
ENSURE INCLUSIVE AND EQUITABLE QUALITY EDUCATION AND PROMOTE LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL.
Education liberates the intellect, unlocks the imagination and is fundamental for self-respect. It is the key to prosperity and opens a world of opportunities, making it possible for each of us to contribute to a progressive, healthy society. Learning benefits every human being and should be available to all.
GENDER EQUALITY
ACHIEVE GENDER EQUALITY AND EMPOWER ALL WOMEN AND GIRLS.
Gender bias is undermining our social fabric and devalues all of us. It is not just a human rights issue; it is a tremendous waste of the world’s human potential. By denying women equal rights, we deny half the population a chance to live life at its fullest. Political, economic and social equality for women will benefit all the world’s citizens.Â
CLEAN WATER & SANITATION
ENSURE AVAILABILITY AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION FOR ALL.
One in three people live without sanitation. This is causing unnecessary disease and death. Although huge strides have been made with access to clean drinking water, lack of sanitation is undermining these advances. If we provide affordable equipment and education in hygiene practices, we can stop this senseless suffering and loss of life.
AFFORDABLE & CLEAN ENERGY
ENSURE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE, RELIABLE, SUSTAINABLE AND MODERN ENERGY FOR ALL.
Renewable energy solutions are becoming cheaper, more reliable and more efficient every day. Our current reliance on fossil fuels is unsustainable and harmful to the planet, which is why we have to change the way we produce and consume energy. Implementing these new energy solutions as fast as possible is essential to counter climate change.
DECENT WORK & ECONOMIC GROWTH
PROMOTE SUSTAINED, INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH, FULL AND PRODUCTIVE EMPLOYMENT AND DECENT WORK FOR ALL.
Economic growth should be a positive force for the whole planet. This is why we must make sure that financial progress creates decent and fulfilling jobs while not harming the environment. We must protect labour rights and once and for all put a stop to modern slavery and child labour.
INDUSTRY, INNOVATION & INFRASTRUCTURE
BUILD RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE, PROMOTE INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRIALIZATION AND FOSTER INNOVATION.
A functioning and resilient infrastructure is the foundation of every successful community. To meet future challenges, our industries and infrastructure must be upgraded. For this, we need to promote innovative sustainable technologies and ensure equal and universal access to information and financial markets. This will bring prosperity, create jobs in the society.
Development Goals
REDUCED INEQUALITY
REDUCE INEQUALITY WITHIN AND AMONG COUNTRIES.
Too much of the world’s wealth is held by a very small group of people. This often leads to financial and social discrimination. In order for nations to flourish, equality and prosperity must be available to everyone – regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs or economic status. When every individual is self sufficient, the entire world prospers.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
MAKE CITIES AND HUMAN SETTLEMENTS INCLUSIVE, SAFE, RESILIENT AND SUSTAINABLE.
The world’s population is constantly increasing. To accommodate everyone, we need to build modern, sustainable cities. For all of us to survive and prosper, we need new, intelligent urban planning that creates safe, affordable and resilient cities with green and culturally inspiring living conditions.
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RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
ENSURE SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION PATTERNS.
Our planet has provided us with an abundance of natural resources. But we have not utilized them responsibly and currently consume far beyond what our planet can provide. We must learn how to use and produce in sustainable ways that will reverse the harm that we have inflicted on the planet.
CLIMATE ACTION
TAKE URGENT ACTION TO COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS IMPACTS.
Climate change is a real and undeniable threat to our entire civilization. The effects are already visible and will be catastrophic unless we act now. Through education, innovation and adherence to our climate commitments, we can make the necessary changes to protect the planet. These changes also provide huge opportunities to modernize our infrastructure which will create new jobs and promote greater prosperity across the globe.
LIFE BELOW WATER
CONSERVE AND SUSTAINABLY USE THE OCEANS, SEAS AND MARINE RESOURCES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
Healthy oceans and seas are essential to our existence. They cover 70 percent of our planet and we rely on them for food, energy and water. Yet, we have managed to do tremendous damage to these precious resources. We must protect them by eliminating pollution and overfishing and immediately start to responsibly manage and protect all marine life around the world.
LIFE ON LAND
PROTECT, RESTORE AND PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE USE OF TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS, SUSTAINABLY MANAGE FORESTS, COMBAT DESERTIFICATION, AND HALT AND REVERSE LAND DEGRADATION AND HALT BIODIVERSITY LOSS.
A flourishing life on land is the foundation for our life on this planet. We are all part of the planet’s ecosystem and we have caused severe damage to it through deforestation, loss of natural habitats and land degradation. Promoting a sustainable use of our ecosystems and preserving biodiversity is not a cause. It is the key to our own survival.
PEACE AND JUSTICE STRONG INSTITUTIONS
PROMOTE PEACEFUL AND INCLUSIVE SOCIETIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, PROVIDE ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR ALL AND BUILD EFFECTIVE, ACCOUNTABLE AND INCLUSIVE INSTITUTIONS AT ALL LEVELS.
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Compassion and a strong moral compass is essential to every democratic society. Yet, persecution, injustice and abuse still runs rampant and is tearing at the very fabric of civilization. We must ensure that we have strong institutions, global standards of justice, and a commitment to peace everywhere.
PARTNERSHIP FOR THE GOALS
STRENGTHEN THE MEANS OF IMPLEMENTATION AND REVITALIZE THE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
The Global Goals can only be met if we work together. International investments and support is needed to ensure innovative technological development, fair trade and market access, especially for developing countries. To build a better world, we need to be supportive, empathetic, inventive, passionate, and above all, cooperative.
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