Islamabad, Pakistan

Our Strategy

Rights.Resilience.Responsibility.

Research that shapes policy.
Advocacy that drives change.
Development that sustains.

CRAD is an independent center for research, advocacy and development — turning evidence into policy and ideas into measurable change.

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About CRAD

Independent work, built on integrity and impact.

Based in Islamabad, with a country-wide network, CRAD connects research, policy, advocacy and sustainable development — partnering with universities, think tanks, NGOs and public institutions to advance practical, lasting reform.

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CRAD's Compass

The areas we've chosen to impact.

Access to Climate Justice

Advancing constitutional and international commitments to a livable climate.

Labour Rights & Wellbeing

Securing the dignity, safety and pay working Pakistanis are owed.

Guarding Digital Futures — Media & AI

Championing accountable, ethical use of technology and AI.

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Latest Insights

Where evidence meets policy.

Policy Brief

CRAD in Action

Convening ideas, people and policy.

Glimpses from our seminars, dialogues and research gatherings in Islamabad.

**Seminar**Real estate regulation in Islamabad

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Our Team

The people behind CRAD.

Core Team

Abdur Rahim Wazir

Founder & Executive Director

Syed Ijlal Haider

Team Lead, Strategy & Research

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Let's build a more just and progressive society — together.

Universities, think tanks, NGOs, public institutions and young leaders are invited to collaborate with CRAD.

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Research that shapes policy.Advocacy that drives change.Development that sustains.