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Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
CGPA, as a member of the scientific panel on oil and ghee policies and standards, participated in discussions. Zubair Faisal Abbasi representing civil society perspective laid emphasis on the need of looking at standards and regulations from the perspective of food governance to protect people's right to good health and food security. In addition, the Sindh Food Authority SFA must keep following global best-practice policies while regulating "nutrients of public health concern". One of the best-practice policies on oils and fats have been encapsulated in the REPLACE package of the World Health Organization. There is an urgent need to operationalise the package in #Pakistan, and CGPA will help the governments in doing so.
CGPA team later visited NICVD, Karachi and met with Dr. Khawar Kazmi and his team to work on #preventivecardiology to #preventNCDs.
Fayza Khan, our Karachi liaison, deserves special thanks on her coordination efforts!
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
CGPA's advisor Zubair Faisal Abbasi participated in a policy dialogue on diabetes and obesity at the Aga Khan Medical University, Karachi. CGPA shared the civil society perspective emphasizing the importance of updating public policies, effective regulatory actions, and better institutional arrangements for improved food governance.
CGPA advocated for polices and regulatory frameworks such as fiscal policies to increase taxes on unhealthy ultra-processed foods, increased financing for preventive healthcare, front of package labeling, controlling promotional activities of unhealthy foods, and conflict of interest policies.
Indeed good nutrition actions are about both curtailing the supply and demand for unhealthy ultra-processed foods; the foods which have higher levels of fats, sugars, and salt.
#PreventNCDs #FoodGovernance
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Instead of subsidizing and/or reducing price of sugar which is a leading cause of #diabetes, provide subsidies on real foods such as lentils at the Utility Stores Corporation outlets. Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA) encourages the governments to subsidize and support food items which have established nutritional value than any of the "nutrient of public health concern" like sugars, oil, and salt.
#PreventNCDs
#WorldDiabetesDay
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#WorldDiabetesDay
Zubair Faisal Abbasi, advisor Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA), in a statement said “We have developed impaired dietary patterns, and sedentary lifestyles owing to urbanisation and aggressive marketing by the ultra-processed food producers.” “It is time that our provincial and regional food authorities, and Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) update their governance capabilities with plans of actions to help control and penalise producers of unhealthy foods adding burden of noncommunicable diseases”, he said.
Fayza Khan, General Secretary of Pakistan Nutrition and Dietetic Society (PNDS) emphasised that “Eating a balanced diet rich in whole foods, fiber, and healthy fats, and limiting added sugars and refined carbohydrates, is crucial for preventing and managing diabetes”.
#PreventNCDs #FoodGovernance
Pakistan has 33m diabetics, 27pc still undiagnosed: PM coordinator
ISLAMABAD: While World Diabetes Day observed on Thursday, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Malik...
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Pakistan is going through a near crisis-like situation on account of the increase in both incidence and prevalence of #diabetes. Please read Rahul Rajput's insightful and detailed information-rich analysis for the Health Policy Watch. Our advisor Zubair Faisal Abbasi has been quoted in the story.
healthpolicy-watch.news/pakistan-has-the-worlds-highest-diabetes-prevalence-and-lacks-focus-on-prevention/
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ISLAMABAD - Muhammad Waqas is an engineer at a private telecom company. He still remembers the day six years ago in 2018 when he was diagnosed with diabetes
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
We have made commitments to improve diabetes coverage targets such as better screening to diagnose the undiagnosed, provide better medical /health advice to keep BP and glycaemia under control, provide special care to people with type 1 diabetes.
Let us act fast to fulfill these commitments!
#WorldDiabetesDay #PreventNCDs
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Today is #WorldDiabetesDay and CGPA in collaboration with other strategic partners is determined to act on modification of dietary & social determinants of diabetes epidemic in #Pakistan.
We pay tribute, and are thankful for cooperation, and also value the contributions of the Diabetic Association of Pakistan, Pakistan Nutrition and Dietetic Society, and IBA's Centre for Business and Economic Research in conducting valuable research, raising awareness, and delivering diabetes care services for the people of Pakistan.
Diabetes has hidden impacts, and various socio-economic costs. Let us work on diabetes prevention and care!
#PreventNCDs
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
#WorldDiabetesDay will be observed tomorrow on November 14.
#Pakistan needs to focus much more on both policies and public awareness about diets, physical activity, standard treatments, but also how peer support groups help in diabetes care.
Diabetic burnout is real, and there are hidden impacts of the disease.
CGPA in press on diabetes 👇
World Diabetes Day to be observed on Thursday
ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (APP):World Diabetes Day (WDD) will be observed globally on Thursday to raise awareness about diabetes, a chronic condition affecting
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Let us #EliminateTFAs from food supply, promotion, and consumption
Industrially produced trans fats (iTFAs) are a major risk factor for cardio-vascular diseases, obesity, and #diabetes.
iTFAs can also impair human reproductive function by interfering in the endocrine system.
#WorldDiabetesDay #PreventNCDs
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
November 14 is World Diabetes Day. However, the month of November is diabetes awareness month. CGPA is working on raising awareness and helping design better public policies to modify dietary and lifestyle risk factors and help Pakistan save from the disease. 33 milion Pakistanis are diabetic while another 10 million are pre-diabetic. Hundreds of amputations are happening in the country hospitals due to diabetes related complications.
While it is possible to somehow manage the disease, but much better is to modify our diets and be physically active to avoid an early onset of the disease.
#PreventNCDs #PreventDiabetes #WorldDiabetesDay
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
CGPA took part in the national policy consultations at the Ministry of Health, Islamabad. UNICEF organized the event, and insightful discussion took place on how to protect children and adolescents from the onslaught of unhealthy items being sold as food. CGPA suggested designing policies which can help reduce the availability, affordability, promotion, and consumption of three nutrients of public health concern. These nutrients are: sugars, fats, and salt. CGPA also emphasised the need of governments monitoring "celebrity endorsements" for unhealthy items. The suggestions were well-received by the government and UN agencies.
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A major source of free sugars is sugary sweetened beverages (SSBs). Our public policies must discourage the availability, affordability, promotion & consumption of SSBs.
Let us get our public policies right!
#WorldDiabetesDay #PreventNCDs
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Mr. Taimur Saleem Jhagra, the former Finance and Health Minister, addressed the NFC Seminar with a strong emphasis on advocating for a unified and collective stance regarding Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's (KP) share in the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, urging that this stance transcend political affiliations. He highlighted the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure that KP receives its fair share, which is crucial for addressing the province's financial needs and advancing regional development.
Mr. Jhagra also provided a detailed overview of KP's current financial status, shedding light on the challenges posed by the province’s debt and the budgetary pressures impacting essential services. He shared insights on the measures taken to manage KP’s financial commitments, emphasizing the need for sustainable financial planning to maintain economic stability.
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Mr. Khushdil Khan, former Deputy Speaker, addressed the NFC Seminar with an in-depth discussion on Article 160 of the Constitution, which outlines the NFC formula and defines the allocation of shares to each province. He emphasized the need for equitable distribution of resources, especially in light of the additional challenges faced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) following the merger with the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
Mr. Khan also highlighted the importance of establishing a stable and peaceful environment in the former FATA regions. He suggested that improved law and order would be a foundational step toward unlocking economic opportunities and fostering prosperity.
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Mr. Ahmed Kundi, the parliamentary leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), emphasized the critical role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in partnership with political leadership to address key provincial issues. Speaking at the NFC Seminar, he suggested that similar discussions should be organized across various universities to engage academia and inspire broader debate on issues impacting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) at the provincial level.
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Mr. Faisal Karim Kundi, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, serving as the Chief Guest at the NFC Seminar, delivered an insightful address to the participants. In his remarks, Mr. Kundi emphasized the significance of the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award in ensuring equitable resource distribution for KP Province. He discussed the challenges and opportunities associated with the NFC framework and underscored the importance of provincial shares in NFC.
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What is Budgeting: A Brief Overview
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Press coverage of seminar ‘NFC Award; Case of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’ held on October 31, 2024.
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Two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency
#FRIMS #GIZ #CGPA
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Importance of Local Governments for a Democratic Dispensation
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An insight into KP-RTS act 2014
Empowering Citizens Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Right to Public Services
An important milestone towards good governance in KPK was achieved when the Right to Public Services Act 2014 was promulgated
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Insightful Seminar on "NFC Award and The Case of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa" - Jointly Organized by CGPA & Development Insights Lab CGPA and Development Insights Lab (DIL) jointly organized and hosted a productive seminar, titled "NFC Award and The Case of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa," highlighting KP’s evolving fiscal needs and future post-FATA merger. The event brought together esteemed political leaders and experts, including Hon’s Governor KP Mr. Faisal Karim Kundi, Mr. Taimor Jhagra (Ex-Finance Minister, PTI), Mr. Ahmed Kundi (Parliamentary Leader, PPP), Mr. Khushdil Khan (Ex-Deputy Speaker, ANP), Ms. Naeema Kishwar (Ex-MNA, JUI.F), Mr. Sikandar Hayat Khan Sherpao (Ex-Minister Social Welfare, QWP), Mr. Inayat Ullah Khan (Ex-Minister Local Government, JI), and Nadeem Afzak Chan (Ex MNA)alongside leading economists, financial analysts, civil society representatives, academia, media, and students. The seminar tackled key issues impacting KP's share in the National Finance Commission (NFC), with an in-depth discussion and analyzed the distribution of national resources and how the NFC shapes equitable resource allocation across provinces. The seminar on KP’s share in the National Finance Commission (NFC) explored critical issues affecting equitable resource and with key focus on the FATA-KP merger. Political leaders and experts addressed KP’s fiscal challenges, additional post-merger responsibilities, and strategies for sustainable development. The event emphasized the need for a balanced NFC framework, advocating for an equitable fiscal future for all provinces, with a focus on KP’s unique needs. CGPA and DIL thank all participants and guest speakers for their invaluable contributions to this crucial dialogue. Join us in advocating for fair and sustainable fiscal policies that support the future of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the whole nation. #NFC #KP-NMDs Development #FiscalFederalism #CGPA #developmentinsightslab
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Press release of theory of change
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Coverage by Mashriq tv and news on Draft of theory of change's workshop
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Today at Peshawar University.. stay tuned.
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Voila! The final workshop on the dissemination of Theory of Change for SMEs of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, held on October 30, 2024, at Shelton Rezidor Peshawar, was a tremendous success, setting the stage for many more to come! Organized by CGPA and supported by CIPE, the event featured vibrant participation from across KP, including Chamber of Commerce and Industries representatives covering all seven divisions, alongside government officials, academia, and key stakeholders and business associatons. The workshop was buzzing with energy and engagement as our honorable panelists from KPRA, FBR, RTS, Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industries, TEVTA, and SMEDA delivered powerful insights and addressed every question with expertise. This inspiring workshop marks just the beginning of an impactful journey ahead!
#cipeii #cgpa #toc #kp
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A two-day Theory of Change validation workshop with SMEs from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing together representatives from Chambers of Commerce and Industry from divisional level.
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Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency
#GIZ #LGS #cgpa
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
It is our #righttoknow what is being sold to us. Food is one of the key ingredients that determine our health and wellbeing. So, #FOPL is vital for our efforts to #preventNCDs, and governments must protect our right to know and the right to good health.
#FOPL
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Empowering Future Leaders through Knowledge and Civic Engagement! CGPA proudly conducted the 9th three-day Youth Leadership and Civic Engagement training, bringing together young leaders and university students from across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This dynamic training focused on essential topics in civic engagement, local governance, and the fundamental role of constitutional bodies in Pakistan's parliamentary system. By understanding the Right to Information (RTI) and Right to Service (RTS) laws in KP, these emerging leaders are now equipped to advocate for citizens' rights and hold government bodies accountable. Key sessions in three days training covered; • Constitutionalism & Civic Engagement • Civic Education & Key Legislation • RTI & RTS Acts and its role in good governance • Local Government Structures & mechanism in KP • Constitutional Bodies in Pakistan With insightful sessions by Mr. Saddat from the RTI Commission and Mr. Muhammad Asim Imam, Commissioner of RTS, participants gained hands-on knowledge in filing RTI requests, complaint handling, and understanding the active role of local government bodies. Equipped with this knowledge, these youth leaders are now ready to make a real impact—championing transparency and promoting better service delivery in their communities. Together, we are building a brighter, more empowered Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. #YouthEmpowerment #CivicEngagement #RTIKP #Transparency #GoodGovernance #FutureLeaders #CGPATraining #RTS
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Impose ban on Plastic Products
#banonplasticbags #pollution #plastic #environmentprotection #solidwaste #peshawar #Peshawar @followers
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A session centered around KPRTS Act-2014 during the three-day Youth leadership Training Program wherein the chief guest Muhammad Asim Imam Commissioner RTS commission afforded insight into the act in question to the selected youth from across the Khyber Pakhutunkhwa.
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency.
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Tuesday, October 22, 2024: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Commission (KPIC), in collaboration with CGPA and CPDI, organized a consultative session titled "Reflecting on the Achievements and Shaping the Future" to promote citizen participation in governance and transparency.
Chief Information Commissioner Mrs. Farah Hamid Khan highlighted that citizens, as taxpayers, have the right to access government-held information to ensure transparency. RTI Awards were presented to best individuals excelling in promoting public interest through the Right to Information (RTI) laws.
Muhammad Anwar Executive Director of CGPA suggested that CSOs must use RTI and play their role for general awareness in the community. He also called for filling two long-vacant commissioner positions to strengthen the KPIC further.
The event focused on taking recommendations to improve transparency in public institutions.
#transparencyy #RTI #GoodGovernancee #CivicParticipation #accountability #KPIC
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Two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency
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Workshop in Government middle school Chitral “safe use of the internet for children” Internet Zabardast component of Digital Literacy
#internetzabardast #internetdost #google #cgpa
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#Pakistan must make #FOPL compulsory for all packaged foods. Salt, sugars, oils/fats and additives are ingredients of public health concern. Consumers must be warned against the excessive quantities in the items being sold to them.
#PreventNCDs
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
"A comprehensive two-day training on the Financial Records Information Management System (FRIMS), organized by CGPA with the valuable support of GIZ and LGS. The program aimed to enhance participants' skills in financial record management for improved efficiency and transparency."
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For more details
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The first Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) of the five planned events was successfully held in District Charsadda on Tuesday, 15 October 2024, with a strong turnout from various stakeholders. The event was attended by 41 participants, including 22 women and 19 men, representing a broad cross-section of public and private sectors. Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WCCI) members, including representatives from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Women Entrepreneurs Network (KPWEN) and EDU, actively participated.
Key attendees included the newly elected WCCI cabinet members, such as the President and the Executive Council, representatives from the district administration (including the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Charsadda), Tehsil Municipal Officers (TMOs), the District Social Welfare Officer, elected tehsil council members, and officials from Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA), the National Incubation Center (NIC), the banking sector, civil society organizations (CSOs), the media, and local women entrepreneurs.
The dialogue focused on discussing the challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs at the district level, fostering collaboration among the participants to support women-led businesses and enhance economic opportunities for women in district Charsadda
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#FOPL is our #RightToKnow
Tell us about:
Total fats, trans fats, saturated fats, sugars, additives, levels of processing ... we do not want our population be diseased and dying early. We want to #preventNCDs
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Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA)
Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA) organized a district level Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) on Tuesday, 15 October 2024 between WCCI Charsada and elected and district administration. This event brought together key stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing women entrepreneurs in the Charsadda district.
The dialogue was attended by the newly elected WCCI cabinet and executive council members including President, Senior vice president, representatives from the district administration, including the Additional Deputy Commissioner (G) of Charsadda, TMOs , the district social welfare officer, elected tehsil council members, officials from SMEDA, NIC (National Incubation Center), civil society organizations, media, and local women entrepreneurs.
The PPD aimed to create a collaborative platform to identify barriers that hinder women entrepreneurs in Charsadda and propose practical solutions, promoting inclusive economic growth under KP Urban Policy 2030. The dialogue also provided an opportunity to foster networking between the public and private sectors and increase support for women-owned businesses at the local level.
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Workshop on safe use of Internet for children “Internet Zabardast” component of Digital literacy Field visit by Amjad khan PM- CGPA of GGPS and GGMS Awi upper chitral 10/10/2024
#CGPA #internetzabardast #internetdost @followers #localgovernance