Karachi: In collaboration with other stakeholders, the private sector has announced the expansion and further strengthening of its family planning program under strategic agreements to improve access to reproductive health services in underdeveloped areas of rural Sindh. The Shine Humanity family planning program is currently operating seven clinics in Gharo, Kohi Goth, Sajawal, Chilya, New Jatoi, Diplo, and Nagarparkar. In addition, extensive community outreach activities are being carried out under the leadership of trained Community Health Workers (CHWs). Through door-to-door visits and community sessions, CHWs are providing awareness, counseling, and family planning services, including the distribution of condoms and medicines, ensuring access to these services beyond clinics. To strengthen frontline service delivery and ensure quality care, Shine Humanity, in collaboration with Vital Pakistan Trust, provided joint training to CHWs in Karachi. Commenting on the initiative, Shine Humanity Pakistan’s Chief Executive Officer, Faheem Khan, stated that through partnerships with the Population Welfare Department and Vital Pakistan Trust, they are strengthening community-based health models that empower women and families. He added that this initiative is an important step toward eliminating harmful social misconceptions and delivering reproductive health services to those who need them the most. Staff Reporter
