ASPIRE-KP: Bridging Knowledge and Action
The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between ASPIRE-KP and the KP Provincial Assembly to safeguard financial and economic rights marks a significant milestone
Historic Milestone: Unanimous Resolution on FATA Merger Passed by Provincial Assembly
In a landmark achievement for the people of the Merged Districts, the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its commitment to the full integration and development of the erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). This historic decision solidifies the province’s dedication to upholding the promises made during the 25th Constitutional Amendment of 2018 and ensuring that the people of the merged districts receive their rightful share of governance, security, and development.
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The “Advocacy for Sustainable Policy and Implementation Reforms – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” (Aspire-KP) is an autonomous, non-profit research and advocacy platform comprising public service professionals dedicated to the non-partisan review and assessment of public policy.
Aspire-KP believes that Pakistan faces significant challenges, including instability, institutional breakdown, extremism, law-and-order issues, resource pressure, and rising poverty. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) is particularly affected, experiencing public order disruptions, loss of human lives, and economic setbacks. The 2018 merger of tribal areas has further complicated governance and service delivery responsibilities for the KP government. There is an urgent need for informed, objective input to address these challenges and guide policy formulation.
How Do We Make A Difference?
Aspire-KP engages in a wide range of activities to achieve its objectives and promote effective policy-making. These activities include:
Research & Analysis
Conducting applied research on policy formulation and implementation impact.
Collaboration & Partnership
Working with government, organizations, and institutions to influence policy, promote effective legislation, transform attitudes on governance issues, and building capacity through research.
Engagement & Advocacy
Hosting conferences, seminars, discussions, and roundtables on issues like governance, youth empowerment, and sustainable development.
Documentation & Dissemination
Documenting outcomes in policy briefs and reports and proposing actionable policy options to stakeholders.
News & Developments
ASPIRE-KP team meets Speaker of KP Assembly and proposes meeting of all parties on Minimum Economic Agenda.
ASPIRE-KP's advocacy leads to action plan by public representatives of merged-districts
Theme: 'Post-Merger Role of Legal Fraternity & Elected Representatives from Merged Area', 24th December, 2024
Pronouncements on FATA Merger and Integration ASPIRE-KP Symposium, Peshawar, 29th September, 2024
In a recent symposium convened by ASPIRE-KP, a collective of political and civil society representatives, tribal elders, academicians, former bureaucrats, journalists, and students from the Merged Districts (erstwhile FATA), came together to address the pressing challenges faced by this region…
Symposium Report on Merged District
Theme: 'Merger of Tribal Districts, Challenges, and Proposed Solutions' , 30th November, 2024
Recollecting Yesterday and Imagining Tomorrow Meeting Students from Merged Districts — Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion on ‘Recollecting Yesterday and Imagining Tomorrow Meeting Students from Merged Districts’ Aspire-KP Panel Discussion with Students from Merged
ASPIRE-KP team meets Speaker of KP Assembly
ASPIRE-KP team meets Speaker of KP Assembly and proposes meeting of all parties on Minimum Economic Agenda.
Unanimous Resolution on FATA Merger Passed by Provincial Assembly
Historic Milestone: Unanimous Resolution on FATA Merger Passed by Provincial Assembly Full Document In a landmark achievement for the people