UN Women, under the European Union in Pakistan-funded Deliver Justice Project, organised an initial orientation session on the Essential Services Package and gender terminology at Circuit House in District Lasbela to build capacity for gender responsive policing. Forty-five police officials, 27 women and 20 men, including ASIs, PSIs, SIs and constables, took part in the session led by Atif Ameed (PSP), DPO/SSP District Lasbela.
Trainers covered core gender concepts, key pro-women legislation and international frameworks such as CEDAW, alongside the Anti-Rape Act 2021 and the Essential Services Package that guides survivor support. The orientation strengthened participants’ understanding of terminology and legal obligations so officers can better identify needs, apply referral mechanisms and uphold survivors’ rights.
By equipping frontline personnel with practical knowledge and tools, the Deliver Justice Project aims to improve on-the-ground responses to violence and embed gender responsive policing within local law enforcement. The participation of both women and men in Lasbela reflects a wider effort to enhance survivor services and prevention mechanisms across Balochistan.
