Abdul Bari

A focal point for the Youth Association for Development, Abdul Bari has led a team on conducting consultations and researches on the intersections between disenfranchisement of women in Balochistan and the intra-state violence. His research and programming investigate gender inequality manifested in honour killings and child marriages is not only exacerbated by the prevailing peace context of the region, but has an impact on strengthening just and equitable institutions. His research has proceeded to be awarded with the Commonwealth Innovation Award, under the Peace Category, in early 2019. It further stands as a point of reference for continuing policy advocacy with government officials and citizens to shift perceptions and prioritize the elimination of violence against women for the achievement of the sustainable development goals.