Centralization, Devolution and Community Development: Rethinking Local Government in Pakistan
Join us to explore the evolving landscape of local governance in Pakistan. This session will discuss the dynamics of centralization versus devolution, examining their impact on community development, service delivery and citizen empowerment. With a focus on the challenges and opportunities of rethinking local government structures, the discussion will seek pathways to create more effective, inclusive and community-centered governance models for Pakistan’s future.
About the Speaker:
» The founder President of PILDAT, Mr. Ahmed Bilal Mehboob has over 25 years experience in senior management and advisory positions and over 8 years experience in design, planning and implementation of projects in the field of Parliamentary development, strengthening democratic institutions, democratisation, political discourse, election monitoring and dialogues for reconciliation. Mr. Mehboob is considered an authority on political, legislative and electoral affairs of the country.
About the Moderator:
Dilawar Hussain holds a doctorate in constitutional and parliamentary affairs. Previously affiliated with NUST, he is currently a visiting faculty member at Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, and a research fellow at the School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. Hussain is also associated with the House of Lords at the British Parliament, contributing to critical research and discourse on governance and constitutional matters.
This session is free and open to all. Just visit the venue to attend it.
The Black Hole
Plot 5H, Street 100, G-11/3, Islamabad.
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