A consultative Dialogue on CSR Policies, Practices and Youth Perspective was held recently at a local hotel. The event was arranged by research and development foundation (RDF). The event was attended by a large number of youths, members of civil society and government officials. Speaking on the occasion Mr. Naseer Pirzada, Senior CSR expert shared that CSR in not a charity but it is the responsibility of the organizations, when any organization is earning it’s their legal and moral responsibility to support the communities. He also mentioned that there is a proper mechanism for CSR funds disbursement and you can check what CSR money is spent and where. Zulifqar Shah, Senior Program manager Director PILER, said that Youth has great responsibility towards society, youth need to be aware of opportunities around them and take advantage from initiatives by different private organizations under their CSR, such internships and job training s. he also added that as good and responsible citizens it is our responsibility to support youth. Nasir Ali Pahnwar, an environmental expert, said that we need to think about sustainable development, no economic development is sustainable development unless it protects environment. He said that we have great responsibility to utilize natural resources carefully as these are the only natural resources we have. Ms Marvi, young leader from Jamshoro said that as young person I always wonder where does all CSR funds go, there are about 100000 companies registered in Pakistan in spite of so much CSR funds you cannot see much being done. She stressed that CSR should be youth focused and should help in youth development. Ahsfaque Soomro, Executive director RDF, said that the purpose of today’s event is to highlight the CSR activities from youth perceptive and to discuss how CSR can be more youth friendly. Mr. Soomro stressed that as a responsible organization we alleyways support communities and offer internships and training opportunities to the youth.
