Social Protection Pakistan

Who We Are?

Welcome to Pakistan's Social Protection Portal ??? your gateway to comprehensive information on initiatives safeguarding the most vulnerable. This platform brings together key data, insights, and stories of programs ensuring dignified livelihoods, resilience, and empowerment.

At a Glance

Key statistics highlighting Pakistan's social protection landscape

Coverage

28M+

Beneficiaries

Programs

54

Active initiatives

Budget

721B

Allocated in 2025

Key Sectors

Cash transfers, Health, Education, Climate resilience

Country Data

Poverty headcount ratio

39.4% of the population lives below the national poverty line

Female-headed household coverage

12% of households are headed by women requiring targeted support

Disaster-affected households supported

2.5M households received emergency assistance in 2024

Interactive Insights

Explore data visualizations and interactive dashboards

BISP Beneficiaries Data Portal

Portal displaying household demographics and statistics for BISP beneficiaries.

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Sindh's Mother and Child Support Programme

Over 1.3 million pregnant and lactating needy women will benefit.

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KPK Social Protection Strategy (2024)

A transformative Framework designed to address critical social challenges.

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Current Projects

Ongoing initiatives strengthening social protection across Pakistan

KPK

Sehat Sahulat Card Plus

Free Medical Treatment in Top Hospitals across Pakistan.

Sindh

Mamta: Mother & Child Support Program

Strengthening Mother and Child Health Services in selected districts.

National

Adaptive Social Protection in Pakistan

Working to improve adaptive social protection in Pakistan

National

Social Protection: Social Health Protection

Providing greater and better social protection for the poor and sick.

Focus Areas

Key areas of intervention and support

Disaster Response

Rapid response mechanisms for natural disasters and emergencies

Climate Resilience

Building adaptive capacity to climate change impacts

Gender Equality

Promoting gender-inclusive social protection systems

Disability Inclusion

Ensuring accessible social protection for persons with disabilities

Child Protectiont

Safeguarding children through comprehensive protection measures

Digital Transformation

Leveraging technology for efficient service delivery

Latest News & Highlights

Stay updated with the latest developments

2nd National Social Protection Conference

12 Mar, 2025

Breaking Barriers, Building Dreams

04 Sep, 2025

Turning Digital Dreams into Reality

22 Sep, 2025

Research & Reports

Evidence-based insights and policy recommendations

Policy Brief

Targeting Innovations in Rural Areas

Working Paper

Lessons from COVID-19 SP Response

Report 2025

Adapting Social Protection to Climate Shocks

Blogs

Stories and insights from the field

Expert Opinion

Why Data Matters for SP

Expert analysis on the critical role of data in designing effective social protection systems.

Community story

How Adaptive SP Changed My Village

A first-hand account of how adaptive social protection transformed a rural community's resilience to climate shocks.

Featured Videos

Multimedia content and resources

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the Edge: Climate Risks & the Call for Resilience

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stands on the frontline of the climate crisis.

Fighting Anaemia with Bread and Tablets - Empowering Girls Through Nutrition

DocumentaryAcross Pakistan, a quiet revolution is taking place in schools, homes, and community mills.

Latest Events

Join us for training, forums, and learning opportunities

3rd National Social Protection Conference 2026

Online discussion on integrating climate resilience into social protection programs and policies.

Details:

Jan 20, 2025

10:00 AM - 10:00:00 - 04:00 PM

Lahore Technology Hub

KP Social Protection Policy Launch 2025

Comprehensive 3-day training program covering all aspects of social protection program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Details:

Jan 20, 2025

10:00 AM - 10:00:00 - 04:00 PM

Marriott Hotel Islamabad

2nd National Social Protection Conference 2025

Hands-on workshop exploring digital technologies and their application in modern social protection systems.

Details:

Jan 20, 2025

10:00 AM - 10:00:00 - 04:00 PM

Lahore Technology Hub

In Depth (Teasers)

Detailed analysis and expert perspectives

Case Study

Pakistan's Digital Payment Revolution in SP

Comprehensive case study examining the transformation of social protection through digital payment systems.

Expert Interview

SP in the Era of Climate Change

In-depth interview with leading experts on adapting social protection systems to climate challenges.

Case Study

Pakistan's Digital Payment Revolution in SP

Comprehensive case study examining the transformation of social protection through digital payment systems.