Baithak – Challenging Taboos

Baithak - Challenging Taboos is a youth led, women led organization that works for gender justice including reproductive health and rights for girls and women in rural Pakistan (especially rural Sindh) through education, capacity building, and advocacy.

Our Vision

We envision a world where every woman will have freedom and resources to exercise her bodily autonomy and where every gender will have equal and just access to resources and opportunities. 

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Menstrual Health Management

We conduct interactive, activity-based, and reflective MHM sessions to educate men and women about different aspects of menstrual health including its physiology, hormonal, physical, and emotional changes, Premenstrual Syndrome PMS), PMDD, PCOs, nutrition, managing stress and pain, hygiene and sanitation, etc and provide them menstrual kits to manage their menstruation with safety and dignity.

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Gender Based Violence Against Women

We are deeply committed to addressing gender-based violence against women. This is a pervasive and devastating issue that affects women of all ages, races, and backgrounds. We believe that all women have the right to live free from violence and fear, and we work tirelessly to support survivors and prevent future cases of abuse.

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3

Family Planning Advocacy

We educate and counsel women on the importance of family planning, its methods, and services.

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4

SRHR Advocacy & Training

Everyone has the right to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health and that access to comprehensive education and services is crucial in achieving this. providing training and education on SRHR topics to various stakeholders including health workers, young people, and community leaders. We collaborate with other organizations, government bodies, and community leaders to achieve our goal of improving SRHR for all.

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5

Climate and Gender Justice

We work for gender equitable climate crisis response by working with women affected by climate crises in Pakistan and advocating for integrating a holistic gender lens to climate policy in the country.

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GUL - AI POWERED VOICE ASSISTANT

Our AI-powered voice assistant is here to educate young men and women about reproductive health in a local language. Say goodbye to misinformation and take control of your reproductive health by empowering yourself with knowledge. Coming Soon!

350
Community awareness sessions
50000
Direct Beneficiaries
40
Training Programs

MHM During Climate Crisis

Baithak presents “Menstrual Health Management During Climate Crisis in Pakistan” – a documentary that gauges the on-ground narratives of flood-affected women. Follow through the stories of Abida, Nasreen, Rubina, and Raheela to learn more about the challenges women in IDP camps face to manage their menstruation.

OUR TEAM

Meet the dedicated individuals who make up the backbone of our organization.

OUR PARTNERS