Press for Peace (PFP)

Press for Peace (PFP) is a Kashmir based NGO and think tank, founded by Khawaja Zafar Iqbal, eminent journalist and peace activist, in 1999. PFP strives for the promotion of peace, tolerance, interfaith –harmony and protection of human rights including freedom of press in South Asia. After the catastrophic earthquake in 2005, it has emerged as a dynamic force which has actively involved in the humanitarian work just few hours after the earthquake. The PFP proved to be a motivating force for a huge number of volunteers in all affected parts of Azad Kashmir.Now, PPF has become a well established and well reputed organization. Press for Peace (PFP) has extended its network from Azad Kashmir to Pakistan, Indian Held Kashmir, UAE, Austria and Canada .It has also honoured and accepted worldwide, particularly for its efforts for the promotion of culture of mutual understanding and harmony in the region.

Vision

Press for Peace (PFP) envisions a world of lasting peace and harmony where happiness is a natural right and misery a common adversary of every individual.

Mission

To work together for the promotion of peace and prosperity in South Asia

Network

Press for Peace has expanded its network from Azad Kashmir to Pakistan, Indian Occupied Kashmir, United Arab Emirates, England, Austria and Canada. It has also been honoured and accepted worldwide. It has partnership with NGOs and other civil society entities within country and abroad.

Objectives

The establishment of permanent peace in the region and protection of human rights with special emphasis on peaceful settlement of Kashmir issue through media efforts. The achievement of inter-faith and inter-religion harmony between the people of different creeds, cults and cultures.

The struggle for the protection of the rights of women, children ,minorities and other neglected classes through concentrated media efforts.

The strengthening of democracy and democratic norms in government affairs by providing counselling and training.

The attainment of pollution free and secure environment and protection of natural resource by promoting sustainable development.