Empowering Communities: Non-Profit Strategies for Sustainable Development in South Asia
Introduction: A Region of Promise, Facing Challenges South Asia – a region brimming with vibrant cultures, immense natural resources, and a rapidly growing population – represents a critical region for global sustainability. However, this dynamism is increasingly shadowed by persistent challenges, including poverty, inequality, environmental degradation, and limited access to essential services. The region is particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and threatening livelihoods. For decades, development efforts have largely focused on infrastructure and economic growth, often neglecting the foundational needs of communities and the long-term health of the environment. Recognizing this, a shift towards a more holistic and community-driven approach to sustainable development is urgently needed. Non-profit organizations operating within South Asia are playing a vital, albeit complex, role in bridging this gap, demons...