Backing Interventions With Research
Research and Policy
Through its Research and Policy division, Rizq is re-envisioning the future of Pakistan through evidence-driven interventions. Rizq aims to translate our research into actionable knowledge and social business solutions that can make a real difference in the world.
Problem Statement
What is the Challenge?
Water-Energy-Food(WEF) nexus is a critical area of concern globally, yet remains largely under-researched in Pakistan and this part of the world. Millions are suffering from food and water related illnesses, and the number continues to rise. The issues encompassing WEF nexus have evolved more than an environmental concern into a global humanitarian crisis.
2+ billion
people worldwide lack access to safe drinking water [UN water]
690 million
people suffering from chronic hunger [FAO]
250,000+ per-year
deaths predicted due to climate challenges (WHO)
Our Aim
What Do We Aim to Achieve??
At Rizq, we believe in the transformative power of research to address complex societal challenges. Our Research and policy division is dedicated to advancing cutting-edge research in the food-water-energy nexus to provide sustainable and climate-smart solutions for the future of our sustenance systems. Our mission is to translate our research into actionable knowledge and social business solutions that can make a real difference in the world.
Our Work
What Do We Do?
We transform data into policy, and policy into social business solutions that are climate-smart, scalable, and designed to serve future generations.
Our Brands
Yunus-Rizq WEFNEX Hub
The Yunus- Rizq Water-Energy-Food Nexus Hub (WEFnex) reimagines Pakistan’s sustenance systems. We transform data into policy, and policy into social business solutions that are climate-smart, scalable, and designed to serve future generations.
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Featured Blogs
Rizq is leading research-backed innovations across the water-energy-food nexus to solve pressing global challenges while leading global conversations.
World Central Kitchen partners with Rizq for flood relief activities in Punjab
As the Eastern rivers – Ravi, Sutlej, Chenab – began to flood, with the water levels reaching historically highest levels,…
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Bringing Hope to the Valley That Gives Us Life: Relief Activities in Swat
Swat valley – popularly known as heaven on earth – is a land rich with culture and natural beauty. Along…
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Rizq Brings Relief to People of Buner
The disaster in Buner was immediate. The Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) and the cloudburst phenomenon houses collapsed and road…
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The Intersection of Floods and Food Security in Pakistan
Floods are no longer exceptional events in Pakistan. Instead, they have become a recurring national catastrophe, not only altering the…
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The Legacy of Hussain: Staying Headstrong in the face of Injustice
Outnumbered, tortured and threatened, yet as strong-willed as ever – that is the legacy of Hussain ibn Ali which the…
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Karbala in Today’s Age: Understanding Modern-Day Food Insecurity from the Lens of History
Every year as we live through Muharram, we are reminded again of the sacrifices of Hussain (A.S) and his companions,…
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Other Divisions
Rizq is working across a range of divisions through multiple programs and social businesses. Take a look at our other divisions.
Food Access and Nutrition
We bridge the gap between quality nutrition and affordability, ensuring every individual has access to healthy, balanced meals without compromise.
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Agriculture and Livestock
We empower small farmers with sustainable agricultural practices and provide essential inputs for innovative livestock management, enhancing food production while minimizing waste.
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Relief and Resilience
We stand with communities during crises, providing timely relief and long-term solutions to help them rebuild stronger, healthier, and more resilient futures.
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Special Projects
We bridge the gap between quality nutrition and affordability, ensuring every individual has access to healthy, balanced meals without compromise.
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Education, Advocacy and Volunteering
We amplify voices for change, advocating for sustainable policies and a better quality of life, while inspiring volunteers to take meaningful action.
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Rizq not only believes in actions, but in bringing forth meaningful change in systems. Every intervention and project is backed with evidence and data, making them more impactful.