Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace

Human Rights Body of Pakistan Catholic Bishops’ Conference

The Catholic (National) Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) is a human rights body, established by the Pakistan Catholic Bishops Conference in 1985. As an advocacy organization the Commission focuses human rights of the marginalized, especially of religious minorities, women and children in Pakistan that involves interventions regarding awareness, opinion building about law and policy reforms.

On 25–26 July 2026, the National Commission for Justice and Peace (NCJP) successfully organized a Training of Trainers Workshop in Lahore, bringing together 35 lawyers, journalists, human rights defenders, and diocesan representatives from Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Peace Prayer Reflection by HIS Lordship Bishop Samson Shukardin and Fr. Jamil Albert OFM, Director NCJP Hyderabad.
A rally was conducted in front of Press Club Quetta, in which all missionary and political leaders of Quetta were present and take active part in it.
Protest conference was held at the Press Club Hyderabad, bringing together
Peaceful Protest Held for Justice for Sanitation Workers
Protest conference was held at the Press Club Hyderabad, bringing together
Human Rights Monitor

Annual report on the religious minorities

Issue based Research

Untold Story of Minority Girls

Hand Book

To understand Basic Rights, Civic Sense & Basic Economic

Stance

Minorities stance on human rights situation in Pakistan

Total HRDs/ Volunteer
Trained Minority Women leader
Community sensitization
Research & Publications
Trained Lawyer

Message
Having ethnic, cultural, and religious diversity since its inception, Pakistan is home to approximately 70 different language-speaking populations, each rooted in distinctly vibrant provincial cultures. To nurture and protect this pluralism, a robust human rights framework is essential, not only to curb hate speech but also to prevent the misuse of laws that could incite violence in society. Given their significant influence, religious leaders hold a primary responsibility to foster a pluralistic society and counter extremist narratives. Their active role is crucial for ensuring peaceful coexistence and building a cohesive community.

Bishop Samson Shukardin

Chairman of Catholic (National) Commission for Justice and Peace

Message
“During recent decades, conflicts in Pakistan have deepened divides, polarizing society along regional, religious, communal, and sectarian lines, thereby straining the state-citizen relationship. Encouraging dialogue and repairing relationships are pivotal to the long-term peacebuilding process. An inclusive and holistic approach is essential for fostering durable peace. Peacebuilding is more crucial than ever as we aim to strengthen the attitudes, institutions, and structures that shape and sustain peaceful societies. Together, let us commit to nurturing understanding and cooperation to build a harmonious future.”

Fr. Bernard Emmanuel

National Director of Catholic (National) Commission for Justice and Peace

Message
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.”—Article 1,(UDHR). Dignity is not just a value but the very foundation of all human rights. At the heart of human rights are the principles of equality and non-discrimination. Discrimination occurs when individuals are prevented from enjoying their human rights or other legal entitlements equally due to unjustified distinctions in policy, law, or treatment.In Pakistan, discrimination against minorities permeates every aspect of social life, rooted deeply in the nation’s most authoritative document, the Constitution. Let us all contribute towards this goal by advocating for systemic changes that embrace diversity and foster equality.

Mr. Naeem Yousaf Gill

Executive Director of Catholic (National) Commission for Justice and Peace

Let’s Play Our Role For a
Just & Peaceful Society

Catholic (National) Commission for Justice and Peace

About Us

CCJP strongly supports the Joint Electorate system, not the separate one. The purpose of CCJP’s research and publications on election reforms is to advocate for a fair and inclusive political system that ensures the equitable representation of all communities, especially minorities. CCJP strongly supports the joint electorate system as a means to promote unity and equal political participation.