DYAB – Directorate of Youth Affairs Balochistan

OUR INITIATIVES

We are committed to establishing vibrant programs that empower the youth of Balochistan through various
channels and opportunities.

Our Vision & Mission

We are committed to establishing vibrant programs that empower the youth of Balochistan through various
channels and opportunities.

Youth Centers

We are committed to establishing vibrant youth centers in every district which host sports, arts, digital literacy, and community workshops under one roof. These centers serve as hubs for youth engagement, learning, and community building.

Serving youth across all districts

Youth Entrepreneurship Fund

Our ‘Youth Entrepreneurship Fund’ is tailored to provide start-up-friendly soft loans and grants, enabling creative minds to convert ideas into livelihoods. Drawing from KP’s loan-based youth empowerment programs, we’ve allocated resources for skill-backed enterprises.

Supporting innovative business ideas

Gender-Inclusive Sports Drive

Our Gender-Inclusive Sports Drive seeks to build women-friendly indoor sports facilities, inspired by KP’s focus on equitable athletic opportunities for all. We’re working to ensure that sports facilities are accessible to everyone, regardless of gender.

Promoting inclusivity in sports​

Culture & Sports Festival

Our summer-long “Culture & Sports Festival”, modeled after Punjab’s large-scale festivals, fuses community celebration with athleticism. This festival brings together youth from across the province to showcase their talents and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Balochistan.

Celebrating talent and culture

Our Vision & Mission

We are committed to establishing vibrant programs that empower the youth of Balochistan through various
channels and opportunities.

Youth Centers

We are committed to establishing vibrant youth centers in every district which host sports, arts, digital literacy, and community workshops under one roof. These centers serve as hubs for youth engagement, learning, and community building.

Serving youth across all districts

Youth Entrepreneurship Fund

Our ‘Youth Entrepreneurship Fund’ is tailored to provide start-up-friendly soft loans and grants, enabling creative minds to convert ideas into livelihoods. Drawing from KP’s loan-based youth empowerment programs, we’ve allocated resources for skill-backed enterprises.

Supporting innovative business ideas

Gender-Inclusive Sports Drive

Our Gender-Inclusive Sports Drive seeks to build women-friendly indoor sports facilities, inspired by KP’s focus on equitable athletic opportunities for all. We’re working to ensure that sports facilities are accessible to everyone, regardless of gender.

Promoting inclusivity in sports​

Culture & Sports Festival

Our summer-long “Culture & Sports Festival”, modeled after Punjab’s large-scale festivals, fuses community celebration with athleticism. This festival brings together youth from across the province to showcase their talents and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Balochistan.

Celebrating talent and culture

Vocational Training


Our vocational training programs are designed to equip the youth of Balochistan with practical skills that meet the demands of the job market. We’ve implemented several innovative approaches:

Mobile Training Units

For remote areas like Gwadar and Chagai, bringing education to isolated communities

Specialized Courses

Mining sector skills, solar technology, and livestock management tailored to local industries

Industry Partnerships

Collaborations with local businesses to ensure training matches actual job requirements

Vocational Training

Our vocational training programs are designed to equip the youth of Balochistan with practical skills that meet the demands of the job market. We’ve implemented several innovative approaches:

Mobile Training Units

For remote areas like Gwadar and Chagai, bringing education to isolated communities

Specialized Courses

Mining sector skills, solar technology, and livestock management tailored to local industries

Industry Partnerships

Collaborations with local businesses to ensure training matches actual job requirements

Sports Development

We believe in the power of sports to transform lives, build character, and create opportunities. Our sports development initiatives include:

Provincial Talent Hunts

Identifying promising athletes in football, boxing, and mountaineering across Balochistan

Desert Sports Initiative

Specialized programs designed for rural youth, utilizing natural landscapes for sports development

Chiltan Adventurers Association

Collaboration with CAAB to promote mountaineering, caving, and outdoor adventure sports

Education & Digital Literacy

Education is the cornerstone of youth development. Our educational initiatives focus on:

Scholarships

Priority scholarships for Balochistan students, with special focus on girls' education

WALI Lab Initiative

Digital literacy programs extending broadband and coding access to rural communities

CPEC Partnership

Digital skills training in partnership with China-Pakistan Economic Corridor projects

Entrepreneurship

We are fostering a culture of entrepreneurship among the youth of Balochistan through:

Startup Balochistan

Grants and support for local businesses, focusing on innovative solutions to local challenges

Incubation Centers

Established in Quetta and Turbat, providing workspace, mentorship, and resources for startups

Business Skills Training

Workshops and courses on business planning, marketing, and financial management