Survey Tool

SURVEY TOOL

Fundamental Freedoms

Do you feel free to express your opinions publicly without fear of reprisal?

Do you feel you have experienced censorship or restrictions on your speech or writing in the past year?

Do you feel safe when expressing concerns about the government or other authorities?

Do you feel that legal restrictions affect your freedom of expression?

Do you feel that government actions align with Article 19 of the Constitution regarding freedom of speech and expression?

Do you feel that restrictions were placed on your organizational activities or operations in the past year?

Do you feel able to participate in peaceful protests and demonstrations without fear of arrest or harassment?

Do you feel free to join or form civil society organizations?

Do you feel that restrictions are placed on the activities or operations of civil society organizations?

Do you feel that the situation regarding freedom of expression, association, and assembly has positively changed over the past year?

Do you feel that media in Pakistan can publish information without government interference?

Do you feel that the effectiveness of legal protections for civil society has changed over the past year?

Do you think it is easy to access justice?

Do you think the prevalence of laws limiting civic space in the country has increased over the past year?

Do you feel your organization faces threats from non-state actors, such as extremist groups or private entities?

Do you feel you have adequate access to the internet and social media?

Do you feel you have experienced online censorship or surveillance?

Do you feel safe when expressing your views online?

Do you think legal restrictions affect online speech or digital activism?

Do you think the situation regarding digital rights has positively changed over the past year?

Supportive Legal and Regulatory Framework

Do you think the laws governing the registration and operation of civil society organizations are clear and accessible?

Do you think legal protections for civil society organizations are effective, including safeguards against arbitrary dissolution, prevention of unwanted control, and balance of state oversight with CSO independence?

Do you think policies support the establishment and operation of civil society organizations?

Do you feel NGOs are affected by discriminatory practices in the regulatory framework when working with specific marginalized groups?

Do you think the legal framework is conducive for civil society operations?

Do you think the regulations governing civil society operations are clear and consistent?

Do you feel the compliance requirements of regulations, such as mandatory reporting, are burdensome for civil society organizations?

Do you think regulations affect the ability of civil society organizations to access domestic and international funding?

Do you feel it is easy to obtain necessary permits, licenses, NOCs, and approvals for civil society activities?

Do you think the requirements for obtaining MoUs with government authorities, departments, or institutions support project implementation?

Do you feel your organization has faced delays in legal processes over the past year?

Accessibility and Sustainability of Resources

Do you think domestic public funding for civil society organizations is accessible?

Do you think domestic funding mechanisms, including government grants, corporate social responsibility, and philanthropy, are available for civil society organizations?

Do you feel your organization faces challenges due to donor criteria, such as requiring a specific budget history or EAD approval?

Do you think current regulations and guidelines governing civil society operations in Pakistan facilitate to foreign funding?

Do you think international funding mechanisms, including grants, loans, and technical assistance, are effective?

Do you think the availability of funding for civil society organizations has changed over the past year?

Do you feel your organization faces difficulties in accessing international funding due to strict grant application criteria?

Do you think transparency and accountability requirements for civil society organizations are effective?

Do you feel satisfied with the mechanisms for transparency and accountability of your organization’s finances?

Do you think transparency and accountability requirements for civil society organizations have changed over the past year?

Do you think banks are transparent in doing business with civil society organizations?

State Openness and Responsiveness

Do you think the government is transparent in its decision-making processes, including access to information on policies, budgets, and public procurement?

Do you think the government complies with international standards on transparency and accountability?

Do you feel it is easy to access public information, including government websites, data portals, and Freedom of Information laws?

Do you feel you have adequate access to information about government decisions and policies?

Do you think the Freedom of Information Act in Pakistan is effective?

Do you think policymakers consult civil society organizations on relevant policies?

Do you think the government is committed to inclusive and participatory decision-making without discrimination?

Do you think mechanisms for civil society participation, such as public consultations, hearings, and advisory committees, are effective?

Do you think the government is responsive to civil society concerns and recommendations?

Do you think the government is accountable for its decisions and actions, including mechanisms for oversight and redress?

Do you think the government provides comprehensive feedback to civil society on the utilization of their input in decision-making processes?

Do you feel corruption is not prevalent in the public sector?

Do you feel bribery between public authorities and private companies is not common?

Do you think the public budget is spent in an appropriate and trustworthy manner?

Political Culture and Public Discourses on Civil Society

Do you think the people of Pakistan have the ultimate authority in governing the country?

Do you feel people are freely able to elect their representatives in the parliament?

Do you think citizens in Pakistan feel empowered to participate in decision-making processes?

Do you feel there is civic engagement and volunteerism in your community?

Do you think all citizens have equal rights and opportunities to participate in civil society?

Do you think marginalized groups are included in decision-making processes?

Do you think the government promotes diversity and inclusion in civil society?

Do you feel women are free to vote according to their choice without family pressure?

Do you feel minorities and marginalized communities are free to vote according to their choice without family pressure?

Do you think political parties in Pakistan work on pro-people agendas?

Do you think non-violent conflict resolution and dialogue are prevalent in society?

Do you think mechanisms exist for peaceful resolution of conflicts and disputes, and are they effective?

Do you think the government is committed to promoting peace and reconciliation?

Do you think civil society is recognized and its work acknowledged in public discourse?

Do you think civil society is portrayed fairly in media and public opinion?

Do you think traditional media shapes public perceptions of civil society?

Do you think social media shapes public perceptions of civil society?

Do you think the government makes efforts to promote a positive image of civil society?

Security and Personal Safety

Do you feel civil society actors face physical threats?

Do you feel personally safe while conducting your work?

Do you think the state provides adequate protection and support to civil society actors?

Do you think the level of physical threats and security risks for civil society workers has positively changed over the past year?

Do you feel civil society actors experience online harassment, trolling, or doxing?

Do you feel online harassment affects your work and personal life?

Do you think the level of online harassment and cyber threats against civil society actors has positively changed over the past year?

Do you feel civil society actors face legal threats or charges?

Do you think the legal system is fair and impartial?

Do you think the use of legal intimidation against civil society organizations has positively changed over the past year?

Gender and Marginalized Groups

Do you feel women in civil society do not face gender-specific challenges?

Do you think cultural and societal norms do not affect women’s participation in civil society in your area?

Do you think men are well represented in leadership positions within civil society organizations?

Do you think women are well represented in leadership positions within civil society organizations?

Do you think transgender individuals are represented in leadership positions within civil society organizations?

Do you think women in civil society do not face barriers to advancement, such as cultural norms, discrimination, or lack of resources?

Do you feel religious minorities face challenges in participating in civil society?

Do you feel ethnic minorities do not face challenges in participating in civil society?

Do you feel LGBTQ+ individuals do not face challenges in participating in civil society?

Do you feel persons with disabilities do not face challenges in participating in civil society?

Do you think the challenges faced by marginalized groups in participating in civil society have positively changed over time?

Do you think civil society organizations are inclusive in engaging with marginalized groups?