“HIVE Pakistan, through its Community Innovation Lab, invites social innovators, peacebuilders, tech enthusiasts, and community leaders from across Pakistan to co-create pathways to sustainable peace.

We welcome diverse, innovative and exploratory ideas – whether rooted in addressing climate vulnerabilities, advancing gender equity, building social enterprises, supporting psychosocial well-being, leveraging technology, or any approach that strengthens peace and resilience in your community. Ideas that can demonstrate potential of impact beyond the support-cycle will be preferred.

Send us a 2-minute video or audio pitch by 20th July, 2025 via WhatsApp (03701842185) or email ([email protected]) and get a chance to receive up to Rs. 2,000,000 funds for your project.

Pitches should follow a guideline for consideration which are explained here: “

Pitch Guidelines

Duration: Max 2 minutes

Language: Preferably Urdu or English, but regional/first languages are welcome!

Your pitch should include:

Introduction (10 seconds): Your name, background, and any relevant experiences or expertise that relate to the idea you are presenting. Please keep it short and crisp.

Problem (40 seconds): Clearly explain the issues or challenges that you see in your community. Describe why it is important and how it impacts the community or individuals involved.

Solution: How do you propose to address those issues, innovatively?
Brief overview of what the solution is? (do not mention activities) – 20 seconds
How is this solution sustainable and innovative? – 50 secs

In case, you have important points to make and 2 minutes are not enough. Send in a text (not exceeding 150 words) with the pitch.

Tips for a good pitch:

1. In case of video, use a well-lit and quiet environment for recording your pitch to ensure that you are clearly visible and audible.
2. Consider using a tripod or stable surface to keep the camera steady and avoid shaky footage.
3. In case of audio, record in a quiet environment to minimize background noise or distractions.
4. Use a good-quality microphone to capture clear audio.
5. Test the audio levels before recording to ensure that your voice is clear and audible. Avoid speaking too softly or too loudly.
6. Review before submission to ensure clear video and/or sound.

Submit your pitch via:

WhatsApp: 03701842185

Email: [email protected]

While submitting your pitch, make sure to share the following details in text:

Name of applicant

Age:

Gender:

Contact info of applicant: [phone, email, social media link if any]

City:

Additional information regarding your pitch, if desired.

Only shortlisted applicants will be informed, however, you can email us at [email protected] for additional queries.