Community-Led Development
Rooted in Local
Knowledge.
K2DO is working in Gilgit-Baltistan to promote inclusive social, economic, and environmental development for a resilient mountain ecosystem.
About K2DO
Empowering through Participation.
K2 Development Organization (K2DO) is rooted in the belief that sustainable development is only possible when communities are empowered with knowledge, skills, and access to essential services.
Operating in some of the most remote and underserved areas, we collaborate with local civil societies and government institutions to implement impact-driven solutions.
Community Ownership
Equity & Inclusion
Environmental Stewardship
Transparency
Hon. Dilshad Bano
"True development is community-led and context-specific."
Our Core Programs
Integrated Development Projects
K2DO implements projects across multiple sectors, responding directly to local needs and regional priorities.
Education Development
Focusing on Early Childhood Education, support for girls’ education, and vocational skill centers.
Health & Well-Being
Mobile clinics, maternal and child health education, and mental health awareness.
Economic Empowerment
Supporting small enterprises, sustainable agriculture, and financial literacy for youth and women.
Environmental Protection
Climate change adaptation, natural resource management, and tree plantation initiatives.
Community Inclusion
Strengthening local institutions, youth engagement, and social inclusion advocacy.
Child Protection
Advocating for child rights and promoting safety strategies at local and national levels.
Gender Equity
Eliminating gender-based violence and advocating for reproductive health and women’s rights.
Emergency Response
Rapid relief, reconstruction, and disaster risk reduction in the high peaks.
Community Members
Students Enrolled
Women Empowered
Villages Served
Where We Work
Serving the High Peaks of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Geographical Isolation
Many valleys we serve are cut off by extreme weather for months, making local resource hubs vital for survival.
Diverse Communities
We work across cultural and linguistic lines to provide inclusive development that respects local traditions.
Our Gallery
Integrated Development Projects
K2DO implements projects across multiple sectors, responding directly to local needs and regional priorities.
Humanity
Community Impact
2024
Education
Community Impact
2024
Health & Wellbeing
Community Impact
2024
Livelihoods
Community Impact
2024
National Recognition
Commitment to Service.
Humanitarian Achievement Award
Global Women Leadership Forum • 2023
Minister Excellence Award
Gilgit-Baltistan Government • 2022
Impact Gold Medal
Nominee
Northern Development Board • 2021
Humanitarian Achievement Award
Global Women Leadership Forum • 2023