HANDS-Institute of Community Development is one of the largest capacity building institutions in Pakistan, working to reduce poverty through human and institutional development training. It provides training to community leaders, professionals, government officials, and others to strengthen organizations and communities. HANDS believes that learning leads to positive social transformation. It conducts national and international training programs on topics like social sector management, leadership, and communication skills. The goal is to empower underserved communities through training so they can better manage their own development.