Getting involved with Take Back Pakistan is very easy because of the platforms that we use to get the message out. We believe that the internet gives us the ability to reach, encourage, and influence Pakistanis around the world, while giving the media a better understanding of the real Pakistan. The Pakistan that does not believe in corruption, injustice, extremism, and high handedness and will work to change their home country for the better.

So what do you do?

1. Read What is It About and the Manifesto
2. Register on the site if you agree with the manifesto (Use the Register link below the calendar)
3. Read posts and comment; be part of the discussion
4. Email 10 people (or more) about Take Back Pakistan and invite them to join also

Now, there are always those with a little extra time and more energy than others that can get involved by:

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I have been really fortunate lately to be able to meet and speak about Take Back Pakistan with different groups of people. Since we started this initiative, we have seen it growing slowly, but what has been interesting have been the conversations that we have had with people; so I wanted to take a moment and talk about Take Back Pakistan. What it is. What we plan to achieve. What and why we believe.

Take Back Pakistan is very honestly a social initiative. Like the old saying says “start by giving at home,” Take Back Pakistan is a call to the citizens of Pakistan, in Pakistan and around the world, to save this nation from itself. I take nothing away from the great achievements that we have as a nation, but we believe that Pakistanis have forgotten Pakistan in the midst of the daily grind, the media reports of problems, and the constant blame of terrorist links. Pakistan can only be saved by its citizens from all walks of life, professional and educational backgrounds.

So, Take Back Pakistan challenges citizens to read the manifesto and then make a promise to honestly change the way they do things for the good of the country. Now, some people have said that the manifesto is too simplistic and doesn’t cover everything. Fine, but how about starting with these things and then working towards the bigger problems like health care, education, human rights and social welfare. Also, since we don’t want to limit debate, if you feel that we have missed something, please add it in the comments and, if appropriate, we will add it to the manifesto.

Now the first question that comes up from everyone: what makes this different than any NGO, political party, or social group? Great question, easy answer. Read more »