🔹 General Information
Q: What is PIPS?
A: The Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) is an autonomous, non-partisan institution established by an Act of Parliament in 2008. It provides research, training, and capacity-building services to the National Parliament and Provincial Assemblies of Pakistan.
Q: Where is PIPS located?
A: PIPS is headquartered in Islamabad, located near Kashmir House, in close proximity to the Parliament House.
Q: Who governs PIPS?
A: PIPS is governed by a Board of Governors comprising members from the National Assembly, Senate, Provincial Assemblies. https://www.pips.gov.pk/board-of-governors/
🔹 Services and Functions
Q: What are the main functions of PIPS?
A: Training of parliamentarians and parliamentary staff, Non-partisan research and analysis, Legislative drafting support, Public awareness and civic education on parliamentary democracy
Q: Who can request research or training services from PIPS?
A: Members of the National Assembly, Senate, Provincial Assemblies, and their staff can directly request services. Legislative committees can also request customized research and briefings.
🔹 Training & Capacity Building
Q: Does PIPS conduct training for new parliamentarians?
A: Yes, PIPS regularly organizes orientation sessions for newly elected members, covering legislative processes, parliamentary procedures, and democratic governance.
Q: Are trainings available for provincial assemblies?
A: Absolutely. PIPS works closely with all four provincial assemblies to deliver region-specific training programs and workshops.
🔹 Public Access & Outreach
Q: Can the general public or students access PIPS resources?
A: While direct services are designed for legislators, researchers and students may access selected publications, reports, and data through the PIPS website or public outreach events.
Q: How does PIPS promote parliamentary awareness?
A: PIPS conducts youth outreach programs, civic education campaigns, public seminars, and issues publications to promote understanding of Pakistan’s parliamentary democracy.
🔹 Publications & Library
Q: What kind of publications does PIPS produce?
A: PIPS publishes research papers, legislative briefs, policy notes, training manuals, newsletters, and books related to parliamentary functions and democratic governance.
Q: Does PIPS have a digital library?
A: Yes, PIPS maintains a well-equipped physical and digital library that includes legislative records, research materials, and databases accessible to authorized users.
🔹 Contact and Collaboration
Q: How can I contact PIPS?
A: You can contact PIPS through its official website www.pips.gov.pk, via phone at +92-51-909-1111, or by visiting the headquarters in Islamabad.
Q: Can international organizations collaborate with PIPS?
A: Yes. PIPS actively collaborates with national and international institutions for knowledge exchange, research partnerships, and democratic development initiatives.