Association for Social Development

The Association for Social Development (ASD) is a prominent Pakistan-based non-profit organization dedicated to improving public health through implementation research and health system strengthening. The organization is a leading authority in the management of communicable and non-communicable lung diseases, with a primary focus on Tuberculosis (TB), asthma, and tobacco control. ASD serves as a critical technical partner to the National TB Control Program in Pakistan, helping to scale up evidence-based interventions and international standards of care. Their work includes conducting large-scale clinical trials and operational research to optimize treatment delivery for multidrug-resistant TB in resource-limited settings. By collaborating with international agencies like the World Health Organization, ASD plays a vital role in bridging the gap between clinical research and public health policy.