Pakistan is making its mark on the global stage through Mera Pyara – Virtual Center for Child Safety, a powerful initiative working to protect vulnerable individuals and reunite missing children with their families. The platform has now been nominated among the Top 20 E-Government Initiatives in the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Awards 2026, making it one of the most impactful digital public service projects in the world.
This is a proud moment, but winning this global recognition depends not only on evaluation, but also on public voting. Your vote can help bring this international honor to Pakistan.
Why Your Vote Matters
Every vote plays an important role in the WSIS Awards. Public voting helps highlight the most impactful initiatives from around the world, and it directly contributes to the final ranking.
By voting for Mera Pyara, you are:
- Supporting a system that reunites lost children with their families
- Promoting child safety and protection at a national level
- Representing Pakistan on a global platform
- Helping a life-saving initiative gain international recognition
Even a single vote can make a difference. When thousands of people come together, it creates a real impact.
What is WSIS and How Voting Works
The World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) is a United Nations-supported global platform that recognizes projects using technology for social good. Every year, hundreds of initiatives from across the world compete in different categories.
The Top 20 projects are shortlisted after evaluation, and then global public voting begins. People from around the world can vote for their favorite initiatives, making the process transparent and inclusive.
Mera Pyara has already reached this prestigious Top 20 stage, now it needs your support to move forward.
How to Vote for Mera Pyara in WSIS Prizes 2026
Voting is simple and only takes a few minutes. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the WSIS Voting Website
Go to the official WSIS voting portal by clicking the link below:
https://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/stocktaking/Account/Register
Step 2: Sign Up or Log In
- If you don’t have an account, create one by entering your basic details
- If you already have an account, simply log in
Step 3: Verify Your Account
After registration, you will receive a verification email.
Click on “Confirm Registration” to activate your account.
Step 4: Log In to Your Account
Once verified, log in using your email and password.
You can also access the login page directly here:
https://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/stocktaking/Account/Login
Step 5: Access the Voting Dashboard
After logging in, you will be redirected to the voting dashboard.
You can also open it directly from the link below:
https://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/stocktaking/Prizes/2026/Vote
Step 6: Select the E-Government Category
From the available categories, open the dropdown menu and select:
“E-Government Initiatives”
Step 7: Vote for Mera Pyara
Find “Mera Pyara – Virtual Center for Child Safety” in the list and click on the “Vote For This Project” button next to it.
Step 8: Confirm Your Vote
To ensure your vote has been successfully submitted:
- Go to “My Votes”
- Check that Mera Pyara appears in your selected projects
Important Tips While Voting
To make sure your vote is valid, keep these points in mind:
- You can usually vote once per category
- Use a valid email address for registration
- Complete email verification if required
- Avoid creating multiple accounts, as it may lead to disqualification
- Check the voting deadline and vote before it closes
Spread the Word – Your Support Matters
Voting is just the first step. To maximize impact, share the campaign with others:
- Share the voting link on social media
- Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to vote
- Post in WhatsApp groups, LinkedIn, and Facebook
- Support digital campaigns promoting Mera Pyara
One share can bring dozens of votes.
About Mera Pyara – A Lifeline for Thousands
Mera Pyara is Pakistan’s largest child safety and protection platform, working nationwide under the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA). It uses advanced technology like AI-based facial recognition and data matching to identify missing individuals and reunite them with their families.
In just 19 months:
- Over 125,000 cases have been handled
- Around 64,000 individuals reunited with their families
- More than 53,000 child protection cases resolved
These numbers represent real lives, real families, and real hope.
Final Call: Vote Now and Make a Difference
Mera Pyara has already proven its impact at the national level. Now, it has the opportunity to gain global recognition at WSIS 2026, but it needs your support.
Take a moment, cast your vote, and be part of this journey.
Your vote is not just a click, it is a voice for child safety, a step toward global recognition, and a contribution to a better future.