Caritas Pakistan is an expression of the concern of the Catholics of Pakistan for justice, peace and development. It operates on the mandate of the Bishop's Conference of Pakistan, which is its Board of Governors. Caritas Pakistan is independent of all political parties or groups. It draws its inspiration from Jesus Christ's command to love God and to love our neighbor, and is rooted in the social doctrine of the Catholic Church.Through the actions of Caritas Pakistan and its diocesan units throughout the country, the Catholic Church commits itself to uplift the needy and the marginalized, to create awareness for their self improvement, and to reach out with help in times of disaster and emergencies.The Constitution of Caritas Pakistan defines the working of the organization. It is administered by a Board of Governors and an Executive Board comprised of members, both lay and clergy with strong professional experience and academic backgrounds. Caritas Pakistan maintains strict standards of quality, efficiency and accountability.