Human Development Foundation

Fighting Poverty by Helping People Help Themselves

For the past 15 years HDF has been fighting extreme poverty through a unique holistic model of development focused on lasting change. The cornerstone of HDF’s efforts is our commitment to working directly with communities through our social mobilization program. In this, HDF facilitates the formation of democratic community organizations which empower individuals to have a say in the decisions that affect them. The HDF Holistic Model™ includes programs in 5 key areas. Social Mobilization, Education & Literacy, Primary Health Care, Economic Development, and Sustainable Environment.

Within each area of focus, our mission remains the same: Empower communities and individuals with the tools and resources needed to achieve and sustain a better way of life. At HDF, we believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and have the opportunity to succeed.

Presently, HDF is operating in 17 districts in all four provinces of Pakistan and AJK including Mardan, Swat, Tando Mohammed Khan, Rahim Yar Khan, Zhob, Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Attock, Bahawalpur and Muzzafarabad.