The Human Development Foundation (HDF) and NLC’s Applied Technical and Vocational Training Institutes (ATINS) are on a mission to empower unemployed youth and combat issues like the high unemployment and poverty in Pakistan. We’re offering end-to-end solut...

In a joint initiative between HDF and Bright Star, a Mobile Library is deployed weekly at Islamabad Model School for Boys, Chirrah, Islamabad Model College for Girls, Kirpa, Islamabad Model College for Girls, Model Town, as well as to HDF Secondary School, Kal...

In the wake of Pakistan's National Climate Emergency declaration in 2022, torrential monsoon rains wreaked havoc, causing deadly flash floods and displacing millions. Amid this unprecedented calamity, HDF initiated an emergency response to assist flood-affecte...

As a student at the Human Development Foundation's school in Ainu Bhatti Village, Lahore, Sadia has been determined to get an education and build a better future for herself and her family. However, when she was in 5th grade her academic performance began to d...

An exemplary long-standing supporter of HDF and an active member of the Seattle Chapter has rallied funds to sponsor HDF projects that uplift marginalized communities across Pakistan. Being an ardent supporter of positive social change, he played a pivotal rol...

July 5, 2023: HDF and CIHEAM Bari, an inter-governmental organization headquartered in Italy, signed an LoU for bringing forth HDF’s vision of climate-resilient olive plantation in Soon Valley. Being our esteemed technical partner, CIHEAM Bari will support us...

As part of HDF’s Climate-Resilient Smart Community initiatives, AFAF DAM has been constructed in Siddiqueabad, Soon Valley, in an effort to mitigate floods and drought and increase water availability and access for improved agriculture and livelihood. 5.6...

Mr. Mehboob ul Haq, CEO HDF, meets Mr. Dan Joergensen, Minister for Development Cooperation & Global Climate Policy, and H.E. Jakob Linulf, Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, at the “Pakistan Denmark Green Engagement” reception hosted by the Royal Embassy...

The devastating floods of 2022 displaced 33 million individuals in the regions of Sindh, Balochistan, and South Punjab. Rajanpur, a district in south-western Pakistan, faced the brunt of the calamity where more than 1.9 million people lost their homes, animals...

The Human Development Foundation (HDF) held the inauguration ceremony of Afaf Dam in Soon Valley on March 15, 2023. The dam is located in the village of Siddiqueabad (old name Kufri), Soon Valley, and was built by HDF with the support of the Qayyum family, who...

Afaf Qayyum was born in Chicago to Dr. Ijaz Qayyum and Dr. Naheed Malik Qayyum, the second of their four children. Her maternal grandfather Lt. Col Malik Gulsher Khan was from Khabeki, Soon Valley. She graduated from the University of Chicago, earned her MS...

Today most families affected by the flood are still sleeping under the open sky, in tents, or makeshift shelters,. More than 30 million people have been displaced and are forced to live in unstable structures and under poor conditions.HDF believes in sustainab...

In 2022, the district of Rajanpur, located in the southwestern part of Pakistan was severely impacted by the devastating floods that struck the country. The floods wreaked havoc in the district, as the waters swept away everything in its path, leaving behin...

Following the disastrous floods of 2010, one of HDF’s major efforts has been rehabilitation work in the form of Misali Bastis (Model Villages) in the affected areas of Pakistan that are now kept maintained by the communities and HDF together. On a quest to...

Focus on child health is a very important component of the HDF Education & Literacy and Health & Wellness program.  Human Development Foundation – HDF has been successfully running a large-scale student-centered School Health Program since its...

It was a typical morning in Tehsil Rojhan, District Rajanpur, with children playing merrily in the sun and livestock grazing in the shade of the trees. However, the peaceful atmosphere was quickly disturbed when an adult shouted "Flood!" in alarm. The villager...

Nestled in the heart of rural Sindh, the small village of Union Council Nawra, Goth Meer Deenar Khan Brohi is located at a distance of 10km from the city of Jacobabad. With a population of 468 people living in 72 households, the village is a peaceful and tranq...

The Human Development Foundation has welcomed a long-time, committed supporter and network lead, Dr. Nina Rehman Khan, to our Board of Directors!As a passionate voice for women’s preventative health, Dr. Khan brings a wealth of experience to help advance our m...

Born and raised in Lahore, Pakistan, I completed my medical studies at Fatima Jinnah Medical University in Lahore and worked for several years in Saudi Arabia at King Faisal’s Military Hospital. I finished my second residency training at Advocate Lutheran Gene...

480.359x476.859 (Original: 275x273) HDF in collaboration with the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA) is constructing 13 houses in the district of Rajanpur, Punjab for the Pakistan Floods-affected households. The house...

Achieving my educational goal and being a successful person in my story was a mere dream in yesteryears when I was not confident enough to accomplish it.  My story is emotional, frustrating, and satisfying at the same time. I grew up with two brothers...

On this happy occasion we are NOW announcing the winners of "National Drawing Competition" we launched on 7th August 2020 at HDF formal schools.Everyone who participated deserves a special congrats for their great effort. We are very proud of you..👍Following a...

The pandemic has kept us apart but today is an opportunity to come together and help vulnerable communities in Pakistan. Join us today for a special Mother’s Day Telethon.

The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and lock-down has caused financial hardships for underserved communities in Pakistan. A network of support for families has been created by Human Development Foundation to identify families who are struggling to survive...

An advocacy session on HDF's campaign for Mother and Child Wellness, called "Umeed Say Aagay" was held in Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST) Islamabad, where the students were briefed about the importance of nutrition in the first 100 days.

The HDF Health Team along with the Regional Program Manager conducted an awareness session on coronavirus at the HDF Secondary School of Kapoor Moree. Disease basics, symptoms and precautionary measures were discussed with the students for their safety.

HDF in collaboration with the government's campaign for a "Clean Green Pakistan", planted tree saplings in the Lahore region. Under our "Sustainable Environment Program" envisions a sustainable and safe environment for Pakistan. #cleangreenpakistan #climatecha...

For a cancer free future. I am and I will.#WorldCancerDay #IAmAndIWill

If you can't see well you can't learn well. 80% of learning up to age 12 is through vision. If a student's vision is not corrected chances are he/she will drop out of school. Thanks to our generous donors all 7000 HDF students had their eyesight tested and 25%...

HDF students are celebrating #childrensday.The goal is to improve child welfare, promote and celebrate children’s rights, promote togetherness and awareness among all children.Let’s join hands with them and make sure that every Pakistani child can able to acce...

Arts and science exhibition organized by HDF Rahim Yar Khan secondary school. VIP guest Iftikhar Anjum, Vice President Chamber of Commerce. RYK said, “Science fairs are the best way to enhance and develop student’s academic knowledge & practical skills”.HD...

Congratulations to HDF Rahim Yar Khan students who participated and won the 2nd place prize in the district level debates for the Arts and Science Exhibition Competition, organized by Media Link Society Pakistan.

We are very grateful that Pakistani film & TV actor, Ahsan Khan will be our special guest at the LA HDF fundraiser on September 15th!https://www.thenews.com.pk/magazine/instep-today/515338-ahsan-khan-becomes-brand-ambassador-for-human-development-foundatio...

“Raise tax to decrease death and disease”HDF along with its partners Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH) SPARC and Pledge Against Consumption of Tobacco conducted a pre-budget press conference to call for an increase in tobacco tax.

HDF engages in an Anti Tobacco Campaign in collaboration with Anti Tobacco Forum PakistanCampaign for Tobacco-Free KidsPakistan National Heart Association (PANAH)SPARCIncision FilmsPledge Against Consumption of Tobacco

HDF in collaboration with Nazar2020 conducted an Eye screening camp at HDF Secondary Schools in villages Kalyah and Enu Bhatti, Islamabad and Lahore respectively.After hands-on screening, children from ages 4-15 with weak eyesight were provided with spectacles...

“In health there is freedom. Health is the first of all liberties.”— Henri-Frederic AmielToday, countries all across the globe, including Pakistan, are observing the World Health Day. The tag-line for this year is ‘Health for all – everyone, everywhere’. This...