Pakistan

A space to thrive: Adolescent-friendly safe spaces in Pakistan

Adolescence — spanning puberty to adulthood — is one of the most dynamic periods of human development and growth, second

Growing together: Parental engagement in Pakistan

Since 2020, over 41,000 parents like Imtiaz in northern Pakistan have participated in training on topics like early childhood development.

The Mountain Doctor: Meet Dr. Ashraf

In mountainous northern Pakistan, access to care is hindered by limited health facilities, inadequate transportation infrastructure, and sociocultural barriers —

The Entrepreneur: Meet Maryam in Pakistan

In Pakistan, women face significant barriers to entering the workforce, such as lack of access to education, training, and financial

Remote Connections: Breaking the digital divide in Pakistan

Digital technology has transformed the ways we live and work, providing new pathways for social and economic opportunity. In Pakistan,

Rhythm and roots: Meet Kashif in Pakistan

Cultural heritage provides a sense of belonging and continuity, connecting people with their past, and shaping their future. Hunza is

A desktop and a dream: How one woman in Pakistan is helping to close the digital divide

Digital technology has transformed the ways we live and work, providing new pathways for social and economic opportunity. But in

Flood Recovery and Climate Resilience in Pakistan (RENEW)

Duration: 2025-2027 Location: Pakistan Reach: 681,940 people (464,550 F, 217,390 M) Budget: $16.5 million CAD (Global Affairs Canada: $15 million; AKFC: $1.5 million) Description

“You’re not alone”: Youth perspectives on mental health

This article was written by Sameer Somani and Amna Khan, members of AKFC’s Youth Advisory Committee, for Mental Health Week.