READ is a community-focused NGO based in Lahore, Pakistan, dedicated to improving access to quality education and essential educational resources for children and women from underserved communities. Since 2018, we have been working at the grassroots level to create opportunities that help individuals learn, grow, and build a better future.
Resource on Education and Development (READ) is a registered non-profit-making association based in Lahore, Pakistan, dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities through education, economic development, and humanitarian support. READ was founded with a vision to uplift orphans, widows, and underprivileged families by addressing their most pressing needs in education, livelihood, social protection, and basic sustenance. Guided by the visionary leadership and approval of our Chairman, Dr. Rizwan Zamir Jafri, READ serves as a beacon of hope for disadvantaged communities, combining compassion with practical interventions. Our programs extend beyond short-term assistance, aiming for sustainable development and long-term empowerment.
Women Educated
Child Educated
Jobs Created
READ empowers women through computer literacy. Our dedicated centre teaches MS Office, Inpage, and Photoshop, equipping women with skills to improve their income and career opportunities.
For nearly fifteen years, READ has been working in Pakistan's education sector, providing quality learning opportunities, resources, and support to underprivileged children and women.
Women can use their knowledge and skills to help increase the income of their families and develop their organizations grow and further contributing to the society.
We provide a range of services to help, assist, and educate for a better tomorrow. We focus on:
Creating equitable access to quality education and lifelong learning opportunities. We focus on:
Empowering local communities through sustainable and people-centered initiatives. We focus on:
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