Through Help in need‘s ongoing education projects in Pakistan, we ensure that every child, especially those in underserved regions, gets a fair chance to learn, grow, and lead a better life.
Education is the foundation of progress and the most powerful tool for transforming lives. Moreover, in rural Pakistan, where communities continue to face the aftermath of natural disasters and poverty, access to quality education remains both a dream and a necessity. Help in Need (HIN) has long recognized that rebuilding schools is not just about restoring walls. It’s about restoring hope, dignity, and opportunity.
Rebuilding Hope: Govt. Girls High School Ghail Jabbi, Jhelum Valley
Recently, Help in Need inaugurated a newly constructed Girls’ High School in Ghail Jabbi, Jhelum Valley, AJK – an area that bore the brunt of the 2005 earthquake. For years, over 300 girls studied in temporary shelters, braving extreme cold, heat, and rain. Today, they walk into bright, sturdy classrooms filled with the promise of learning and progress.
The new school building, built in collaboration with Action for Humanity – International, provides a safe, modern, and inspiring environment for both students and teachers. It reflects HIN’s belief that education is every child’s right- not a privilege.
The ceremony was honored by Mr. Diwan Ali Khan Chughtai, Minister for Education (Schools), Mr. Inam Masoodi, Chairman of Help in Need, Mr. Hamid Khan, CEO of Help in Need, and Mr. Masood Ul Rahman, Director General of the State Disaster Management Authority, AJK.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Inam Masoodi emphasized,
“Every classroom we rebuild is a promise kept to give our children a safe place to dream, learn, and rise.”
This milestone marks not just the completion of a building, but the beginning of brighter futures for hundreds of young girls in the Jhelum Valley.
Groundbreaking Progress: Govt. Primary School Piran Bandi, Bagh
Continuing its commitment to rebuild lives through education, Help in Need, with the generous support of Muslim Global Relief (MGR), has launched another significant project. The reconstruction of the Government Primary School in Piran Bandi, Bagh, Azad Kashmir.
This village has endured years of hardship since the 2005 earthquake. Many families left due to the lack of proper educational facilities, determined to keep their children learning in a fragile mud-built classroom. Despite rain, cold, and unsafe conditions, students persevered -proving that education is a light even tragedy cannot extinguish.
Now, that light shines brighter than ever. Construction is underway for a safe, modern school equipped with proper classrooms, sanitation facilities, and learning resources. This effort not only brings hope to children but also revitalizes an entire community that refused to give up on education.
Education as Empowerment in Rural Pakistan
HIN’s education projects in Pakistan go beyond providing buildings- they create pathways to empowerment. In remote and disaster-affected areas, each school becomes a hub of social development, equality, and community strength.
Education encourages families to stay in their villages, improves literacy rates, and reduces child labor. Moreover, by prioritizing girls’ education, HIN is breaking generational barriers and giving young women the tools to shape their own futures.
Through effective collaboration, strong community involvement, and sustainable planning, HIN ensures that every education project becomes a long-term investment in Pakistan’s human capital.
Beyond Classrooms: Help in Need’s Broader Impact
Education is just one part of HIN’s vision for sustainable development. Over the years, the organization has launched and led numerous initiatives that address the interconnected needs of communities across Pakistan.
- Green Innovation and Urban Forestation Projects – Promoting environmental awareness and climate resilience. Through the Green Avenue Initiative, where thousands of trees have been planted across Pakistan.
- WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Projects – Ensuring access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities, particularly in rural and disaster-prone areas.
- Older Person Community Support Programs – Providing care, dignity, and social inclusion for elderly citizens through specialized outreach and welfare services.
- Farmers Mela and Agricultural Empowerment – Supporting small farmers with resources, training, and opportunities to improve their livelihoods.
- Flood Relief and Rehabilitation Efforts – Delivering immediate and long-term assistance to families affected by devastating floods, helping them rebuild homes, farms, and hope.
Each of these projects reflects HIN’s holistic approach- addressing education, environment, health, and community welfare together to create lasting change.
A Shared Vision for Pakistan’s Future
Through its education projects in Pakistan, Help in Need continues to champion the belief that education is the foundation for all progress. Every school built, every classroom restored, and every child empowered moves Pakistan one step closer to a more educated future.
By working together- with communities, partners, and supporters- HIN is not only rebuilding schools but also building futures.
FAQs
What are Help in Need’s main education projects in Pakistan?
HIN focuses on rebuilding and rehabilitating schools in earthquake and flood-affected areas, especially in Azad Kashmir and northern Pakistan. Projects like the Girls’ High School in Jhelum Valley and the Primary School in Piran Bandi highlight this mission.
How does HIN ensure the sustainability of its education projects?
HIN collaborates closely with local authorities, communities, and donors to ensure long-term maintenance, teacher training, and student engagement. Making each project self-sustaining.
Are HIN’s projects limited to education?
No, HIN works in multiple areas including health, WASH, climate action, flood relief, and livelihood programs. All aimed at holistic community development.
How can I support Help in Need’s education projects in Pakistan?
You can contribute by donating, volunteering, or partnering with HIN.
