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- Our Impact
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Persons with disabilities supported in Pakistan
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Years Promoting dignity & inclusion across Pakistan
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Community
A Proud Milestone for NDF
National Disability & Development Forum proudly celebrates a historic achievement as its President, Mr. Abid Lashari, receives the prestigious Tamgha-i-Imtiaz from the Government of Pakistan for his remarkable contributions and dedicated service to society.
Years Of Foundation
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- About Us
Together for a Better Future
We are a people-centered initiative driven by the belief that every life has equal value. Grounded in humanitarian principles, we work to ensure that all individuals especially those most vulnerable are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.In both development and emergency contexts, we partner with communities to remove barriers, amplify voices, and create inclusive systems that leave no one behind.
To uphold human dignity and rights by promoting inclusion, protecting the most vulnerable, and enabling equal opportunities through community-driven and sustainable actions.
A compassionate and inclusive world where every individual, especially those affected by crises, can live safely, participate fully, and access opportunities without discrimination.
Compassion, integrity, inclusion, empowerment, and accountability guide everything we do.
Abid Lashari
Founder
- Our Humanitarian Approach
Our work is guided by core humanitarian principles
Humanity
We prioritize saving lives, alleviating suffering, and preserving dignity.
Impartiality
We support those most in need, without discrimination.
Neutrality
We act without bias in complex and sensitive environments.
Independence
Our actions are guided by needs, not external influence.
- What We Do
We deliver inclusive, people-focused solutions across both humanitarian and
development settings
Inclusive Humanitarian Action
Ensuring that emergency response, disaster risk reduction, and early warning systems
are accessible to persons with disabilities, older persons, and other at-risk groups.
Community Engagement & Accountability
We listen to communities, involve them in decision-making, and ensure their voices
shape the solutions that affect their lives.
Protection & Dignity
We advocate for the rights, safety, and dignity of marginalized populations, particularly
in crisis and displacement settings.
Capacity Strengthening
We equip institutions, responders, and stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to
implement inclusive and rights-based approaches.
Sustainable Recovery & Resilience
We support communities not only to recover but to build resilience against future shocks
through inclusive and sustainable interventions.
Development Programming
We work beyond emergencies to strengthen systems, reduce inequalities, and create
opportunities that enable communities to thrive sustainably.
- NDF Global Presence
Pakistan Operations
The National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) maintains a strong presence across Pakistan, focusing on advocacy and development for persons with disabilities.
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Islamabad
Our main strategic office and liaison hub for national policy-making and NDF operate as addtf secretariat in Islamabad
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Sindh Province
Our primary regional base, where we execute extensive community-level projects.
Major Operational Cities in Sindh:
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Karachi (Provincial Headquarters)
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Hyderabad
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Larkana
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Nawabshah (Shaheed Benazirabad)
International Presence
To ensure global standards and international collaboration, NDF has expanded its reach to the United States.
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Chicago, USA: Our Global Support Hub, serving as the bridge for international partnerships, fundraising, and technical support.
- Our Donors
- NDF Networks
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