NDF President Abid Lashari, Embarks on First Umrah Journey
Karachi: Abid Lashari, a dedicated disability rights activist and President of the National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan, departed for Madina with his family to perform Umrah for the first time. The family boarded their flight from Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, filled with excitement and gratitude for this spiritual journey. Lashari, who has been […]
NDF & IUCN Conducted Training on Boat Engine Operation and Maintenance for Fishermen in Sujawal
Sujawal: In an effort to promote the development of coastal areas and improve the welfare of fishermen in Pakistan, the National Development and Development Forum (NDF) organized a training workshop on boat engine operation and maintenance in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This workshop aimed to provide fishermen with essential […]
Chairman Duaba Foundation Visits DEPD-PDSA Rehabilitation Center in Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Karachi
Karachi: Chairman Duaba Foundation, Mr. Liaqat Ali, visited the DEPD-PDSA Rehabilitation Center in Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Karachi, to observe the free rehabilitation services provided for children with intellectual disabilities, particularly Down Syndrome. Mr. Abid Lashari, CEO of the Pakistan Down Syndrome Association (PDSA), briefed him on the collaborative efforts between PDSA and the Department of Empowerment of […]
NDF inks MOU with Transformation International Society Karachi
NDF inks MOU with Transformation International Society Karachi for the capacity building/sharing of the staff of NDF Rehabilitation Centers in Sindh. 1st Training was conducted with facilitation of Dr. Imran Yousuf gives insight of rehabilitation services for children with disabilities of NDF Rehabilitation Centers Nawabshah and larkana, meanwhile PDSA Rehabilitation Centers in Karachi (Gulistan e […]
CEO Indus Consortium Visits NDF Rehabilitation Center in Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi
KARACHI: Hussain Jarwar, CEO of Indus Consortium, Islamabad visited the NDF Rehabilitation Center in Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi, where he was briefed by Abid Lashari, President of NDF Pakistan, about the center’s free rehabilitation services for children with intellectual disabilities. These services, including physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychotherapy, and remedial therapy, are provided in collaboration with […]
Samina Nazir, Executive Director of PODA Pakistan, Visits NDF Rehabilitation Center in Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi
Karachi: Prominent women activist Samina Nazir, Executive Director of PODA Pakistan, visited the NDF Rehabilitation Center in Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi. She was warmly received by Mr. Abid Lashari, President of NDF Pakistan, who briefed her on the ongoing rehabilitation services for children with disabilities, being provided in close collaboration with the Department of Empowerment of Persons […]
NDF Pakistan participation in Matiari Expo 2025
Deputy Commissioner Matiari Muhammad Yousif Shaikh is presenting Honorary Shield to Mr. Abid Lashari President NDF Pakistan, Matiari against his services for children with intellectual disabilities in Sindh during 1st Agro livestock And Handicrafts Expo 2025 in Matiari.
NDF Pakistan Participates in 1st Agro Livestock and Handicrafts Expo 2025 in Matiari
Matiari: National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan actively participated in the 1st Agro Livestock and Handicrafts Expo 2025, held in Matiari, to promote its initiatives for persons with disabilities. Deputy Commissioner Matiari, Muhammad Yousif Shaikh, highlighted the significance of such expos as a vital platform for vendors to showcase their products and services. Commissioner […]
Press ReleaseCommissioner Larkana Encourages Support for Persons with Disabilities
Larkana: Commissioner Larkana, Mr. Tahir Hussain Sangi, emphasized the need to encourage and support persons with disabilities at all levels. He made these remarks during a meeting with Mr. Abid Lashari, President of the National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan, held at his office. During the meeting, Mr. Abid Lashari invited Commissioner Sangi to […]
Serious Action Needed Against Polio Vaccination Denials in Sindh
Nawabshah: The National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan urges all stakeholders to take serious action against polio vaccination refusals in Sindh. Despite repeated vaccination campaigns, cases of polio persist, largely due to misinformation and vaccine hesitancy. Abid Lashari, President of NDF Pakistan, emphasized the urgent need for coordinated efforts to ensure 100% vaccination coverage. […]