School Campus - Hasan Abdal, Pakistan

 In 2006, when the massive Balakot earthquake hit and took 86,000 lives, a large number of Hindus and Sikhs living in the area fled to other cities and hamlets of Pakistan. Many ended up in Hassan Abdal, a town located about 1-hr. drive outside of Islamabad. Unfortunately, these Hindus and Sikhs suffered severe persecution, involving attacks that cost numerous human lives. Being religious minorities, their children are unable to attend local public schools because of the persecution, discrimination, and violence. We saw an opportunity to serve these minorities and established a school facility in a rented building. The school enrolls over 110 children who had outgrown the rented facility.  In March 2022, we purchased an existing building and revamped its structure to build a permanent school facility. We have established a strong and positive presence in the community for more than 15 years, resulting in their welcoming our plan.  Our goal is to develop a school with a quality academic standard and a first-class facility so we can serve any families, regardless of their race and/or religion, who want to enroll their children to receive a quality education.