Kashf Foundation

  Narrated by our Managing Director, Roshaneh Zafar, the documentary begins with the genesis of the Kashf Foundation, followed by insights from leading economists Dr. Hafiz Pasha and Dr. Ishrat Hussain, who provide their perspectives on the urgent need for economic upliftment among women.   Creative Head Moneeza Hashmi sheds light on Kashf's innovative strategies in using media to raise awareness of societal problems faced by women, enabling Kashf to go beyond mere transactions to transform the lives of women in Pakistan. Client interviews showcase the impact of Kashf, demonstrating how it has helped them to change their lives.   #Kashf #Kashffoundation #RoshanehZafar #womenempowerment #microfinance #financialinclusion  #Pakistan #Pak   https://lnkd.in/edEwR2vE

2024: A year that reflects Kashf's unwavering courage and relentless determination. This video offers just a glimpse of the monumental strides we’ve made. As we step into 2025, the 30th year of Kashf, we celebrate the legacy of 'Himmat Ka Safar': 'اندھیروں کے سفر میں چراغ ہم نے جلائے ہیں' (In journeys of darkness, we lit the lamps). Here’s to continuing a journey of hope, resilience and empowerment. #30YearsOfKashf #HimmatKaSafar #2024Reflections

Dreams Take Flight! In the heart of Karim Park, Lahore, our incredible client, Shazia Baji - visionary entrepreneur and beauty expert - found her Khushal Mustaqbil moment! Through our unique collaboration with EFU Life, her journey led to this joyous milestone: Winning an Umrah ticket! Watch as her hard work and hope are celebrated in a way that truly inspires us all. #KhushhalMustaqbil #DreamBig #30YearsofKashf

Kashf Foundation Annual Report 2024 is live as we enter 2025! This year’s report reflects the courage of women entrepreneurs, the strength of community partnerships, the generosity of our grantors and investors & our unwavering commitment to financial inclusion and gender equity.

#throwbackthursday : 'To any who still doubt whether partnerships between people can remake our world, I say look at the men and women who are here today.' President Obama’s inspiring words at the 2010 Presidential Summit celebrated changemakers like Roshaneh Zafar and Professor Muhammad Yunus. Through her vision for economic empowerment, Roshaneh’s foundation, Kashf—meaning 'miracle'—has lifted millions of women out of poverty, transforming lives and communities. #30yearsofKashf #womenempowerment #financialinclsion #Obama

Society often holds women to impossible standards, where even one mistake overshadows countless efforts. At Kashf’s Gender Council, we listen to stories like these—stories that highlight how deeply ingrained stereotypes limit women's potential. In partnership with Global Affairs Canada, we’re addressing these harmful norms and empowering women to rise above societal expectations. #StoriesOfChange #GenderEquality #KashfGenderCouncil #16DaysOfActivism #globalaffairscanada

Giveaway Alert: Celebrate Handicrafts with Udaari Crafts! Craft enthusiasts, this one's for you! Udaari Crafts is hosting a special giveaway to honor the beauty of handmade artistry. Here's your chance to win an exclusive gift from us. How to enter: 1. Follow @udaari_crafts on Instagram. Instagram Link: https://lnkd.in/duzehTqa 2. Like the giveaway post and tag 3 friends. 3. Share the post on your Story with a sentence about your love for handicrafts. Hurry! The last date to enter is 15th December. #Giveaway #HandmadeArt #Craftsmanship #UdaariCrafts

In Pakistan, many women endure lives marked by unpaid labor, daily violence, and a stark lack of autonomy over critical decisions, including those about their own bodies. These struggles are not isolated but deeply rooted in restrictive social norms and systemic gender inequality. Through Gender Councils, Kashf Foundation. By creating safe spaces for dialogue, these councils engage communities to challenge harmful practices, foster awareness about women's rights, and promote gender equity. #Kashffoundation #Kashf #GlobalAffairsCanada #GAC

Kashf Foundation, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, continues its advocacy efforts during the 16 Days of Activism. Through thought-provoking theater performances, we shed light on the issue of gender-based violence, engage communities in meaningful dialogue, and empower individuals to take action toward a safer and more equal society for all. #Kashffoundation #Kashf #globalaffairscanada #GAC #16days #16DaysOfActivism

Throwback Thursday to when we were working out of a small, lively office—cramped but brimming with energy and hope. In 2012, we had the honor of hosting His Excellency, the Canadian High Commissioner, at our office. At the time, we were about to start a project with Global Affairs Canada, and there was this buzz in the air—a belief that this collaboration could truly change lives. And it did. Kashf with GAC has helped millions of women not just earn a livelihood, but stand up for their rights and challenge the norms that hold them back. #ThrowbackThursday #16DaysOfActivism #KashfFoundation #EmpoweringWomen #GlobalAffairsCanada #BreakingBarriers #30Yearsofkashf