Dr. Fatima Shah Founder Pakistan Association of the Blind

Dr. Fatima Shah (1914 – October 12, 2002) was a Pakistani doctor and social worker who dedicated her life to helping the blind. She founded the Pakistan Association of the Blind (PAB) and was a key member of the All Pakistan Women’s Association. Dr. Shah also made history as the first woman president of the International Federation of the Blind, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy and support for the visually impaired.

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Our Commitment to Values

Empowerment

We empower visually impaired persons to reach their full potential.

Inclusivity

We embrace diversity and ensure equal opportunities for all.

Transparency

We maintain transparency and accountability in all our operations.

Advocacy

We advocate for the rights and well-being of the visually impaired.

Compassion

We approach our work with empathy and compassion.

Excellence

We strive for excellence in all our programs and services.

Our Commitment to Empowerment
and Inclusion

Mission

Our mission is to provide education, training, and rehabilitation to visually impaired persons, fostering self-reliance and participation in society. We aim to equip them with the skills and opportunities for education, employment, mobility, and advocacy, ensuring equal status and inclusion in all aspects of life, in line with the laws of Pakistan.

Vision

Our vision is a society where visually impaired persons are empowered, self-reliant, and fully included in all aspects of life. We aim to remove barriers to opportunity, aligning with the constitutional rights of Pakistan and the UNCRPD.

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Growing up in poverty, children face tough hunge and malnutrition

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How You Can Make An Impact

You can make a profound impact on the lives of visually impaired persons by getting involved with PAB. Consider:

Donating to support our programs.
Volunteering your time and skills.
Becoming a mentor or providing job opportunities.
Partnering with us for initiatives.
Advocating for the rights of the visually impaired.
Participating in our cultural events and fundraisers.

Testimonials

Aisha

When my 4-year-old son was born, the local doctors were unable to help with his weakening eyesight.

Maaz

My family struggled a lot financially and lacked the resources to get me enrolled in school,

Raheela

I went to PAB School and learned to read and write and it helped me get

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Transparency Policy (about how the donations are used)

At PAB, we uphold a strict transparency policy. Donations are utilized exclusively to support our educational, rehabilitation and community-based rehabilitation programs and rehabilitation through assistive devices. We ensure that each penny contributed goes towards the welfare of the visually impaired, covering costs related to education, training, specialized equipment, learning material and infrastructure, as well as maintaining our commitment to financial integrity and accountability.

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Dr. Fatima Shah Founder Pakistan Association of the Blind

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