Vishal Nisar: From Brickyard to Classroom—A Journey of Hope




At just 11 years old, Vishal Nisar has lived a life far beyond his years. Growing up in a large family with four brothers and three sisters, Vishal learned early what it means to work hard. His father spends long, exhausting days baking bricks under the scorching sun—labour that barely keeps the household afloat.
Belonging to a minority community in Pakistan, Vishal’s path was even more uncertain. Instead of holding books, he often held clay and mud, helping his father mould bricks when the family could not afford his school expenses. But even in those difficult moments, his heart was set on one dream: to learn.
In 2023, that dream found a way forward. Vishal joined TAKMIL in Grade 5 (Level 1), determined to catch up with the children he used to watch walking to school with their backpacks and bright smiles.
Today, Vishal is studying in Grade Level 11, with a love for Urdu and an unshakable desire to become a teacher. He wants to return the gift of education to other children in his village—so they, too, can see that poverty does not have to decide their future.
💬 Vishal’s Message to All Children:
“If you want to achieve something in life, then study and work hard. Everything is possible.”
His story is a testament to the power of resilience and the promise that education holds. When given a chance, every child—no matter their circumstances—can rise, thrive, and inspire.
🌿 Let Vishal’s journey remind us: when we invest in learning, we light a spark that no hardship can ever put out.