Imagine a girl who lost her father at a young age. Imagine the weight of grief shadowed by the weight of survival. Now, meet Bano—a determined 11-year-old from Chak 93DB, Bahawalpur—who didn’t let life’s harshest trials dim her light. Instead, she turned every struggle into a stepping stone and every question into a window to a new world.

Bano was born into a family of five siblings, in a home where love was abundant but resources were not. Her father, Dano, worked tirelessly in agricultural fields to feed his family until his sudden passing left a vacuum too big to fill. With his loss, the burden of survival fell entirely on Bano’s mother, Nirmala, who now labors in the same fields, side by side with Bano’s elder brother, to keep the family afloat.

In the wake of this immense loss, Bano’s world could have easily shrunk to chores and hardship. She was never enrolled in a school and instead spent her days helping her mother with household work. But where others saw misfortune, Bano nurtured a quiet dream—a dream of learning, of knowing the world beyond the boundaries of her home and the fields.

That dream took its first breath when TAKMIL opened Shaheed Muhammad Muazam School in her village. For the first time, Bano held a pencil not just to scribble but to shape her future. She was enrolled in Grade 5, and in no time, she stood out—not because she had it easy, but because she showed up every day with fire in her eyes and questions on her lips.

English became her favorite subject. Bano’s curiosity extended beyond textbooks. She wanted to know the English names for everyday objects in the kitchen and asked her teachers how they were used in sentences. She began to see the world through a new lens—one word, one sentence, one discovery at a time.

Even after school, her responsibilities didn’t end. She would rush home to help her mother with daily chores, and only after the dishes were washed and the tasks were done, she would retreat into her sketchbook. Her passion for drawing and coloring became her therapy—her escape into a world where beauty and dreams coexisted freely.

Today, Bano is no longer a silent helper in the background. She is a young girl with a voice, a vision, and a vibrant will to become a teacher—so she can uplift other girls like herself, whose lives have been marked by limitations but fueled by potential.

Her story is not just her own. It is a tribute to her mother’s strength, a salute to her father’s sacrifices, and a celebration of how access to education—through TAKMIL—can redefine a life.

Bano’s journey is a reminder: when you educate a girl, you’re not just teaching her how to read and write—you’re giving her the tools to rewrite her destiny.

In the remote village of Kaccha Kakar, District Rajanpur, a 10-year-old boy named Muhammad Bilal spent his days in a welding shop, not by choice, but by circumstance. With no school in his village, education was never an option for Bilal or the other children around him. Instead, he and his nine siblings lived a life without direction, helping their father in the fields and learning skills for survival rather than knowledge for the future.

But everything changed in December 2024 when TAKMIL opened a school in his village. It was more than just a building with books—it was a gateway to hope. Bilal and his younger brother were among the first students to step into this new world of learning.

Once completely unaware of education, Bilal can now proudly introduce himself in both English and Urdu. He has discovered a passion for learning, especially solving mathematics questions, and dreams of becoming a teacher so that he can give back to his village and guide other children like him toward a purposeful life.

TAKMIL has given Bilal a new path, transforming him from a boy working in a welding shop into a student with big dreams and a bright future.

Your support makes stories like Bilal’s possible. Help us continue this mission—give the gift of education and change a life forever.

In the quiet fields of Khushab, 11-year-old Mominah Zafar watches her father work tirelessly—farming, laboring, doing whatever it takes to provide for his family. With four sisters and limited resources, education was never a priority in her home.

Mominah once studied at a government school, but the learning environment didn’t nurture her potential. She struggled, her dreams clouded by the fear of being left behind. But everything changed when she joined A-Rehmat O Noor Memorial TAKMIL School.

Here, Mominah found more than just books—she found encouragement, a quality education, and a place where her ambitions were valued. Today, her parents finally see the spark in her eyes. She excels in mathematics, helps her mother at home, and dreams of becoming a teacher to help children like her.

Yet, financial hardships still cast a shadow over her future. Mominah’s story is one of resilience, hope, and the power of education. With the right support, she can break the cycle of poverty and inspire the next generation.

In the quiet village of Rajanpur, where opportunities for education are scarce, 10-year-old Dua Zehra’s dream of learning seemed impossible. With no nearby school, she was left behind while other children moved forward. Her father, a tailor, worked tirelessly to provide for their family, but his limited income made education an unattainable luxury.

But December 2023 marked a turning point when Shaheed Ashfaq Ahmed TAKMIL School opened in her village. For the first time, Dua had a real chance to pursue her dreams. She eagerly enrolled and quickly stood out as an intelligent and hardworking student, excelling in English and Mathematics.

What makes Dua’s story extraordinary is her passion for giving back. Inspired by TAKMIL’s mission, she dreams of becoming a teacher so she can educate other girls who, like her, lack access to schools. For her, education isn’t just about personal growth—it’s about breaking the cycle of illiteracy in her community.

Beyond academics, Dua is also an artist at heart. She loves to draw and paint, using colors to express a world full of hope and dreams. Her creative spirit adds another dimension to her journey, proving that education nurtures more than just the mind—it fuels aspirations.

Her story doesn’t stop with her. Her siblings have also enrolled in the same school, ensuring that their family’s future will be different from the past. The ripple effect of education is already in motion.

Dua Zehra’s journey is a testament to the power of opportunity. One school, one chance, and one determined girl can change everything.