Programs
Education
Our vision is a world in which every child has the right to a free education. Education is one of the most important routes out of extreme poverty. We support school projects all around the world and are working to achieve universal primary school education for as many people as possible. As well as building new schools, we also work with vulnerable government and community schools that are already in existence. We work hard to bring even the most remote schools up to international standards. When it comes to education, we believe that children deserve more than second best
In countries like Myanmar (Burma), Pakistan, and many others, there is a significant lack of access to education for children. The economic situations in these communities is often dire, with having extremely poor systems in place, leading to very high illiteracy rates.
Working with parents and teachers, we overcome the barriers of poverty and inequality, helping parents to earn a secure living, communities to value education and tackle discrimination against girls and marginalised children so that no child is left behind. We construct and renovate classrooms, libraries and important facilities, whilst improving access to hygienic toilets and clean drinking water; creating a safe and engaging environment for children. We provide important educational materials and textbooks, train teachers and give them the professional support they need to inspire their students. We take time to understand the unique needs of each school community we support and create lasting and robust relationships.
Qard Hasan is working towards tackling this issue by providing access to education for children in these regions, affording them their basic rights, as well as enabling them to become more self-sufficient and contributors to their communities.
