At Kashmir Development Foundation, we are dedicated to fostering positive change and sustainable development in the beautiful regions of Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan. Our mission is to empower communities, preserve cultural heritage, and create opportunities for growth and prosperity.
At KDF, we believe in the power of collective action and strategic interventions to transform lives, advance education and foster partnerships for community development.
Since our inception, we have emerged as a leading organisation in public policy advocacy, active citizenship, and providing training and essential services to those in need.
Our vision and mission guide us to facilitate significant, positive changes at both policy and grassroots levels, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and resources for all. Our multifaceted approach encompasses sophisticated advocacy and awareness campaigns, capacity-building initiatives, training, consultancy, and essential service delivery, all undertaken in collaboration with various donors and development partners. Central to our work is the belief in unearthing and nurturing the latent potential, skills, and knowledge within individuals, breaking the cycles of poverty and deprivation to improve social mobility for marginalised communities.
Our vision and mission guide us to facilitate significant, positive changes at both policy and grassroots levels, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and resources for all. Our multifaceted approach encompasses sophisticated advocacy and awareness campaigns, capacity-building initiatives, training, consultancy, and essential service delivery, all undertaken in collaboration with various donors and development partners. Central to our work is the belief in unearthing and nurturing the latent potential, skills, and knowledge within individuals, breaking the cycles of poverty and deprivation to improve social mobility for marginalised communities.
We firmly believe that education serves as the cornerstone of development. Our comprehensive educational programmes extend across Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and Pakistan, offering academic learning and invaluable mentoring support, scholarships, work experience, internships, and skill-building opportunities. By equipping children and young people with these tools for success, we pave the way for brighter futures and empowered communities.
Access to quality healthcare and overall wellbeing are fundamental rights for all. Our healthcare and wellbeing initiatives are dedicated to improving access to essential health and social care services across Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and Pakistan. Through advocacy efforts, we strive to ensure that children, young people, women, and older adults have equitable access to these vital services. Additionally, we focus on raising awareness about preventive healthcare practices and empowering communities to lead healthier lives.
Our cultural heritage is a precious asset that binds us together as a community. In Azad Jammu Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan, our efforts are dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional arts, crafts, and cultural practices. By safeguarding these traditions, we not only celebrate our rich heritage but also ensure that it is passed on to future generations, fostering a sense of identity and pride among our people.
With outreach extending across diverse communities throughout Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan, KDF ensures widespread impact and meaningful change. Moreover, our commitment to fostering global partnerships led to inspiring members of the Kashmiri Diaspora to register KDF as a charity in the United Kingdom, recognised by the Charity Commission in England and Wales under Charity No. 1143891 and Company No. 05664890. This international presence underscores our dedication to working in partnerships with international organisations and institutions, expanding our impact on a global scale, and building bridges across borders to create a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Join us on our journey to create lasting change, empower communities, and build a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can make a difference and shape a better tomorrow.
Kashmir Development Foundation envisions a society where people are socially and economically empowered, actively championing sustainable development and fostering an environment of growth and harmony.
With outreach extending across diverse communities throughout Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan, KDF ensures widespread impact and meaningful change. Moreover, our commitment to fostering global partnerships inspires Kashmiri Diaspora members to reconnect with their places of origin and heritage. They are helping us to build an international presence, underscoring our dedication to working in partnerships with international organisations and institutions, expanding our impact on a global scale, and building bridges across borders to create a brighter, more equitable future for all.
KDF is committed to serving underprivileged communities through resource mobilisation, facilitating access to vital services, and empowering marginalised populations for sustainable development. We empower diverse communities, amplify their voices, and foster collective action to drive transformative change and sustainable progress.
We are registered with Pakistan's Security and Exchange Commission under section 42 of the Companies Act 2017.
DETAILS LOCATION Azad Kashmir START DATA 2023-24 DURATION 1 Year PROJECT SIZE Planting trees all over AJK (Azad Jammu and
IDSDP 2024: Sport for the Promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies “Sport has the power to align our passion, energy
14th April – International Pahari Language, Culture and Heritage Day Kashmir Development Foundation (KDF) facilitated the 1st International Pahari Language,
Kashmir Development Foundation (KDF) traces its origins back to the aftermath of the Kargil conflict in 1999, a time of profound turmoil for communities along the Line of Control in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).
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We envision vibrant and inclusive communities where everyone enjoys social justice and equitable access to essential resources, including education, healthcare, clean drinking water, and economic opportunities. Through collaborative endeavours and innovative solutions, we aspire to shape a future where the people of Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and Pakistan thrive in harmony with nature, leading fulfilling lives enriched by sustainable development and shared prosperity.
Join us in making a difference in Azad Jammu Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan! Whether you’re a passionate volunteer, a committed donor, or a partner organisation, there are many ways to get involved and support our cause. Together, we can build a brighter future for our people and planet.
Your support can change lives in Kashmir. Please donate today to help us continue our vital work in education, healthcare, economic empowerment, cultural preservation and sports for development and peace. Every contribution makes a difference and brings us one step closer to realising our vision for a better society.
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