On 2nd Oct 2025 The Employers’ Federation of Pakistan (EFP), in collaboration with Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN), conducted an Infrastructure Accessibility Assessment of the Head Office of Raqami Bank Limited. This initiative is part of PBDN’s continued efforts to promote disability inclusion in workplaces and ensure accessible and enabling environments for persons with […]
CHIP (Civil Society Human and Institutional Development Programme) has a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the TEVTA Secretariat Punjab to collaborate on the Ready for Inclusive Sustainable Employment and Entrepreneurship Project across Punjab province. In this context, CHIP has planned a pre-job fair meeting with potential employers in District Rawalpindi, in close coordination with […]
Sapphire Finishing Mills Ltd. champions workplace inclusion by empowering marginalized communities—especially persons with disabilities—through equitable hiring, certified skills training, and holistic support. These efforts promote economic independence while advancing broader goals of social equity and sustainable development. Empowering Persons with Disabilities Sapphire prioritizes inclusivity by supporting persons with disabilities, particularly through our collaboration with Deaf […]
The Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN), with the support of EFP, ILO, GIZ, and Sightsavers, effectively organised the National Dialogue on Disability Inclusion and the 2nd EFP Disability Inclusion Recognition Awards. This flagship event marked a pivotal milestone in Pakistan’s journey toward building inclusive workplaces, bringing together more than 200 participants from the private […]
As part of its commitment to promoting inclusive employment practices in Pakistan, the Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN) In-House Disability Confidence Training at Akhter Textiles and AGI Denim in collaboration with Sightsavers for their HOD, Line Managers and Staff on 10th and 17th July, to build their capacity for disability inclusion. The session aimed […]
AGI Denim through its Parwaaz 2.0 initiative, has set a remarkable example in fostering an inclusive work environment for persons with disabilities (PWDs). Their structured approach to creating equal opportunities and ensuring accessibility has been transformative. The initiative began with a series of strategic meetings to outline objectives and establish a roadmap for success. An […]
K-Electric’s flagship program, Yaqeen – Enabling Abilities, stands out as a remarkable initiative championing inclusion for persons with disabilities (PWDs). This program has not only created internship opportunities but also facilitated permanent employment, fostering a culture of equality and empowerment. In collaboration with leading NGOs, K-Electric onboarded 10 talented individuals with hearing, speech, and intellectual […]
The Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN), in collaboration with the Employers’ Federation of Pakistan (EFP) and supported by Sightsavers, hosted an Awareness-Raising Session for Employers on Disability Inclusion at the Mövenpick Hotel, Karachi. The session brought together over 40 organizations from diverse sectors to boost confidence in hiring persons with disabilities and to promote […]
At Soorty Enterprises, we believe that true progress lies in embracing the strengths of every individual, regardless of their abilities. Our commitment to disability inclusion is not just a moral imperative but a strategic advantage that drives innovation and growth. Through two of our projects — PRISM and the Nurah doll — we are breaking […]
The Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN), a key platform advocating for disability inclusion in the workplace, successfully hosted the 1st Policy Dialogue on Disability Inclusion on 26 September 2024 in Karachi. The event brought together key stakeholders from government bodies, the private sector, development partners, and organizations of persons with disabilities to discuss policy […]
