Holiday Notification for Urs of Hazarat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai (R.A) 2025
Government of Sindh has announced a public holiday on Saturday, August 9, 2025 to mark the 282nd Annual Urs of the revered Sufi Saint Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai (R.A.)
CHIP – Boosting Inclusive Hiring Under TEVTA Partnership
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. – Advancing Inclusivity & Social Mobilization
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 […]
Recognising Inclusion, Inspiring Action: Together for an Inclusive Workforce
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 […]
Empowering Inclusion Through Awareness, Action, and Legal Commitment
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 Parwaaz 2.0 – Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment
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
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 […]
71st EFP Annual General Meeting
The 71st Annual General Meeting of EFP was held on 24th October 2024 at 5.30 pm at Hotel MövenpickKarachi. The Quorum was complete and present. Mr. Muhammad Feroz Alam, Vice President EFP, waschairing the meeting. The Minutes of the 71st EFP Annual General Meeting are as follows