Iqra Fund

Iqra Fund is a non-profit organization based in New York, New York. The organization has 20 employees. Iqra Fund establishes and supports self-sustaining school systems in remote villages in the Gilgit-Baltistan province of Pakistan. They work with local governments, community leaders, parents, and teachers to invest in the long-term success of students, aiming to improve generations of prosperity. The organization focuses on providing access to education for both girls and boys, with a primary goal of ensuring 100% of girls in these villages attend school. Iqra Fund distinguishes itself by being the only international non-governmental organization (INGO) working in this socially and culturally conservative region. Their commitment to empowering girls, especially in these marginalized communities, sets them apart. The organization envisions a world where girls are valued for their education and are able to become economically independent, make informed decisions about their lives, and contribute to the well-being of their communities and the environment. For more information, please visit iqrafund.org.