The recent visit of The WF President – Alhaj Safder Jaffer to Pakistan, spanning from October 24th to October 27th, highlighted significant strides in community development and socio-economic upliftment. The trip focused on reinforcing The WF’s commitment to growth and development of the community in Pakistan both in the spheres of economic upliftment and spiritual growth.
Mass Marriage Ceremony
During The WF President – Alhaj Safder Jaffer’s visit to Muzaffargarh in South Punjab, he attended mass marriage ceremonies, celebrating the union of deserving couples. This project is annually supported by Mohsin & Fauzia Jaffer Foundation. As part of this meaningful initiative, each couple received essential household items to help them begin their new lives with greater ease and stability.
Opening of a Water Filtration Plant
During The WF President’s visit to South Punjab, he had the honour of inaugurating the WF-AID’s Ali Asghar Water Appeal Project, an RO Filtration Plant in Multan. This vital project aims to provide clean, safe drinking water to local communities, addressing a critical need in the region.
Economic Upliftment Program
Small Business Support
Opening of Kafeel General Store
Housing Project
Housing project for widows initiated in a village in South Punjab
Plant a Tree
Plant a Tree
Small Scale Poultry Farming
Another economic upliftment program supported by Mohsin & Fauzia Jaffer Foundation in supporting women empowerment.
Loader Rickshaw
Handover of Loader Rickshaw
Model Colony
A model Colony supported by The WF, complete with a mosque, water filtration, girls’ school, and housing — all built to empower and uplift the community and assisting in transforming the lives of mu’mineen in rural areas of Pakistan.
Meeting with Educational School Leads at Fatimiyah Education Network
The WF President – Alhaj Safder Jaffer under the auspices of KPSIAJ held a constructive meeting with the Educational Heads of community schools and education experts in Karachi. The discussion centered around collaborative strategies to enhance educational standards, promote sustainability, and create impactful learning environments for students. There was also extensive discussion on the UNDP Developmental goals and value based education.
Meeting with Khoja (Pirhai) Shia Isna Asheri Jamaat and Pakistan Federation
Alhaj Safder Jaffer – The WF President engaged in an in-depth meeting with the leadership of the Khoja (Pirhai) Shia Isna Asheri Jamaat (KPSIAJ) and the Pakistan Federation Management Committee. The session provided a comprehensive overview of each department’s initiatives and operational progress, fostering a collaborative exchange on strengthening community services.
Khoja Heritage Day
The President addressing the Khoja Heritage Event that was relayed live from Karachi
Memorial Event for Marhum Mohamed Ali Jaffri
An event was organised (Taziati Jalsa) in honour of Marhum Mohamed Ali Jaffri that was attended by community members including Jamaats from Badin District who came to Karachi to pay due respects to this great community worker in Sindh.
Meeting with Badin Federation
The WF President attended a lunch meeting with the Badin Federation and the Presidents of all Badin Jamaats, fostering an open dialogue on community needs and development opportunities. This gathering provided a valuable platform to discuss shared goals, strengthen relationships, and explore collaborative initiatives aimed at uplifting and empowering local communities in Badin.
Meeting with Professionals of the jamaat
The President addressing a session of young professionals in Karachi
A session was organised with the professionals of the KPSIAJ community in Karachi where views were exchanged on how the community can optimise its workings with young professionals and the challenges and opportunities of collaboration.
Khoja Heritage Project Youth event
The WF President attended the Khoja Heritage Project Youth event, engaging with young leaders and emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation. Following this, he met with Sindh’s Minister of Culture and Heritage, Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, to discuss initiatives for safeguarding and promoting Khoja heritage in the region.
Meeting with the Managing Committee of KPSIAJ
A meeting was held with the Managing Committee of KPSIAJ, where a range of ongoing activities were discussed as well as future developments and aspirations of the community in Karachi especially in the areas of economic upliftment, health, and education, were extensively discussed.
