Many people in Kashmir and Pakistan live without access to basic healthcare. Poor families in geographically isolated areas are particularly affected by health inequality, limited knowledge, and weak access to health services. The consequences are severe – especially for women and children.

Background and health challenges

Access to healthcare is highly limited. Pakistan has significantly fewer doctors per capita than many other countries, and in remote areas there is often a lack of trained health personnel, information, and preventive services.

In Kashmir and other vulnerable regions, this means that many illnesses are detected too late or not treated at all. Maternal and child mortality rates remain high, malnutrition affects all age groups, infectious diseases are widespread, and chronic conditions often go untreated. Long distances, mountainous terrain, and poverty make it difficult for families to seek care in time – even when illnesses could have been prevented.

Our approach

We work to improve health outcomes for the most vulnerable by strengthening knowledge, prevention, and local systems. Our approach focuses on long-term solutions that reduce illness and prevent avoidable deaths – especially in areas with the least access to healthcare.

Activities:

• Prevention and health education on hygiene, nutrition, and maternal and child health
• Guidance and awareness-raising within communities on early detection of illness and access to health services
• Strengthening local capacity through collaboration with community actors and health stakeholders
• Dialogue with authorities and decision-makers to support better health policies and more equitable access to healthcare

Who we support

Our work focuses on poor children, women, and families living in geographically isolated areas of Kashmir and Pakistan, where health needs are greatest and access to services is limited.

Results and long-term impact

Through prevention, awareness, and policy dialogue, we contribute to:

• improved health and survival of women and children
• increased knowledge and resilience within communities
• more sustainable and inclusive healthcare solutions over the long term

How to support?

Support the project with a donation or sadaqah. Your help gives families access to healthcare and disease prevention.