Disability Rights Pakistan Project #64678

Wheels of Hope

by Network of Organizations Working for People with Disabilities, Pakistan

Project Report | Oct 22, 2026
Moving Forward, Together

By Munazza Ali | Assistant, Resource Mobilization

Dear Supporters,

For many persons with disabilities across Pakistan, access to a wheelchair can make a meaningful difference in their ability to navigate daily life independently. Without appropriate mobility support, activities such as attending school, accessing healthcare, pursuing employment, and participating in community life can be difficult to manage.

At NOWPDP, we work to address these barriers by improving access to assistive devices that enable persons with disabilities to lead more independent and active lives. Through our wheelchair distribution initiative, we aim to ensure that more individuals have the mobility support they need to access opportunities and participate in their communities.

Over the past few months, we have distributed 38 wheelchairs across Pakistan, including 16 in Karachi, 6 in Hyderabad, 11 in Sujawal, 1 in Shaheed Benazirabad, 3 in Ghorabari, and 1 in Lahore. These distributions have supported individuals across different communities, helping address mobility challenges and making everyday activities more accessible.

Access to a wheelchair can make everyday tasks more manageable, reduce reliance on others, and create greater opportunities for individuals to participate in their homes, communities, and beyond. While each distribution addresses an individual’s mobility needs, its impact can also extend to families and caregivers.

Riaz's Story of Hope

Riaz’s mobility was affected by polio at the age of seven, creating barriers to education and independent movement. Despite these challenges, he learned stitching under a local tailor and went on to build a livelihood as a tailor.

However, Riaz struggled to navigate uneven roads and travel short distances, often relying on assistance. After learning about NOWPDP through a friend, he reached out to the Falah team in Korangi and received a wheelchair to support his mobility needs.

The wheelchair has made it easier for Riaz to navigate his surroundings and manage everyday travel, helping him continue his work and earn a livelihood through his skills. His experience highlights how access to appropriate mobility support can help persons with disabilities overcome daily barriers and work towards greater independence.

Your continued support enables NOWPDP to reach more persons with disabilities and address barriers that limit their mobility and participation. Together, we can work towards a more inclusive Pakistan where persons with disabilities have greater access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

With gratitude,

Team NOWPDP

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Jun 24, 2026
From Mobility to Opportunity

By Sania Owais | Associate, Resource Mobilization

Nadia from Rindu Khan Laghari, Pakistan

Dear Supporters,

Across Pakistan, persons with disabilities continue to face challenges that restrict their access to education, employment, and community life. Access to a wheelchair can help overcome many of these obstacles. Enabling individuals to pursue opportunities and live with greater independence.

Over the past few months, we have successfully distributed a total of 139 wheelchairs in Sindh. Of these, 35 were distributed in Karachi, 20 in Sujawal, 18 in Ghorabari, 1 in Sukkur, 9 in Tharparkar, 26 in Shaheed Benazirabad, 27 in Badin, and 3 in Larkana. Through these efforts, we have been able to extend mobility support to underserved communities, helping individuals lead more independent and dignified lives.

Testimonial

Nadia’s Journey Towards Education

Twelve-year-old Nadia from Rindu Khan Laghari has always dreamed of going to school. Born with a physical disability, she faced significant barriers to education due to limited mobility and the lack of a wheelchair.

Through NOWPDP’s assistive device distribution, Nadia received a wheelchair that has given her greater independence and renewed hope for the future. During the distribution, the team also assured her family that Nadia would be enrolled in NOWPDP’s newly established school in Nawabshah. Reflecting on the impact, Nadia’s father shared, “Before, when we didn’t have a wheelchair, there was no hope. Now Nadia can finally study like other children".

With improved mobility and access to education, Nadia is now one step closer to achieving her dream of learning and building a brighter future.

Creating Pathways to Opportunity

Across Pakistan, many persons with disabilities continue to face barriers to education, employment, and community participation. Access to mobility support can be the first step toward overcoming these challenges.

Your continued support helps create opportunities for greater independence, inclusion, and hope. Together, we can build a future where every person with a disability has the chance to reach their full potential.

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Feb 27, 2026
Building Wheels of Hope

By Rida Zainab | Associate, Resource Mobilization

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