Empowering Children, Mothers & Communities Across Pakistan

Kiran Foundation is a non-profit organization, which started off as a small initiative in 2006 by Sabina Khatri who drew her inspiration from Motherhood. The Foundation provides transformational education and holistic support in marginalized communities. Rooted in the belief of humanitarian values, the importance of mental health and wellbeing of self and others. We educate children and empower the mothers in a way that is truly nurturing for the whole family unit.

We derive our philosophy from mother’s love. We believe that the transformation of a nation happens with cultivating character while the child is still in the mother’s lap.

We work through a multi-tier framework, which emphasizes the importance of prevention and intervention for mental health and emotional support. Our team, partners and volunteers work closely with teachers and parents to ensure student’s wellbeing, safety and success through a collaborative framework.

I want to restore the belief in love.

میں محبت پر ایمان بحال کرنا چاہتی ہوں۔

Kiran is a gift from a mother’s heart to another.

We pioneered in the reality of Lyari; a region that has been through immense pain and turmoil, but is resilient and largely misunderstood. We nurture mothers and caregivers, along with their children, and build safe and happy spaces where they can heal from their pain, discover their strengths and flourish together.

We have now reached Kati Pahari , Swabi, Ghizar.

Schools are a microcosm of the society; when children are taught empathy and care from a young age, they grow up to make their community more compassionate. It is our goal to reimagine education as a journey towards freedom, safety, and happiness – ensuring a community of visionary thinkers and kind leaders.

Kiran School

Since 2006

Through the Kiran School Ibtedai program, toddlers enroll with their mothers to prepare for mainstream schools.

Kiran Flagship

Since 2008

The flagship program helps Ibtedai graduates transition to mainstream schools, offering support at Kiran Ghar.

Kiran School System

Since 2014

Public-private model adopting government schools to run Kiran’s mother-and-child, safe & happy model.

Uraan

Since 2017

Graduates join the Uraan Program for college/ university scholarships, open to the wider community.

Through the Kiran School Ibtedai program, toddlers enroll with their mothers to prepare for mainstream schools.

The flagship program helps Ibtedai graduates transition to mainstream schools, offering support at Kiran Ghar.

Public-private model adopting government schools to run Kiran’s mother-and-child, safe & happy model.

Graduates join the Uraan Program for college/ university scholarships, open to the wider community.

Our Unique Initiatives

We go beyond the ideas of conventional education and incorporate elements that make our work more holistic.

Nafeesa Forum

Educated, aware, and empowered mothers are key to shaping successful future generations. Mothers are the true changemakers of Kiran Foundation and the driving force behind the transformation across our programs and campuses.
The Kiran School System is a mother-and-child model, where a mother’s enrollment happens alongside her child’s admission. Both grow together as learners, supporting each other’s development.
Nafeesa Forum began as mandatory classes for mothers of toddlers at Ibtedai School and evolved into a core part of Kiran’s mission. In 2010, the program was renamed Nafeesa Forum in memory of a deeply committed mother who passed away in 2010.
The Forum offers classes three times a week through interactive activities and guided sessions, helping mothers discover new skills, increase awareness of their rights and responsibilities, and focus on personal growth. Mothers also enjoy picnics, outings, and access to therapy and counseling when needed.
As part of the Forum, Dr. Javed Iqbal’s Effective Parenting Course was introduced across campuses. In November 2025, 52 mothers from the DCTO Campus Senior Section completed the program, with certificates personally awarded by Dr. Javed Iqbal.

Hadia Clubs Beyond the School (HBTS)

Previously named as BTS clubs, we renamed it to our little angel ’Hadia’ who we lost to cancer in April 2019. She loved football and gymnastics. Hadia beyond the School initiatives give children the opportunity to unlock their potential, explore their talents, and cultivate their strengths through a range of after-school clubs. Children are seen engaged in sports, expressing themselves through various forms of arts, learning new languages and skills, away from the toxic influences of society and the unforgiving streets.

We proudly recognize Kiran Foundation for six years of unwavering commitment and compassionate service to thalassemia patients in Balochistan. Since 2019, when Kech Thalassemia Care Center (KTCC) began its journey with limited resources, Kiran Foundation has remained a steadfast partner – strengthening our operations and consistently elevating the quality of care we provide.

Their support has been both strategic and deeply human-centered, from providing essential medical equipment to ensuring monthly ration assistance for deserving families and warm clothing for children traveling from remote areas. At the heart of this partnership is Maa Sabina Katri, whose genuine care and personal connection with our patients and team reflects a bond that goes beyond collaboration – it is truly family. Today, KTCC stands as the only thalassemia center in Makran, delivering 600+ safe blood transfusions monthly to over 500 registered patients – completely free of cost. This impact would not have been possible without Kiran Foundation’s continued support, and we remain deeply grateful for their service to humanity.