Empowering Through Skill and Knowledge

IDC prioritizes training and capacity building as the most effective tools for community resilience.

Core Focus Areas

Program Strategy in Action

Safety & Scouting
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Safety & Scouting

Professional scouting, security assessments, and emergency preparedness to build safer communities.

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Disaster Response
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Disaster Response

We equip young people with practical tools to lead social action projects and strengthen community resilience.

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Rozgar Colleges
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Rozgar Colleges

Through Rozgar Colleges and skills training, we support women to secure dignified livelihoods and long-term economic independence.

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Microfinance
04

Microfinance

We accelerate inclusive economic growth through livelihoods support, local enterprise, and community-centered financing pathways.

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Bunnat
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Bunnat

Fashion brand dedicated to empowering women artisans in Islamabad

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Safety & Scouting

Professional scouting, security assessments, and emergency preparedness to build safer communities.

About Safety and Resilience

IDC’s Safety & Scouting program is a volunteer-led initiative focused on ensuring safe and secure public gatherings, particularly during religious and community events. Trained scouts conduct on-ground risk assessments, manage crowd flow, and coordinate closely with relevant institutions to prevent and respond to potential threats. Through structured training in security awareness, threat analysis, and emergency response, IDC has built a network of disciplined volunteers who act as first responders within their communities. The program plays a critical role in strengthening public safety while fostering a culture of preparedness and active citizenship. IDC is currently providing scouting services in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Lahore, Mirpur Azad Kashmir, Gilgit and Quetta and we are expanding!

Safety and Scouting Initiatives

Community safety scouting for public gatherings
Security surveys and local risk mapping
Crime threat analysis and reporting
Emergency response coordination
Volunteer preparedness workshops
Situation monitoring and partner collaboration

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Volunteer safety orientation and preparedness workshops.

Field coordination during local muharram procession..

Field coordination during local muharram procession..

Field coordination during local muharram procession..

Disaster Response

We equip young people with practical tools to lead social action projects and strengthen community resilience.

About Disaster Response

IDC delivers rapid and structured disaster response through a three-phase model: Relief, Recovery, and Resilience. In crises such as the 2025 floods in Southern Punjab, IDC mobilized teams on-ground to provide immediate support including food, shelter, hygiene kits, and medical assistance, ensuring timely relief to the most affected communities. Beyond emergency response, IDC continues to support affected populations through long-term rehabilitation efforts. Following incidents like the Tarlai tragedy, the organization has implemented structured recovery programs including financial assistance, education support, and livelihood initiatives. This approach ensures that support goes beyond short-term aid, enabling communities to rebuild with dignity and become more resilient to future challenges.

Disaster Response

Civic leadership bootcamps
Social action project design
Mentorship and peer learning circles
Community campaign support
Volunteer leadership pathways
Monitoring and impact reflection

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Survey in Flood hit areas.

Responding in Flood hit areas.

Mentorship circles supporting project execution.

Releif in Flood hit areas.

Rozgar Colleges

Through Rozgar Colleges and skills training, we support women to secure dignified livelihoods and long-term economic independence.

About Rozgar Colleges

IDC’s Rozgar Colleges are dedicated to empowering women through vocational training and economic opportunities. By equipping women with practical, income-generating skills such as stitching, beautician training, graphic design, and MS Office, the program enables financial independence and long-term stability. With over 12,000 women trained and hundreds now employed or running their own businesses, Rozgar Colleges have created a strong pathway from learning to earning. Beyond skills training, these centers serve as safe and supportive spaces where women build confidence, community, and a sense of empowerment. IDC is currently running five Rozgar Colleges across Rawalpindi, Lahore, Quetta, Multan and Peshawar and has recently introduced courses on Artificial Intelligence in its Multan center. We also launched community’s first fashion brand Bunnat https://bunnat.pk/about-2/

Rozgar Colleges Initiatives

Rozgar College vocational tracks
Career readiness and placement support
Entrepreneurship guidance for micro-businesses
Digital literacy and IT learning pathways
Community support groups for women
Progress tracking and livelihood outcomes

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Women gaining practical vocational skills in Rozgar programs.

Graduates launching livelihood journeys and local enterprises.

Digital literacy and IT pathways for higher-paid opportunities.

Mentoring support for women-led micro-business growth.

Microfinance

We accelerate inclusive economic growth through livelihoods support, local enterprise, and community-centered financing pathways.

About Microfinance

Raoof.pk is IDC’s community-based microfinance initiative that provides interest-free loans to underserved women, enabling them to start or expand small businesses. Built on a model of trust, transparency, and community participation, it connects lenders directly with borrowers to create a cycle of sustainable financial support. Through verified borrower profiles, flexible funding options, and a structured repayment system, Raoof.pk ensures that funds are continuously reused to support more individuals. By combining financial access with community engagement, the initiative promotes dignity, self-reliance, and long-term economic empowerment.

Microfinance Initiatives

Microfinance and income support pathways
Household livelihood strengthening
Small business coaching and market linkages
Community savings and resilience planning
Financial literacy workshops
Growth tracking and accountability

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Local enterprise coaching and market linkage activities.

Household financial literacy and resilience planning.

Community-centered pathways for sustainable income growth.

Community and partners working together for inclusive growth.

Bunnat

Fashion brand dedicated to empowering women artisans in Islamabad

About Bunnat

In our small workshop, underprivileged women come together to create beautiful clothing. They are not just sewing garments; they are stitching their dreams and building a better future. Each piece we make showcases their skills and determination, reflecting the resilience of these incredible women. At Bunnat, we believe in the power of unity. 

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Our artisans support one another on their journey to financial independence and self-worth. Every stitch represents their strength, and every garment tells a story of overcoming challenges. By choosing Bunnat, you are helping these women gain the confidence and resources they need to thrive in their lives and families.Explore our diverse collection of handmade clothing, from stylish ethnic wear to trendy casual outfits. 

When you wear Bunnat, you are not only making a fashion statement but also supporting a movement for women’s empowerment and sustainable fashion. Visit us at our outlet on Shane Haqi Road, Islamabad, and discover how you can wear your values with pride while making a positive impact.

Key Initiatives

Community outreach through bunnat
Capacity-building and practical skills training
Inclusive participation with measurable outcomes
Partnerships for sustainable local impact