HF launches ‘Mai Ghariban’ self-made, self-sustaining village schools, harnessing digital tools for remote learning in rural Sindh.

Empowering communities in rural Sindh: Heritage Foundation launches ‘Mai Ghariban’—self-made, self-sustaining village schools harnessing digital tools for remote learning. 50 schools are now using this method to educate their children.

posted 31d ago

Dr. YL and DC South Karachi inaugurate the kharadar chowk library and community garden project, a joint venture by HF & DC South Khi.

Celebrating community progress in Kharadar! The inauguration of the Kharadar Police Chowki library and community garden marks a milestone in neighborhood revitalization. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of DC South Karachi and Heritage Foundation, a cherished heritage site now serves as a vibrant library, while a new community garden blooms where community spirit thrives.

posted 35d ago

Business Recorder published an article by Dr Yasmeen Lari on how street forest can prevent encroachers from usurping urban spaces.

The dilapidated structure, located on Paria Street near Wazir Mansion and the historic Kharadar Chowk, was part of the Old Town Heritage Trail. The project involved designing a terracotta paved entry court, a terracotta pathway, and a zero carbon bamboo garden pavilion. However, the community felt helpless and encroached on the chowki. Despite a written undertaking, the qabza group did not remove the illegal basement structure and paid only partly for the restoration. The project was completed using the Foundation’s reserves and funds raised from well-wishers.
Dr Yasmeen Lari’s full article can be read at the following link:
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40308205/street-forests-can-prevent-encroachers-from-usurping-karachis-urban-spaces

posted 42d ago

Business Recorder published an article by Dr Yasmeen Lari on how to prevent heat island and urban flooding in Karachi.

Dr Yasmeen Lari designed and proposed a 13-segment trail from Denso Hall to Custom House, each segment named after prominent historic buildings. The trail aimed to decarbonize and green Karachi, mitigating climate change impact. However, state funding was limited, yet the project was initiated in January 2020 and first segment was completed in 2021. The project is aimed to restore Karachi’s unique heritage by converting a congested street into a pedestrian enclave. Dr Yasmeen Lari’s full article can be read at the following link:
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40307088/should-we-not-prevent-heat-islands-and-flooding-in-karachi

posted 50d ago

Discovering the Future: GIZ team visits Ram Nagar to see the Heritage Foundation model of climate resilient construction.

Discovering the Future: GIZ team visits Ram Nagar to see the Heritage Foundation model of climate resilient construction. They are planning to bring this resilient approach to flood-prone areas in Punjab.

posted 53d ago