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Revival of Women's Livelihood in Swat

Revival of Women's Livelihood in Swat

'Swat, once a verdant land of peace ad promise, has been shaken entirely by militancy and strife in the last few years. The launching of military operations in 2009 forced a huge exodus into relief camps that were set up in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 

The association with Swat communities of the Heritage Foundation's volunteer wing; the Karavan Volunteers, began when we set up camp for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at Shaikh Shahzad Camp in Mardan. Working mainly with women and children, the project began with the distribution of food and non food items that had been collected through the generosity of friends and well wishers. In cooperation with the camp authorities, led by Mr Mudassir Malik, community kitchens were constructed providing a cool haven in the intense heat of Mardan. The Speedy construction was based on the use of sustainable materials, such as bambo, mud, lime and matting, that provided eminently suitable accomodation. 

In addition, a large tent was set up as an assembly venue for women where activities such as sewing for livelihoods, literacy classes and instructions on hygeine practices were carried out. In another large tent daily classes were held for children to encourage sports and crafts activities.'

Published by: Heritage Foundation 

Price: Rs. 250

DRR Compliant Sustainable Construction- Build Back Safer With Vernacular Methodologies

DRR Compliant Sustainable Construction- Build Back Safer With Vernacular Methodologies

DRR Driven Post Flood Rehabilitation in Sindh

'The enormity of the disaster in the aftermath of the 2011 floods requires innovative solutions for providing shelter to a vast majority at an accelerated pace.'

Published by: Heritage Foundation and IOM 

Price: Rs 500

National Register: Historic Places of Pakistan; Siran Valley: After the Great Earthquake 2005

National Register: Historic Places of Pakistan; Siran Valley: After the Great Earthquake 2005

'As the disastrous 7.6 Richter Scale earthquake occurred on 8 October 2005 in Northern Pakistan, resulting in unprecedented destruction and enormous loss of life, it galvanised the whole nation as one. Every Pakistani was determined to help in whatever way she or he could. For us as an heritage organization the difficult task was to determine how we could be of help to those affected by the colossal disaster. We are meither doctors nor aid workers who could provide immediate succour to the suffering humanity. But as we visited the area and pondered, it became clear that there was a role for us in providing assistance in this enormous disaster.'

Published by: The Heritage Foundation, Lari Research Center

Price: Rs 500