ZFA and SCI Sign MoU to Expand Support for Vulnerable Communities Across Pakistan
On January 30, 2026, Social Cooperation Initiative (SCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zakat Foundation of America in Islamabad to expand support for women, children, and marginalized communities across Pakistan. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing relief, education, health, and essential social services through transparent, accountable, and community-centered action.
Ministry of Human Rights Acknowledges SCI’s and ZFA's SUPPORT TO SURVIVOR FAMLIES
The Ministry of Human Rights Pakistan acknowledged Social Cooperation Initiative’s contribution in supporting vulnerable families and children through the Winter Relief Package, implemented in collaboration with Zakat Foundation of America at the Family Protection and Rehabilitation Center, H-8, Islamabad. This recognition reflects the strong role of civil society organizations in assisting vulnerable survivors and strengthening community-based protection and care systems.
Exploring Collaboration for Sustainable Impact
The CEO of Social Cooperation Initiative along with team met with Salihah Tuna, Country Coordinator of TİKA Pakistan, to discuss collaboration opportunities for marginalized communities. With 800+ projects across Pakistan, TİKA reflects Türkiye’s strong partnership with Pakistan. Both organizations look forward to advancing sustainable development together.
Accelerating Girls’ Education in Tharparkar
In Tharparkar, Social Cooperation Initiative established four Community-Based Accelerated Learning Centers, enrolling 100 out-of-school girls in safe, community-supported spaces. These centers accelerate literacy and numeracy while engaging families and local leaders to challenge early marriage norms and strengthen support for girls’ education.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
CEO SCI Sajjad Hussain Malik’s Thoughts on GTV Media Coverage at the 28th Sustainable Development Conference #SDC2025 and Sustainability Investment Expo (SIE)
STRENGTHENING U.S.–PAKISTAN EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
Sajjad Hussain Malik, CEO of SCI, attended the inauguration of the newly established United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) building in Islamabad, marking 75 years of U.S.–Pakistan academic exchange and educational cooperation. The event brought together senior U.S. Embassy and USEFP leadership to reaffirm shared commitments to expanding scholarship opportunities, strengthening student mobility, and advancing people-to-people and academic linkages between the two countries.
UNFPA WORKIGN GROUP MEETING
Social Cooperation Initiative (SCI) attended the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Pakistan Quarterly SRH Working Group Meeting in Islamabad, alongside sector partners and the Ministry of National Health.
SCI JOINS UN-LED DIALOGUE ON ENDING DIGITAL VIOLENCE
Social Cooperation Initiative (SCI) contributed in an inter-agency workshop organized by UNFPA, UNHCR, and IOM during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Focused on the theme “End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls,” the workshop strengthened coordination and reaffirmed collective commitment to GBV prevention and response.
SCI ENGAGES TÜRKIYE’S AMBASSADOR ON EDUCATION AND YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
It is an honor for Social Cooperation Initiative (SCI) to engage with H.E. Ambassador Irfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan, during the Prime Minister’s Youth Program event last week. The discussion highlighted shared priorities on girls’ education and youth empowerment and reaffirmed the importance of Pakistan–Türkiye collaboration for inclusive education and sustainable community development.
Strengthening Data and Policy Dialogue at DataFest 2025
Sajjad Hussain Malik, CEO Social Cooperation Initiative, had the privilege of meeting Dr. Naeem-Uz-Zafar, Chief Statistician at the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), at DataFest 2025 held at the Pak-China Friendship Center. It was an honor for him to reconnect with Dr. Naeem-Uz-Zafar after several years, having previously worked under his leadership during his tenure at the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives.
MEETING WITH CONVENER OF THE PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS ON CHILD RIGHTS (PCCR)
Sajjad Hussain Malik, CEO of Social Cooperation Initiative, had the privilege to meet Dr. Nikhat Shakeel, Convener of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights (PCCR).The meeting brought together key officials from the National Assembly and PCCR to advance collaboration on child protection, safeguarding, and juvenile justice.
SCI ENGAGEMENT ON DISASTER RISK AND CLIMATE ACTION WITH NDMA
SCI is pleased to share that CEO Sajjad Hussain Malik had the privilege of meeting Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik, Chairman NDMA, and Ms. Rubina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, during a visit to the National Disaster Management Authority last week. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to discuss key areas of collaboration in promoting inclusive disaster response mechanisms.