Education Interrupted: Children Out of School

A Dream Deferred

For children across Pakistan, the classroom is more than a place to learn — it’s a gateway to opportunity, dignity, and hope. But for millions of children, that gateway remains closed. Poverty, rising costs, and lack of resources force families to make impossible choices, and education is often the first sacrifice.

Recent reports show that in rural areas, entire communities of children are unable to attend school. Instead of carrying books and pencils, many are sent to work in fields, shops, or factories to help support their families. Their dreams of a brighter future are interrupted before they can even begin.

The Cost of Poverty on Education

When families struggle to meet basic needs like food and shelter, education becomes a luxury. Without money for school fees, uniforms, or supplies, children are often pulled out of classrooms. The results are devastating:

• Lost opportunities — children grow up without the skills to break the cycle of poverty.

• Widening inequality — rural and underprivileged communities fall further behind.

• Generational impact — when one child is denied an education, the effects ripple across families and communities.

Girls are especially vulnerable. Many are forced into early marriages when education is no longer an option. Others stay home to help with household work, missing the chance to learn and grow.

How Peace and Harmony Is Bridging the Gap

At Peace and Harmony International Corporation, we believe education is a right, not a privilege. With the support of our donors, we are working to make sure poverty doesn’t decide a child’s future.

Our programs focus on

• Scholarships and financial aid to cover tuition for children from low-income families.

• School supply distributions — books, uniforms, and essential materials that keep kids in the classroom.

• Safe learning environments where children, especially girls, can learn without fear.

• Community support programs that educate parents about the value of keeping children in school.

Every child deserves the chance to learn, dream, and build a future filled with hope.

Why Your Support Matters

Education isn’t just about reading and writing — it’s about giving children the tools to dream bigger and achieve more. When you invest in a child’s education, you’re not just helping them — you’re uplifting entire families and communities.

Your support helps us provide:

• School kits filled with notebooks, pens, and supplies.

• Scholarships that keep children enrolled and learning.

• Opportunities for girls to stay in school and avoid early marriage.

Be the Reason a Child Stays in School

No child should ever be forced to trade their classroom for child labor or face a future of limited opportunity. Together, we can ensure children across Pakistan have the chance to learn, grow, and succeed.

Donate today to keep education within reach and help children turn their dreams into reality.