Changing Lives

Making Pakistan A Better Place For All

A journey towards a just, inclusive and equitable Pakistan; where every person is valued, every voice is heard, and every community has the opportunity to thrive.

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A journey towards a just, inclusive and equitable Pakistan; where every person is valued, every voice is heard, and every community has the opportunity to thrive.

“By faith I’m a Christian but my religion is humanity.” - Group Captain Cecil Chaudhry SJ, S Bt

The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation’s (CICF) ethos to “change lives” is a legacy of visionaries whose faith centered on humanity.

The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) is an initiative to carry forward the legacies of two exceptionally great human beings Group Captain Cecil Chaudhry and his wife Mrs. Iris Chaudhry;The CICF was established by their daughter Michelle Chaudhry to fulfill their commitment of “Changing lives”.

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CICF Programs

The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF)is a registered independent, non-government, non-profit organization, dedicated to the eradication of injustice in society by advocating on behalf of the under-privileged, under-represented and marginalized groups within Pakistan.

Inclusive Development and Economic Empowerment of Religious Minorities

The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) observed that religious minority communities lack information and knowledge about social safety nets, government plans, and development-oriented initiatives. Youth lack awareness of the rights framework guaranteed by the Constitution of Pakistan and the protection mechanisms available to ensure the rights and empowerment of religious minorities. Minority youth needs […]

Youth Empowerment Programs

The youth in any society plays an extremely significant role in the growth of a nation, as they are seen as the leaders of tomorrow. The CICF Youth Empowerment Workshops play a significant role in creating awareness and empowering young people by enabling them to effectively contribute towards building a tolerant Pakistan. We at The […]

Youhanabad Education Center

Educating the Marginalized Child - “Changing Lives” Through Education The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) strongly believes in the power of Education; and it is our conviction that academic empowerment is pivotal to counter exploitation and oppression; thus “Empowerment through Education” is one of the primary objectives of the Foundation; we believe that the […]

Women Empowerment Program

Skill Development Center Peshawar The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation’s (CICF) Skill Development Center was launched in Peshawaras a part of the foundation’s “Women Empowerment Program” - an initiative to empower the women victims, those who were not only widowed but also orphaned by the dreadful suicide bomb attacks carried out against the All Saints […]

Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) Workshops

As a part of The CICF’s ongoing initiative to empower and mainstream the Pakistani youth belonging to religious minority communities The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) from time to time organizes FoRB (Freedom of Religion or Belief) Peace-building and Advocacy Workshops for peace activists. The workshops aim at empowering and encouraging representatives, especially the […]

Emergency Response Programs

Rehabilitation & Relief Programs Across Pakistan:- Whenever Pakistan/Pakistanis have faced challenging situations we at The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) with the support of our friends have been able to reach out and assist wherever assistance is required. In their hour of great despair we were able to pool our resources to make our […]

Child Rights and Child Sexual Abuse Awarness Programs

The alarming rise in child sexual abuse in Pakistan has sent a wave of deep concern across the country. It is this concern that compelled at The Cecil & Iris Chaudhry Foundation (CICF) to initiate an awareness program within local communities. We reach out to parents and teachers from grass root levels through interactive seminars […]

Advocacy For The Rights of The Religious Minorities in Pakistan

Over the years The CICF has grown intoan outspoken voice for equality, religious tolerance, justice and protection of all religious minorities across Pakistan. We advocate for the rights and empowerment of religious minority communities on both local and international levels. The CICF alsoprovides legal aid, guaidance and assistance to victims of persecution, discriminatory laws and […]

Commemorating the Jaranwala Incident

Moving Beyond Rehabilitation - Toward Justice

Support For Shama Shahzad Children

Support for the children of Shama and Shehzad (Victims of Blasphemy Accusation) Shama and Shehzad, the ill-fated Christian couple from Kot Radha Kishan, District Kasur were brutally tortured and burnt to death in the furnace of a brick kiln by an angry mob over an alleged blasphemy accusation in November 2014; the incident did not […]

Promoting Equal Opportunities in Education For All in Pakistan

Promoting Equal Opportunities in Education for All in Pakistan It has been observed that in Pakistan’s 75 years of existence, education has, and continues to remain a low priority area, and over the years, we have witnessed the damaging impact this has had on our society and its progress, particularly with respect to the religious […]

Jaranwala Relief & Rehabilitation

On 16th August 2023 the Christian Community of Jaranwala was attacked in the most barbaric manner. Over 25 Churches and hundreds of homes were ransacked, looted and set ablaze leaving hundreds of families traumatized and shattered. They did not only lose everything they possessed, but hope, trust and dreams were destroyed forever. Souls scarred for […]

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A journey towards a just, inclusive and equitable Pakistan; where every person is valued, every voice is heard, and every community has the opportunity to thrive.

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