Train a widow in Pakistan to sew and give her a manual sewing machine of her own, all for £250. She can then earn from home straight away and support her children with dignity, instead of relying on short-term relief.
Our aim is to train each widow and provide one manual sewing machine at a cost of £250 per person. This gives her a practical way to earn from home and support her family with dignity.
The economic situation remains difficult. Jobs are limited and wages often fail to cover basic living costs. Through this programme, we focus on long-term income generation rather than short-term relief.
Sewing is a skill that many women can learn and use within their local communities. During training, participants practise on electric sewing machines to build confidence and technical ability. After completing the course, each widow receives a manual sewing machine as start-up capital, allowing her to begin working immediately.
Most of the women supported are from female-headed households facing financial hardship.
We do not believe in simply distributing aid. We invest in sustainable solutions that help widows regain stability, independence, and hope for the future.
What is Sadaqah Jariyah?
Sadaqah Jariyah, often referred to as "continuous charity," is an act of giving that provides ongoing benefits to others and rewards to the donor. Unlike regular Sadaqah, which is a one-time act of charity, Sadaqah Jariyah continues to benefit others and generates spiritual rewards for the giver for as long as the charity continues to be of service. Examples of Sadaqah Jariyah include building a school, digging a well, planting a tree, or providing educational materials that people will use for years to come.