EID_UL_FITR MUBARAK
“Enhancing Sustainability at RDF Kitchen Garden”
Mr. Rana Tariq, along with Brig Muhammad Aslam Khan (Retd.) President RDF visited the Kitchen Garden RDF Head Office to provide expert guidance on sustainable gardening practices. Their focus was on the techniques for forming raised beds, and they shared valuable insights with the garden caretaker on natural composting methods and strategies for maintaining a healthy and thriving kitchen garden at RDF.🪴🎍🍃🍂🌹
MOU with WORDS Pakistan CEO Dr. M. Hayyat Jamali
RDF President Brig (R) Muhammad Aslam Khan and WORDS Pakistan CEO Dr. M. Hayyat Jamali signed an MoU on March 20, 2025, to enhance collaboration for the sustainable development of rural communities.
🌍💧 World Water Day 2025 at RDF 💧🌍
🌍💧 World Water Day 2025 at RDF 💧🌍
On 21st March 2025, the Rural Development Foundation (RDF) hosted a powerful event in Islamabad, focusing on the urgent need to protect glaciers and ensure water security.
🎯 Theme: “Preserving Glaciers, Preserving Peace: Water Unites Us in Climate Action”
The event brought together experts, leaders, and advocates to: 🔹 Raise awareness on the impact of climate change on glaciers 🌡️ 🔹 Promote sustainable water management 💧 🔹 Advocate for transboundary water-sharing cooperation 🌍
Key Highlights: ✅ Powerful speeches from leading experts on water security and climate action. ✅ Panel discussions on policy and practical conservation measures. ✅ Call for collaboration on rainwater harvesting, irrigation, and afforestation.
RDF remains dedicated to driving action on climate-resilient water solutions and policy advocacy for a sustainable future. 🌱
#WorldWaterDay2025 #ClimateAction #WaterSecurity #SustainableDevelopment #RDF #PreservingGlaciers #WaterUnitesUs
Asia Water Council (AWC), board meeting
Attended 22nd Asia Water Council (AWC), board meeting and Technical Seminar held at Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 27 -28 Feb 2025.
It was a great and productive interaction with Ministers and water experts from Asia to find out solutions for water scarcity and climate change.
Meeting with Country Director of Human Appeal
Development Foundation (RDF) CEO Brig (R) Aslam Khan and Director of Projects Muhammad Ibraheem strategically met with Country Director of Human Appeal, Daud Saqlain, to explore future collaboration opportunities.
The discussion focused on poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, food security, and skill development for rural communities in Pakistan. By leveraging RDF’s grassroots experience and Human Appeal’s humanitarian expertise, this partnership aims to drive impactful and sustainable change.
@brig.aslam
@wasifbashir15#RDFPakistan#HumanAppeal#CollaborationForImpact#SustainableDevelopment#PovertyAlleviation#EducationForAll#CommunityEmpowerment
MOU Fatima Jinnah University
Partnership for a Sustainable Future!
On March11th, 2025
Professor Dr. Bushra Mirza (PoP, T.I.), VC of Fatima Jinnah Women University, and Brigadier (R) Muhammad Aslam Khan, President of the Rural Development Foundation, have joined hands to empower women, protect the environment, and manage water resources effectively. A step towards a greener, more inclusive future! #WomenEmpowerment #Sustainability #WaterConservation
Meetup With Zakat Foundation
A productive strategic meeting was held on March 10th, 2025, at the Zakat Foundation office, marking the beginning of a promising collaboration between the Rural Development Foundation (RDF) and the Zakat Foundation. Represented by Zakat Foundation’s CD Mr. Fazal Ur Rehaman and RDF’s CEO Brig (R) Aslam Khan, Director Projects Muhammad Ibraheem, and Senior Program Officer Wasif Basheer, the meeting focused on a shared commitment to empowering rural communities. Discussions centered on joint initiatives in poverty alleviation, sustainable development, and skill enhancement, aimed at creating meaningful and lasting change. This collaborative spirit reinforces our dedication to building a future where rural communities in Pakistan flourish
Mr. Waqar Rasheed, Country Director of PCR
A productive meeting was held at RDF Headquarters in Islamabad on February 26, 2025, with Mr. Waqar Rasheed, Country Director of PCR, to explore collaboration in education, skills development, and poverty eradication. Both teams outlined key action items, including a follow-up meeting, a collaborative program, and launching the DigiCake model project. Excitement for a strong partnership was evident throughout.