Akhuwat

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Confucius.
Throughout the ages the sagacious have promoted a culture of generosity and philanthropy which nurtures and fosters the human spirit. As Pakistanis were are witness to the extreme economic disparity within our country; millions survive in abject poverty. The poor are indeed too poor to be able to help themselves.
Akhuwat was founded on the principles of humanity and generosity. The aim of the organization, from the start, was to help alleviate the suffering of the poor – our poor. Poverty is a disease that has permeated all corners of our land. In order to help the impoverished break this vicious cycle of poverty, Akhuwat disperses interest free loans in order to help people get ahead in life.
Akhuwat propagates that the needy need not remain forever “needy”. If given an opportunity they can live a financially stable life. What this organization does is truly worthy of admiration. Not only do they dispense interest free loans, they do so very willingly and reach out to the destitute through community centres such as churches and mosques. Furthermore they ensure a gender balance in their loan dispersals. What is even more astounding is the fact that they have an almost one hundred percent recovery rate, thus shattering the myth that only interest rates ensure repayments.
Akhuwat’s main aim is to reach out to as many poor people as it can. It would also like to promote a culture of micro finance which does not contradict, or offend our religion. When the first Muslims left their homes and embarked on a journey to a foreign city, they were not left to fend for themselves. They were not exposed to the elements without shelter, nor did they perish because of hunger of thirst. This is because the people of Medina welcomed them with open arms and helped them create homes. This is what Akhuwat is doing. It is working towards building a more humane society that does not turn the other cheek, but reaches out and helps those who need it.