Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has pledged $230,000 to support children affected by the recent floods in Pakistan, with a focus on restoring education in disaster-hit regions.
In a video message, Malala said the funds would provide children with vital resources such as books, uniforms, and school supplies to help them return to classrooms. She underscored the importance of prioritizing education even amid widespread destruction.
The largest share, a $200,000 grant, will go to the Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), an organization dedicated to advancing learning opportunities across Pakistan. An additional $30,000 has been allocated to the Mountain Institute for Education and Development (MIED), which works to promote education in underserved communities.
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Malala said that the recent floods had not only destroyed homes and infrastructure but also wiped out schools, leaving thousands of children without access to learning facilities. She stressed that education recovery should be central to relief efforts, ensuring that children, particularly girls, do not fall behind due to the disaster.
The Malala Fund also issued a statement, highlighting that the grants aim to rebuild hope by putting children back into classrooms with the tools they need. The Fund added that education must remain a cornerstone of long-term recovery for Pakistan.
Expressing solidarity with those affected, Malala extended condolences to families who have lost homes and livelihoods. She said her heart remains with the people of Pakistan and urged collective action to rebuild not just infrastructure but also opportunities for the country’s next generation.