Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam, an act of worship that purifies your wealth and brings blessings to your life. For Muslims in the UK and across the world, zakat is more than just a financial obligation, it is a way of uplifting widows, orphans, and vulnerable families in places like Kashmir…
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A Sacred Pause in the Year Every year, Muslims across the world eagerly await the arrival of Rajab, the seventh month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Rajab is not just another date on the calendar. It is one of the four sacred months ordained by Allah (SWT), a time in which good deeds are multiplied,…
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The Sacred Month of Rajab (1447) Rajab is the seventh month of the Islamic lunar calendar and one of the four sacred months ordained by Allah (SWT). In 1447 AH, Rajab is expected to begin around 21st December 2025 and end 19th January 2026, depending on the sighting of the new moon. It is a…
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Beauty Under Threat Azad Kashmir, nestled in the mighty Himalayas, is often described as paradise on earth. Its glaciers feed rivers, its mountains guard ancient valleys, and its people live with resilience and faith. But beneath this breathtaking beauty lies a growing danger. The twin threats of climate change and earthquakes are reshaping daily life…
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The Struggle and the Spark of Hope Azad Kashmir is a land of breathtaking valleys and proud traditions. Yet, behind the beauty lies a reality of economic hardship. Many families live day to day, struggling to put food on the table. Widows, orphans, and young men face unemployment rates that keep them trapped in poverty.…
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From Deforestation to Determination Azad Kashmir’s emerald valleys once echoed with birdsong and the rustle of pine forests.Today, many of those slopes lie bare, stripped by years of unchecked logging, landslides, and the impact of climate change. For families who depend on the land, the loss is more than ecological — it’s personal. In Neelum…
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Azad Kashmir, a land of stunning beauty, is also a region marked by struggle. Beneath the mountains and valleys lie stories of poverty, hunger, and deprivation. For many families, a daily meal is not guaranteed, and clean water is often miles away. But with the help of compassionate donors from the UK, the Kashmir Welfare…
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At the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, we believe that even the smallest act of kindness can create ripples of change. For families in Azad Kashmir, your support is not just a donation. It is survival, dignity, and hope for the future. Every pound from our UK donors carries more than financial value. It carries love, faith,…
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Why Stories Matter in Kashmir When we talk about poverty in Azad Kashmir, the numbers are staggering. Thousands of Invisible children miss out on school, families are uprooted by natural disasters, and widows and single mothers struggle to survive. But behind every statistic is a face, a name, and a story. These stories remind us…
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When you donate, you are not simply giving money. You are giving hope, dignity, and the chance for a brighter tomorrow. For the people of Azad Kashmir, where poverty, conflict, and natural disasters have left countless families vulnerable, your generosity is nothing short of life-changing. Through the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, every pound you give is…
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