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How MIRKANS was born


The Beginning of a Movement

MIRKANS Foundation was born from the vision of a few compassionate individuals—professionals from diverse backgrounds who shared a deep concern for the growing vulnerability of children affected by poverty, abandonment, and societal neglect in Pakistan.

It all began with a simple, yet powerful idea:

“What if we could give orphaned and underprivileged children not just a shelter—but a life filled with love, dignity, and opportunity?”

Initially, the goal was to establish a well-managed, upscale orphanage that provided a safe and nurturing environment. But as the team explored the deeper needs of children, this idea evolved into something much bigger.

From Shelter to Holistic Support

With time and insight, the team realized that a child’s needs go beyond physical safety. They need education, healthcare, emotional healing, skills, and a strong sense of self-worth. Thus, MIRKANS transformed from a shelter concept into a comprehensive, rights-based child empowerment foundation.

Rather than just offering aid, MIRKANS focuses on transformation—empowering children to grow into educated, emotionally resilient, and self-reliant individuals who can positively shape their futures and communities.


Mission

To uplift and empower orphaned and underprivileged children by providing integrated services in education, healthcare, child protection, and emotional resilience—building a self-reliant and compassionate future generation.

Vision

A just and inclusive world where every child flourishes with dignity, regardless of their origin or life circumstance.

Our Approach

MIRKANS applies a child-first, trauma-informed, and community-driven model that supports each stage of a child’s growth—from early childhood through youth development.

Core Values

The Mirkans Way 

  • Leading with compassion

– Equal opportunities for all

  • Empowering through adversity

Transforming lives through education

  • – Defending child rights
  • Supporting emotional development
  • Ensuring long-term, scalable impact
MIRKANS Foundation is actively enaged in multiple themratic areas


1. Child Protection and Rights

Safe, abuse-free environments promoted through legal advocacy, family engagement, and public awareness.


2. Education and Lifelong Learning

Formal schooling, after-school tutoring, creative thinking, and life skills that break the cycle of poverty.


3. Healthcaree & Nutrition

Preventive health services, nutritious meals, mental health care, and psychosocial support.


4. Emergency Relief

Rapid responses of crises including food, shelter, trauma counseling, and basic needs.


5. Women's Empowerment

Skills training, financial literacy, and income-generation support for mothers and female caregivers.


6. Youth Development

Vocational training, digital literacy, mentorship, and entrepreneurship support for teens and young adults.


7.  Climate Resilience

Environmental awareness, disaster preparedness, and community climate programs.