[1][2] Founded in 2001 by Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib, who serves as the executive director, Akhuwat operates its head office in Lahore and has expanded to over 1,500 cities in Pakistan.
To address the multifaceted issue of poverty, Akhuwat has expanded its efforts to include education, healthcare, clothing for the underprivileged and support for the transgender community.
The founder of the organization, Dr. Amjad Saqib, chose this name to reflect the values of solidarity, compassion, and community that are the heart of the foundation's mission.
Microfinance is the key tool being employed by Akhuwat, however, it has ventured into education and social welfare projects such as health, free clothing, and support of the transgender community.
Akhuwat's relief efforts take place in all provinces of Pakistan which include the disbursement of interest-free loans, the provision of rations, and clothing items.
[33] Through this fund, Akhuwat provided interest-free loans, financial grants, free medical care, and distributed meals and ration bags to those most affected by the pandemic.