About us
About iFeel Foundation
The International Foundation for Education, Empowerment and Learning (iFeel) is a registered non-profit organization certified by Pakistan Centre of Philanthropy with tax exempt status under section 2(36)(c) from the Federal Board of Revenue and has been serving the under-served since 2007 on absolutely free-of-charge basis, through its health, education, food and financial assistance initiatives.
Through its network of 17 community schools in Rawalpindi-Islamabad and several health initiatives including medical camps, has to-date benefited thousands of needy people by providing them free-of-charge quality health care including free medicines; and education including books, stationery and lunch.
iFeel is now establishing Rawalpindi-Islamabad’s first ever 100% FREE Tertiary Hospital in Islamabad along with 10 primary health care facilities across the twin cities.
Our Vision
A caring society striving towards high moral values, strong faith, knowledge, awarenessand well-being.
Our Mission & Goals
Pursue excellence in education and healthcare services for the under-served, free-of-charge, for the sole purpose of pleasing Allah SwT.
Establish empathy based, free-of-charge Centers of Excellence, in the Education and Healthcare sectors
Serve people as a non-profit organization under the Islamic Waqf model through Zakat, Sadaqat and donations.
Adhere to ethical best practices in all aspects of its operations, in accordance with Shariah and laws of the land.
Provide resources and an environment conducive for the spiritual and professional development and growth of all employees.
Our Values
Faith
Absolute belief that all means are from Allah.
Dignity & Compassion
Value every life as a gift from Allah and treat everyone with empathy and respect.
Integrity
Honesty, fairness and self-scrutiny in all actions to ensure safety, confidentiality and privacy.
Teamwork & Commitment
Work together with trust, openness, and dedication to achieve excellence.
Respect
Show courtesy and consideration to all stakeholders.
Justice & Equity
Uphold fairness and impartiality in all actions and decisions.
Diversity & Inclusion
Provide equal opportunities and promote gender equality for all.
Ethics & Transparency
Maintain zero tolerance for malpractice and comply with all laws.
Learning & Innovation
Encourage research, creativity, and leadership through continuous improvement.
Our Journey
18 Years of Serving Pakistan
through free-of-charge education and health services now embarking towards our goal of establishing Rawalpindi-Islamabad’s first ever 100% Hospital
At iFeel, we believe that access to free education and health care is the key to ending poverty and injustice. We started in 2007 with a simple goal of providing basic education to children who were not going to school and spent their time in streets and garbage heaps. And today, we have grown in to a network of schools across the twin cities of Rawalpindi-Islamabad and in addition to free education, are serving the nation through our several health care related programs involving medical camps, sponsored medical procedures / surgeries in addition to vocational training, orphan support and food ration programs.
Our success is a result of the dedication of our generous Donors, mission-driven personnel and passionate volunteers who feel a sense of belonging and achievement by being a part of our mission. We have seen the lives of our students transformed, with fathers who were earlier against girls’ education now eagerly sending their daughters to school. And people living in slums who were earlier not in favor of their children’s schooling having now become ambassadors of education for their families.
We believe that education is not just about reading, writing, and comprehension but about opening up a whole world of knowledge and learning. And to ensure that our students receive the best quality education, we offer regular evaluation of their skills along with constant training and guidance to our teachers. Our vision is to achieve 100% literacy in Islamabad and replicate our system across Pakistan. We are planning to construct a building to set up an institute offering teachers training and technical education, creating educational entrepreneurs who are capable of setting up schools with minimum possible resources.
Similarly, iFeel’s health care initiatives involving medical camps and sponsored medical procedures / surgeries have now matured to the level where we have embarked on the ambitious goal of establishing Rawalpindi-Islamabad’s first-ever 100% free Hospital.
At iFeel, we believe that the future is equal, and education and health care is the key to achieving this. Join us today and let’s build a more equal future — Together.
Our Quality
Excellence-driven quality services is at the heart of everything that iFeel does. Whether in Education or Health, we have continuously strived to deliver the best possible quality of service to our beneficiaries.
In Education, we focus on and invest in our teachers’ training, professional development and grooming (tarbiyah) which enables them to not only deliver high quality education but at the same time do so with empathy and compassion. Our teachers have gone through various teaching programs including, but not limited to, JICA’s Accelerated Learning Program (ALP), EMS’ Advance Teachers’ Training Program, Leadership Training by AFAQ and Early Childhood & Formation of Neural Networks by Inner Space Projects.
Similarly, in Health, iFeel continues to partner and collaborate with the some of the best health care service providers and pharmaceutical companies for its medical camps and sponsored medical procedures. For the 250 bedded Tertiary Hospital project also, iFeel is utilizing the services of some of the top medical facilities planning consultants and seeking guidance from the largest private-sector health care services network in Pakistan, to ensure that the iFeel Hospital Islamabad is designed keeping in view patient’s convenience, processes efficiency and delivery of quality services.
Core Leadership
Chief Executive Officer
Mahrin Iqbal
A seasoned professional with over 20 years of serving in various capacities in the education and NPO sector. She had done her Bachelors from FAST National University and Masters in IT from National University of Science and Technology. Mahrin has served as an educationist and in strategic management positions in some of the recognized education and philanthropic organization of Pakistan where she led strategy development and organizational development, setting up various departments and initiating large scale educational, community outreach and welfare projects.
She is a regular speaker at some of the top educational institutions of the country and has been mentoring the youth is over two decades. She initiated community education at one of the leading educational institutions of Pakistan, focusing on out-of-school children in slum areas and led the development of community education arm of the organization. She serves iFeel as the founding CEO and has played a catalyst role in expanding iFeel from a vision into a network of community schools across the twin-cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
Director Human Resource
Saima Sayyed
An experienced academician with a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Quaid-e-Azam University and MS in Management Sciences from SZABIST. She has served as a visiting lecturer at University level and has a diverse experience of working in industry in senior positions. She is an active member of the Islamabad’s philanthropic community, serving in honorary capacities in multiple charitable organizations.
She serves iFeel as Director Human Resource in honorary capacity and also as acting CEO when required.
Director Strategy & Fund-raising
Ahson Tariq
Has over 20 years of C-level experience as a Development Professional, Trainer and a Career Mentor. He has been associated with two of the largest healthcare delivery systems of Pakistan since 2011. Prior to that his experience includes senior management roles in Automobile Sector and Consulting. Ahson specialises in Strategy, Transformation & Restructuring, Lean Management, Performance Optimisation, Resource Development and Marketing. He is a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan and serves iFeel as Executive Director – Strategy and Fund Raising.
Governing Body
Dr. Tayyaba Siddiqui – Chairperson
a seasoned academician and holds a Ph.D. degree in Organic Chemistry. She has dedicated over 35 years in serving the Government of Pakistan as an educationist. Prior to her retirement in February 2010, she held the position of principal at the Federal Government College for Women F-7/2 and G-10/4 Islamabad.
Engr. Zaki Bakhteyar Husain
graduated as an Electrical Engineer from UET, Lahore, and has worked with prominent companies in the oil and gas sector, such as Schlumberger and Saudi Aramco. Now retired, he engages in various philanthropic activities and serves as the honorary Board Secretary of the governing body of iFeel.
Shama Sikandar
holds a master's degree in History and Educational Planning and Management. With a background as a teacher and later as vice principal at a private college, she is now retired, lending her expertise to iFeel as Academic Coordinator and a member of the governing board.
Rasheed Abid
is a graduate with experience in finance and management. Currently retired, he is actively involved in teaching and various social welfare initiatives in Islamabad. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Islamabad Social Welfare Association (ISWA).
Tafzeela Naz
holds a Master's degree and has been a housewife throughout her life. Residing in Islamabad, she is now a full-time volunteer at iFeel, where she serves as honorary treasurer.
Farzana Zaidi
holds a Bachelor of Science degree. She embarked on a teaching career with the Federal Directorate of Education, Islamabad. In her career, she progressed to serve as principal in various schools under the Federal Directrate of Education. Following her retirement, she now contributes her skills to iFeel in coordinating with the Federal Directorate of Education.
Muneera Javed
is a committed social and political worker focused on community betterment. She serves iFeel as its vice-chairperson.
Board of Sub-Committees
The ensure strong governance, the iFeel’s Governing Body is assisted by the following sub-Committees:
- Audit & Finance Committee
- Fund-Raising Committee
- Human Resource & Remuneration Committee
- Academics Committee
- Health Project Committee