Inspire Pakistan 2025
From November 7th – 16th, 2025 and January 24th – February 2nd, 2026, volunteers will engage with local communities in Islamabad, Pakistan, running educational and psychosocial support programs for vulnerable children, youth, and families, and taking part in local community service projects. This transformative journey will also provide participants with insight into the region’s culture, history, and challenges.
Highlights
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Fundraising Target → $3,500 CAD per volunteer
- Registration Fee → $475 CAD non-refundable registration fee is required once accepted into the Inspire program
Main activities
Volunteers will have the opportunity to explore the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of Pakistan. Activities will include visits to key landmarks, historic sites, and areas of cultural significance in and around Islamabad, offering participants an authentic glimpse into the traditions, hospitality, and heritage of the region. From scenic views in the Margalla Hills to exploring local bazaars and heritage sites, participants will gain a deeper appreciation of Pakistan’s diverse cultural landscape.
Participants will connect with local communities by running an educational camp for orphans, providing psychosocial support, and engaging in community service projects, including rehabilitating schools and homes, and distributing essential supplies to help vulnerable groups in the area. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain firsthand understanding of Pakistan’s culture, history, and development challenges.
Volunteers will embark on a 10-day journey engaging with local communities in Pakistan. Activities include:
Packing and distributing food and hygiene kits to families in need
Running Educational Workshops for Youth
Providing psychosocial support programs
Participating in community service projects for local communities
Volunteers will also pack and distribute food items and hygiene boxes to refugee families and gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges faced by the refugee communities.
Furthermore, volunteers will have the opportunity to:
- Visit local Islamic Relief projects and interact with rights-holders to hear their stories.
- Participate in organized educational sightseeing activities, including visits to King Faisal Mosque, the National Museum, and other historical sites and landmarks.
Benefits of field study
The Inspire program aims to provide volunteers with a unique and eye-opening experience, where they immerse themselves in a completely different context than they are normally accustomed to. This program encompasses the “give and take” principle; it is an opportunity to give back to vulnerable communities overseas whilst learning and growing skills in an enriching environment.
After completing the program, letters of reference will be given out to participants upon request. Participants will also be encouraged to continue volunteering with Islamic Relief Canada following the trip to continue their humanitarian efforts.
Fundraising Process
All accepted applicants are required to raise a minimum of $3,500 CAD each. All the funds raised will go towards Islamic Relief projects in Pakistan. We will provide each volunteer with a fundraising session that includes tips on fundraising, engaging your network, etc. We will also set up an online fundraising page for each volunteer to raise funds for their project.
Donations will be allocated towards the Inspire program components and contribute to ongoing, long-term projects in the region. None of the donations will go towards the personal costs of the volunteers.
Accommodations & Costs
Islamic Relief Canada will cover your stay in Pakistan, including your accommodation, transportation within the country, food, and scheduled sightseeing activities. Please note that flights are NOT covered. Thus, the volunteer is responsible for purchasing their flights to and from Pakistan and mandatory health insurance.
Pre-Departure Training
Once accepted into the program, volunteers are required to complete a combination of mandatory virtual and online training sessions. There will be about 3-4 sessions in total, with an average duration of 2 hours each. The training will cover Fundraising, Team Building, Country Profile, Islamic Relief's History, Field Safety and Security, Activity Planning, Humanitarian Standards, and Passion Projects. The schedule will be released upon being accepted into the program. These training sessions are mandatory to attend.