Jafriya Disaster Management Cell Welfare Organization (JDC), commonly referred to as JDC Foundation Pakistan, is a welfare and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to serving humanity. Established in 2009 by Syed Zafar Abbas Jafri and a group of like-minded students, the organization is headquartered in Karachi. JDC is driven by its mission to provide emergency services, healthcare, education, and other essential support to those in need across Pakistan.
Over the years, JDC has become synonymous with compassion and service, responding to emergencies and disasters with swift action. The organization operates an extensive ambulance network, manages healthcare initiatives, and conducts relief efforts during crises such as floods and heatwaves.
JDC’s innovative “Wall of Kindness” and “Market of Kindness” initiatives have inspired similar efforts globally, promoting a culture of giving and social responsibility.
Core Focus Areas:
- Emergency Services: Operates a nationwide ambulance network to assist in disaster relief and medical emergencies.
- Healthcare: Provides free medical camps and healthcare services, often in collaboration with organizations like the Pakistan Red Crescent Society.
- Education: Facilitates educational initiatives for underprivileged communities.
- Social Welfare: Introduced initiatives like Wall of Kindness and burial support programs.
- Flood Relief: Conducted large-scale campaigns during the 2022 floods in Sindh, Balochistan, and KPK.
Achievements:
- Introduced “Wall of Kindness,” a concept adopted worldwide.
- Established temporary cold storage for deceased individuals during the 2015 Karachi heatwave.
- Provided safety equipment to Karachi University, including walk-through gates and metal detectors.
Key People:
- Founder: Syed Zafar Abbas Jafri
- Co-founder: Sibt-e-Jaafar Zaidi (active until his assassination in 2013)
Operational Methods:
JDC relies on donations and grants to sustain its wide-ranging welfare activities. Despite facing challenges such as targeted attacks on its members, the organization remains steadfast in its commitment to humanitarian work.
Legacy:
JDC Foundation Pakistan continues to be a beacon of hope for millions, carrying forward its mission to serve humanity with dignity and compassion.
