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A nonprofit platform empowering, uniting and protecting the British Pakistani community across the UK 🇵🇰🇬🇧
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📖Our Urdu Classes are back this January! Registrations are NOW OPEN! It has been such a joy watching our students learn, grow in confidence and connect through Urdu! We cannot wait to welcome our next cohort 💚 What to expect: • 12 weeks of interactive online learning • Build confidence in everyday Urdu conversations • Beginner and Lower Intermediate levels • Small, supportive classes for children aged 7+ and adults • Reconnect with your language, culture and heritage 📅 Starting January 2027 🔗 Register now through the link in our bio! by @bpf.uk
📢 Applications are now open for the BPF x Patchwork Leadership Programme! We are excited to partner with Patchwork Foundation to offer young British Pakistanis an opportunity to explore politics, public life and leadership. Through expert-led masterclasses, participants will gain valuable insights from Members of Parliament, business leaders, civil servants and campaigners, while building professional networks and developing the confidence to make their voices heard. No previous connections or experience in politics are needed. Just curiosity, ambition and a willingness to learn! 📅 Application deadline: 31 December 2026 🔗 Apply through the link in our bio and select Applying via BPF on your application. by @bpf.uk
🚀 Looking for guidance to take the next step in your career? The BPF Aspire Mentorship Programme, in partnership with One Million Mentors, connects young British Pakistanis aged 18–25 with experienced professionals for one-to-one mentoring. From career advice and networking to building confidence and developing new skills, this is an opportunity to learn, grow and plan your next steps with support from a mentor. ✨ Register your interest now via the link in our bio by @bpf.uk
Meet our BPF Ambassadors! Across the UK, our City Ambassadors play an important role in bringing communities together, building connections and championing British Pakistani voices. From London to Leicester and Manchester, they’re helping us strengthen our regional reach and create more opportunities for our communities. Swipe to meet them! 👉 📍 Meet our Manchester City Ambassador, Sophina Rafique! A solicitor and legal educator, Sophina brings extensive experience in law, teaching and leadership, alongside a strong commitment to social justice, diversity and inclusion. We’re excited to have her championing our community in Manchester! 🐝 📍 Meet our Leicester City Ambassador, Sohail Yaqub! Working across humanitarian action, community development and digital innovation, Sohail brings people and organisations together to create meaningful change. Through his work with One World Relief, he is passionate about creating opportunities and making a lasting difference in communities. We’re delighted to have him representing BPF in Leicester🪄 📍 Meet our London City Ambassador, Adil Mukhtar! An entrepreneur and business strategist, Adil brings experience spanning international trade, public relations and business development. With a passion for supporting emerging talent and connecting communities, he brings valuable insight to BPF’s work across London✨ by @bpf.uk
Meet the people behind BPF! 🇵🇰✨ Behind the British Pakistan Foundation is a dedicated Board of Trustees who bring together a wealth of experience across business, law, finance, healthcare and philanthropy. From leading global organisations to championing social impact, our trustees bring their expertise, perspectives and experience to help guide our work and support the British Pakistani community. 🫂 Meet Faria Ali, Chair of BPF. ⭐️ An accomplished corporate lawyer at Herbert Smith Freehills, Faria specialises in mergers and acquisitions, bringing extensive experience in corporate law, governance and international transactions. Beyond her legal career, Faria is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. She chairs the firm’s Multiculturalism Network and has previously worked with the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan and the United Nations Development Programme. Faria also holds leadership positions across the charitable sector, including Chair of Corporate Citizens and Vice Chair of Muslim Aid. As Chair of BPF, she brings a wealth of experience, leadership and a shared commitment to championing and empowering the British Pakistani community. We are incredibly proud to have her leading our Board.💚 Meet Asif Rangoonwala, Founder and Trustee of BPF.🌟 A successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, Asif has built an impressive career spanning business, property and sport, alongside his longstanding commitment to charitable causes. As CEO of South Street Asset Management and Chairman of the World Memon Foundation, he brings extensive experience in business leadership and philanthropy. As one of the founding figures behind the British Pakistan Foundation, Asif has played an instrumental role in establishing the organisation and shaping its vision to support and champion the British Pakistani community. His vision and dedication continue to be an important part of the BPF story. 🧬 Meet Marium Qaiser, BPF Trustee. 💫 With over 17 years of experience in life sciences and global health, Mariam has dedicated her career to advancing healthcare, research and innovation around the world. As Managing Director of Mpirical Health, she works with go by @bpf.uk
Meet the people behind our committees! There is a lot that goes into the work we do at the British Pakistan Foundation, and our committee leaders play an important part in bringing it all together. From shaping our strategy and strengthening our communications to developing programmes and creating memorable events, each brings something different to the table. ✨ Swipe through to get to know some of the brilliant people helping shape BPF! 💬 Meet Sania Sufi, who leads our Communications Committee! As Chief Executive of The Citizens Foundation (UK), Sania is passionate about expanding access to education and creating meaningful social impact. With a background in financial advisory and philanthropy, she brings valuable experience in connecting people and championing important causes. ✨ We are so grateful for the guidance and experience she brings to the BPF team ⭐️Introducing Freha Arshad, who leads our Strategy Committee! A Managing Director at Accenture and a leading voice in cybersecurity, Freha is also a passionate advocate for women in technology. 🏆 Named in Management Today’s 35 Under 35, Freha brings an impressive track record of leadership and innovation to BPF. 🌱 Meet Farina Kokab, who leads our Programmes Committee! With a PhD in Applied Health Research, Farina is passionate about addressing healthcare inequalities, particularly those affecting women. 💚 Her dedication to research, advocacy and creating positive change brings an important perspective to the development of our programmes at BPF 🎨 Behind our Events Committee is Samar F. Zia! An artist, curator and educator, Samar has worked across the arts and cultural sector, including with institutions such as the British Museum. ✨ From exhibitions to creative workshops, her love for bringing people together through art and culture makes her a fantastic person to help with our events! by @bpf.uk
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn’t always. Across the UK, British Pakistanis are achieving remarkable things in business, education, the arts, public service and beyond. Yet inequalities continue to affect access to education, employment and positions of influence. These challenges are why BPF exists. ❤️ We believe that talent and ambition should be recognised regardless of background, and that tackling longstanding barriers requires sustained action. Because potential should never be limited by circumstance. There is no single British Pakistani experience. Our community is made up of people with different stories, ambitions, perspectives and experiences. Students and entrepreneurs. Artists and professionals. Parents, community leaders and young people finding their way. We want every part of our community to feel seen and heard, particularly those whose experiences and perspectives are too often overlooked. Because the British Pakistani story isn’t one story. It’s millions of them. Wondering what you can get involved in at BPF? There’s more to us than you might think. From leadership and mentorship to skills and professional development, we create opportunities to learn, grow and build meaningful connections. ✨ Through community representation and advocacy, we work to amplify British Pakistani voices, champion opportunities and support our community. We also celebrate arts, culture and heritage, creating spaces to connect, explore creativity and stay connected to our roots. 🇵🇰 Whether you’re looking to develop your career, find your community or explore your cultural identity, there’s something for you at BPF. Discover more through the link in our bio. 🔗 by @bpf.uk
What does our vision look like? A Britain where British Pakistani talent is recognised, leadership reflects the diversity of our society, and future generations can pursue their ambitions without unnecessary barriers. We believe that the success of British Pakistanis and the success of Britain go hand in hand. 🇬🇧🇵🇰 For us, prosperity goes beyond individual achievement. It means progress across generations, greater influence in public life and a society that recognises the value of British Pakistani contributions. That’s the future we want to help build.💪🏼 Our mission is about turning ambition into action. At BPF, we work across leadership, economic inclusion, community voice and unity to make a meaningful difference. From mentoring and professional development to creative programmes and cultural partnerships, we create spaces for people to develop their skills, share their perspectives and take their next steps. 📈 We also work with organisations and individuals who share our commitment to addressing inequality and improving outcomes for British Pakistanis. 🤝 It’s about making progress that lasts! Empower - Giving people the knowledge, skills and support to pursue their ambitions. Unite - Bringing together different generations, experiences and perspectives through shared purpose. Protect - Championing the interests of British Pakistanis and making guidance and support more accessible. These principles guide the work we do, the partnerships we build and the way we engage with the people we serve.⭐️ by @bpf.uk
If you are new here, welcome to BPF! At the British Pakistan Foundation, we believe in creating opportunities for British Pakistanis to flourish and have their voices heard. Our work is about bringing the community together, championing British Pakistani talent and making opportunities more accessible.🧬 From mentoring and career development to skills building, cultural initiatives and community events, there is plenty to get involved in.🌿 Our community spans generations, cities, professions and experiences, and we are proud to represent that diversity. Whether you have been following us for years or have only just discovered BPF, there is a place for you here. Come along on this journey with us and be part of the BPF Family.🏡 by @bpf.uk
Applications are now open for the BPF Music Industry Mentorship Programme 🎶 This programme is for people aged 18+ from South Asian backgrounds who are based in the UK and interested in building a career on the business side of the music industry. Selected mentees will receive 1:1 guidance from experienced music industry professionals, including mentors from Warner Music Group, and gain insight into areas such as marketing, digital strategy, catalogue, legal, publishing, live and more. No formal music industry experience is required. Just curiosity, commitment and potential to your application. Application Deadline: 11:59pm on 21 October 2026. Apply now via the link in bio ⬆️ by @bpf.uk
BPF Urdu Calligraphy Intro Workshop with @studionay An introduction to Urdu Nastaliq 🖋️ Join BPF and Calligraphy & Lettering Artist Nayab Ahmed for an evening exploring the history and alphabet of Urdu Nastaliq script. For many, Nastaliq is instantly recognisable as the elegant, flowing script of Urdu - seen across poetry, literature, handwritten letters, newspapers and everyday visual culture. Its distinctive diagonal movement and suspended forms give Urdu its wonderfully expressive character. In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, Nayab will introduce you to the visual language of Urdu Nastaliq through simple letters, connections, words and composition. We’ll explore how the script moves across the page before creating our names in Urdu Calligraphy. No previous calligraphy experience is needed - just come curious and ready to experiment! We’ll explore: ✒️ The history of Nasta’liq in relation to Urdu ✒️ Basic letterforms and strokes ✒️ Writing simple Urdu words ✒️ Creating your own calligraphic name to take home All materials provided. 📍 Filli Café, Marylebone 📅 Wednesday 22 October 🕕 6–8pm 🎟️ Link in bio - @bpf.uk website by @bpf.uk
We listened to your suggestions, and we’re back with another monthly round-up celebrating our incredible British Pakistani community 🇬🇧🇵🇰 Once again, we’ve been so impressed by the sheer range of work happening across our community. From archiving and preserving our stories, to achievements across culture, creativity, business, sport and beyond, there is so much to be proud of. These round-ups are shaped by you, so please keep the suggestions coming. 💚 Know a British Pakistani doing something brilliant? Comment below so we can spotlight even more of our community next month. 👇 by @bpf.uk

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