Resourceful village boy Shahid Kumar pioneers a sustainable method for making cow dung briquettes, using bamboo molds. A true example of eco-friendly innovation at its best!
Kharadar Chowk residents hail the transformative impact of Heritage Foundation’s intervention in their area, specially the fact that there was no flooding after rain. The installation of innovative terra cotta tiles not only beautifies their streets but also combats flooding, proving once again that sustainable solutions pave the way for a brighter, drier future.
Dr. Yasmeen Lari champions empowerment in Dosti villages with the launch of Goth Bachat Bank project, teaching women how to save and uplift their lifestyles. Barefoot millionaire Champa is conducting the sessions. She has been working with the Heritage Foundation for ten years and is the recipient of the Governor Award and the Ladies Fund “Woman of the year” award.
Bluedot Living publishes an article on Dr. Yasmeen Lari, titled “Building Houses and Independence.” The article talks about how Pakistan’s first female architect constructs disaster-resilient, eco-friendly homes- and a network of locals to teach others.
Artribune publishes an article titled “Architecture and dignity: interview with Pakistani designer Yasmeen Lari.” The article talks about Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s work as a humanitarian architect, her interest in vernacular techniques and the initiatives promoted with her non-profit organization Heritage Foundation of Pakistan.
Anchorperson Masood Alam Rizvi conducts an exclusive interview with Dr. Yasmeen Lari for his program ‘Maroof Pakistani’ on Media Focus, where she talks about her journey as an architect, her efforts on conservation of cultural heritage, and about her ground breaking work in the field of sustainable design.
Exploring Resilience: Austrian journalist Rosa Lyon delves into Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s transformative flood rehabilitation efforts and her inspiring initiatives for sustainable change.
New beginnings in Kharadar! The old Police Chowki now serves as a community library, thanks to Heritage Foundation’s restoration efforts. Social worker Sabeen Memon inaugurates this space for locals to learn and connect.
The Heritage Foundation raises the flag for Karachi’s endangered heritage: Registered historic buildings in decay, facing demolition for profit.
The Heritage Foundation, with the support of DC South Karachi Altaf Sario and his team, has taken up the transformation of Kharadar Chowk into an eco-street as part of its Meri Gali Mera Shehr initiative. The transformation includes reclaiming land encroached by the local mosque, restoration of an old police chowki, plantation of trees, putting terra cotta pavers to absorb rain water and avoid flooding, among other things. The local community members and shopkeepers are fully supporting the Heritage Foundation in its efforts.
