From Student to Teacher: Aroosa Kawal’s Journey of Giving Back

Every morning, Aroosa Kawal walks through the gates of the Muslim Hands School of Excellence in Wazirabad — the same gates she once rushed through as a schoolgirl, with dreams bigger than her small frame could hold.
Today, she’s no longer a student. She’s a teacher.
“It was my dream to become a teacher here,” she says, smiling. She teaches English for grades six through eight, inspiring the next generation of learners.
But her journey didn’t happen overnight.
Aroosa grew up in a community where there weren’t many opportunities for children, especially girls. According to UNICEF, approximately 22.8 million children aged 5-16 are not attending school in Pakistan. In terms of gender, boys outnumber girls.
But within the School of Excellence, Aroosa found a space where she was seen, challenged, and believed in. Teachers didn’t just teach; they mentored. They noticed her determination, nurtured it, and helped her see a future.

Her presence in the classroom is more than a personal achievement — it’s an example of what’s possible when someone invests in you.
Around the world, countless orphaned children will never step foot in a classroom. Instead of books, they face the harsh lessons of survival –many forced to fend for themselves and their families. They dream too — but without support, those dreams rarely leave their minds.
You can change that.
For just $60 a month, you can sponsor an orphan — providing not just food, shelter, and clothing, but a chance to learn, grow, and believe in a better future. Your support could shape another Aroosa — a child who just needs someone to believe in her.
Not ready to commit monthly? A one-time gift to our Education Fund can still change lives, helping us reach more children with the tools and support they need to thrive.
As children are preparing to head back to school, take a moment to think about those who don’t have the same start. Aroosa’s journey began with someone like you choosing to care.
Now it’s your turn.
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