"My name is Ali. Can you help me find a job?" was the question posed by the bespectacled, somewhat insecure young, deaf man in 1999 when he walked into FESF's first Deaf Reach Training Center in Saddar, Karachi. Recognizing his skills and abilities, he was immediately hired as one of Deaf Reach's first teachers. read more

Ali |

The only deaf child in his family, Ashraf Mushtaq was very shy and withdrawn as a child. He achieved good grades in school, but always felt lonely, keeping mostly to himself. As a young adult, he enrolled in Deaf Reach Training Program and did exceptionally well, graduating at the top of his class – while still maintaining a rather shy demeanor. read more

Ashraf |

Nadeem, 27, is the eldest child and primary breadwinner of a family of six. Unlike others in similar situations across the country, Nadeem is Deaf, which presents a unique set of challenges. His story is inspirational due to his self-belief and zest for life, which have enabled him to surmount the many challenges he has faced. read more

Nadeem |

It's not hard to spot Riffat in the classroom - she's the one with the large smile on her face, and one of the most enthusiastic and energetic teachers at Deaf Reach School. Riffat who is deaf herself, is a proud mother of three deaf sons who have been regular students at Deaf Reach School for several years. read more

Riffat |

"I wish to gain respect and not sympathy," says 14-years old, Yousuf Haider. With beautiful colored eyes and a fair complexion, he appears to be a normal child at first glance. It's when he gets up from his seat to greet you, that you realize that this young boy is deaf. read more

Yousuf Haider |