Dignity. Opportunity. Change.
Human Assistance for Development Initiatives (HADI) is a UK-registered charity connecting resources, skills, and compassion to relieve poverty and empower communities – in the UK and Pakistan.
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๐ Economic Empowerment
We connect UK companies with fairly paid workers in Pakistan, and train women in skills that last a lifetime.
Learn More →๐ก️ Protecting Children & Elders
We keep orphans with their families and provide community day centres for elderly fathers left alone.
Learn More →๐ค UK Community Action
From women's workshops in London to youth education, we build bridges of understanding and support.
Learn More →About Us
Our Story
Human Assistance for Development Initiatives (HADI) was founded in 2026 by a group of professionals, humanitarians, and community leaders who saw that traditional charity often creates dependency rather than lasting change. We asked: What if we could connect UK resources with local ingenuity in Pakistan? What if we prioritised family-based care over orphanages, and fair work over handouts?
HADI is registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in London, England. We operate under the strict governance of the Charity Commission and are committed to transparency, safeguarding, and measurable impact.
Mission, Vision, Values
Vision: A world where every individual – whether in London or Lahore – has access to education, economic opportunity, dignified care, and a life free from poverty and exploitation.
Mission: To relieve poverty and advance sustainable development by connecting UK resources with community-led initiatives, empowering women and youth, protecting vulnerable children and elderly, and operating transparently and ethically.
Values: Dignity, Integrity, Sustainability, Collaboration, Safeguarding.
Our Work
HADI's programmes are built on evidence, community voice, and rigorous monitoring. We work in four strategic pillars: Economic Empowerment, Child Protection & Education, Elderly Care, and UK Community Engagement.
UK Programmes
Women's Skills Workshops
Free sewing, digital literacy, and English classes for migrant women in London.
Youth Global Citizenship
Workshops in London schools about global poverty and sustainable development.
Community Fundraising Events
Cultural dinners, charity runs, and faith-based appeals.
Pakistan Programmes
Ethical Supply Chain Linking
Connecting UK companies with fairly paid workers in Pakistan.
Vocational Training for Women
Tailoring, IT literacy, and business management.
Family-Based Orphan Support
Monthly support to orphans living with extended families.
Community Elderly Day Centres
Hot meals, health checks, and social activities.
Supplementary Education
After-school literacy and numeracy for out-of-school children.
How We Work – MEAL & Safeguarding
MEAL: Quarterly reports, independent spot checks, beneficiary feedback, annual public report.
Safeguarding: DBS checks for UK personnel, mandatory training, partner safeguarding policies. Report concerns: safeguarding@hadi.org.uk
Get Involved
Make a Donation
Your donation – big or small – is used transparently and effectively. Choose your preferred method below.
Bank Transfer Instructions
Please transfer your donation to the following bank account:
Account Name: Human Assistance for Development Initiatives (HADI)
Sort Code: 20-00-00 (example – replace with actual)
Account Number: 12345678 (example – replace with actual)
Reference: YourName_Donation
After transferring, please email donations@hadi.org.uk with your name and address so we can thank you and claim Gift Aid if applicable.
Fundraise
Host a charity dinner, run a marathon, organise a bake sale. Contact fundraising@hadi.org.uk for materials.
Volunteer
We need grant writers, social media managers, event volunteers. Email volunteer@hadi.org.uk with your interest.
Partner With Us
UK companies, trusts, NGOs in Pakistan – contact partnerships@hadi.org.uk.
Case Studies
From widow to entrepreneur: Fatima's story
After losing her husband, Fatima joined HADI's tailoring course. Now she runs a small business from home. Read more →
A day at the elderly centre in Punjab
Photo essay: Laughter, hot meals, and companionship. View →
Our first UK workshop: London women learn digital skills
Ten women completed a 6-week course. Read more →
Contact Us
Get in touch
General: info@hadi.org.uk
Donations: donations@hadi.org.uk
Volunteering: volunteer@hadi.org.uk
Partnerships: partnerships@hadi.org.uk
Safeguarding: safeguarding@hadi.org.uk
Press: media@hadi.org.uk
Send us a message
Postal address (temporary): London, United Kingdom.