Shah Faisal Town, the community where RLCC works, houses approximately 1 million residents. Ethnically diverse and highly politicized, Shah Faisal battles political and civic neglect like the rest of Karachi. At the time of partition Begum Ra’ana Liaquat had the foresight to envisage a self-sufficient community amidst the Karachi metropolis. Rana Liaqat Craftsmen’s Colony, founded by Begum Ra’ana Liaquat Ali Khan in 1947 (inaugurated on 25th August 1954) is a rights based non-profit organization that caters to the holistic needs of over 20,000 beneficiaries.
RLCC today has evolved as a forward looking, conscientious organization registered with Voluntary Social Welfare, certified by PCP and recognized as an NPO under the Income tax Ordinance, 2001. The women-centric programs at RLCC are strategized in consideration of community needs, government priorities and the targets identified by United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) with sector focus on education, health, vocational training, community outreach and livelihood.
To make Shah Faisal Colony a safe and clean community with financial accessibility, access to quality health and education services.
To improve financial, social, physical, and emotional health of underprivileged communities through empowering women and children with dignity and esteem.
RLCC draws on the values of equity, inclusivity, transparency, innovation, integrity, respect, and fulfillment. These values make the foundations of our guiding principles, which, in turn, contribute to setting standards for all organizational operations.
At RLCC, we believe that real education extends far beyond classrooms and certificates. It is about empowering individuals with the support they need to grow, thrive, and achieve financial independence. Through scholarships that cover tuition, transportation, books, and living costs, we stand beside our students at every step of their journey. Our mission is not only to fund education, but to equip each student with the confidence, skills, and opportunities required to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
