Not an orphanage. A family home.
Family-based orphan care in Pakistan, rooted in love and dignity
Roshni Homes is not an institution. It is a home for orphans, where every child is nurtured with dignity, love and the stability of a family, from their first day with us to university and beyond.
A home of their own
Our homes: an 8-acre campus designed for family life
Change a child’s life and let them change yours. Roshni Homes is a purpose-built campus spread over 8 acres in the heart of Gujranwala, thoughtfully designed to give children a true family environment.
Beyond the homes themselves, the campus has playgrounds, gardens and even a small farm, creating a wholesome space for play, growth and learning. It runs on solar energy for sustainability and will soon include its own in-house Montessori, laying strong foundations from the earliest years.
Every home accommodates up to 8 children, creating small family units where bonds of love and care can flourish.
10 family homes
Small households of up to 8 children.
Solar powered
A sustainable campus with gardens and a small farm.
Our secret superstars
Meet our mothers: professional care in a mother’s embrace
At the heart of each home is a dedicated mother, the true superhero of Roshni. She makes sure the children’s daily routine is balanced, from education and health to emotional support and discipline.
Our mothers are specially trained and well educated. They give regular updates on each child’s wellbeing and attend ongoing training so their care stays attentive and up to date.
Lifelong bonds
Our family: growing up as brothers and sisters
At Roshni, children grow up as true brothers and sisters, learning empathy and cooperation through shared experiences. Older children look out for younger ones, and every child learns what it means to belong.
This integrated family model continues until the age of 12. After that, children move into specialised youth homes tailored to their stage of development, with the same care and guidance.
At Roshni, childhood is not a solitary journey. It is a shared experience of growing up together as one family.
Preserving self-esteem
Dignity in giving: why we never accept used clothes
By protecting our children’s self-respect today, we prepare them to lead with confidence tomorrow.
We do not accept used clothes as donations. Instead, our children go to the market with their mothers and choose their own clothes, just as any child would. It is one small part of a wider commitment: our children never appear in their own fundraising, and the identities of sponsors are never shared with them.
Protecting self-respect today, preparing leaders for tomorrow.
Our education
Quality education from Montessori to university
At Roshni, education is at the heart of our mission: not just a right but the foundation for dignity, independence and success. Our children attend quality schools and have access to on-campus computer labs, a library and tutoring support to help them flourish and get ahead.
Early education
Our in-house Montessori gives children the best start in life in a nurturing environment.
Secondary school
Our children attend the best schools in the city, with equal learning opportunities.
Higher learning
Our young people continue their studies at top universities, with access to internships and careers.
Trade skills based education
Vocational and technical training gives young people practical, recognised skills in a trade that lead to real jobs and a steady income.
Empowering through skills
Life skills, digital skills and vocational training
Independence is learned. Our children leave Roshni able to look after themselves, solve problems and earn a living.
Basic life skills
Every child should be able to live independently with a problem-solving mindset. Our children learn to cook, clean, mend and handle life’s challenges, along with arts and skills that complement their natural talents.
Digital skills training
Regular programmes in photography, digital content creation and social media marketing equip our children with modern skills for learning, expression and future careers.
Vocational training
Hands-on training in tailoring, arts and crafts, and gardening builds confidence and opens pathways to future employment and self-reliance.
Nutrition focused
Healthy, balanced nutrition for growing children
Proper nutrition is the foundation of a child’s physical and mental development. All our meals are carefully planned, balanced and made with locally sourced ingredients for quality and freshness.
Each morning begins with mothers preparing breakfast in their homes and packing a nutritious lunch for their children to take to school. For lunch and dinner, every house receives freshly cooked meals from the common kitchen on campus.
Fresh milk, organic vegetables and filtered water from our own filtration plant make sure every meal nourishes both mind and body.
Balanced meals
Three nutritious meals and snacks every day, planned by nutritionists for growing children.
Fresh ingredients
Fresh, locally grown produce for the highest quality in every meal.
Dietary education
Children learn healthy eating habits and how to prepare food, knowledge for life.
Our healthcare
Healthcare for body and mind
Every child’s health is looked after from the day they arrive, with physical check-ups, dental care and emotional support in one joined-up plan.
Mental health
We carry out baseline clinical evaluations when a child joins us to understand their emotional needs, followed by regular reassessments to support long-term stability and resilience.
Dental hygiene
From first screening to daily supervised brushing and specialist treatment, we build healthy habits that protect our children’s smiles for life.
Regular check-ups
Our panel of experienced doctors manages a thorough health routine, including vaccinations, blood tests and routine screenings.
Counselling
One-to-one sessions give children a safe space to heal from past loss and build the emotional foundations for a healthy sense of identity.
Active in sports
Sports and fitness with a full-time coach
An active lifestyle is an essential part of every child’s growth. Our campus has wide open grounds, dedicated playgrounds, a football pitch and badminton courts where children play and train.
A full-time sports coach guides them in different games, with a special focus on football. Our vision is to train young athletes who can compete at national and international level, representing Roshni Homes with pride.
To take this further, we are developing a modern fitness centre with a gym, swimming pool and training facilities for many sports.
Our activities
Activities that grow curious, confident children
Outside school, our children’s days are full of things that build body, mind and imagination.
Horticulture
Our children take part in hands-on organic farming, learning the science of growth by cultivating their own herbs and vegetables. It builds respect for the environment and a practical understanding of sustainable nutrition.
Yoga and mindfulness
After Fajr prayers, regular mindfulness and yoga sessions give a calm start to the day, helping children develop emotional balance, flexibility and a disciplined, peaceful state of mind.
Arts and crafts
Through a range of artistic media, children explore their imagination and express their feelings visually, refining fine motor skills and the confidence to share their own perspective.
Educational trips
Regular trips to industries, parks and cultural landmarks connect classroom learning to the real world, sparking curiosity and preparing our young people for varied social and professional settings.
Character building
Character building through example, faith and practice
At Roshni, we believe character cannot be learned from a textbook alone. It must be demonstrated, nurtured and practised until it becomes second nature. Our environment is designed to encourage good behaviour, integrity and responsibility every single day.
Our campus masjid offers daily prayers, Quran circles, a Hifz programme and Arabic classes, at the centre of our children’s spiritual and ethical growth.
Role models and training
Mothers and staff receive continuous training in child development and positive parenting, and are held accountable for modelling respect, compassion and discipline.
Ethical guidance and practice
Every child follows an ethics guidebook of values and how to live them, reinforced with stories from the life of the Prophet ﷺ and his companions.
Active part of society
Children learn the joy and duty of giving back, from volunteering to stepping forward in times of need.
“We become reflections of those around us. Surround a child with goodness, and their character will shine with goodness too.”
Opportunities to excel
Opening doors to careers and higher learning
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in life. Through our strong network of corporate partners, national and international collaborations, community connections, alumni, donors, ambassadors and supporters, we provide a platform that opens the door to their future.
Our alumni include a Computer Science graduate serving as a BPS-16 government officer, a software engineer, and two clinical psychologists running their own practices.
Community integration
Growing up connected to the community
Our children are never isolated. They grow up deeply connected to the world around them, attending schools in the city and taking part in regular community occasions such as sports days and Eid Milan parties.
This is how every child develops the social confidence and life skills to integrate seamlessly into society as a capable, independent adult.
A strong network
Our neighbours, volunteers, corporate partners, alumni and mentors support the next generation with a loving embrace and sincere guidance.
Where our children go next
Alumni who grew up in our family homes
Alumni
Zulfiqar Hussain
Computer Science graduate, now a BPS-16 government officer
“I sincerely thank Roshni Homes Trust for their unwavering support in shaping my future. With their guidance, I completed my Computer Science degree and now serve as a BPS-16 government officer. I am truly grateful for their role in my success.”
Alumni
Muhammad Waqar
Software Engineering graduate, working at Upsurge Layyah
“I sincerely thank Roshni Homes Trust for their continuous support in shaping my future. With their guidance, I completed my degree in Software Engineering and am now working at Upsurge Layyah. I am deeply grateful for their valuable role in my success.”
Alumni
Zuhra Bibi
BS Clinical Psychology, runs her own practice
Zuhra has met life’s challenges with remarkable strength and resilience. She completed her BS in Clinical Psychology and today runs her own practice.
Alumni
Fozia Noreen
BS Clinical Psychology, runs her own practice
Fozia has faced life’s challenges with determination. She completed her BS in Clinical Psychology, and her journey is a testament to her strength and perseverance. Today she runs her own practice.
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