Email Address

contactedusup@gmail.com

Phone Number

504-239-1900

Empowering Through Education. Changing Lives Forever

We strive to empower underserved communities in Pakistan by delivering inclusive education, healthcare training, and sustainable solutions that foster dignity, equity, and resilience.

About Us

Hope, Healing, and Human Dignity

Our mission is to improve healthcare and educational outcomes in underserved regions of Pakistan by equipping healthcare workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve their communities effectively. We are especially committed to uplifting women, children, and individuals with physical and mental disabilities by providing inclusive, accessible, and empowering educational initiatives. Through compassion, capacity-building, and community engagement, we strive to promote dignity, resilience, and sustainable progress.

Kohi Goth Midwifery Program

Empowering Future Midwives to Serve Underserved Communities With Compassion and Skilled Care.

AURA Cerebral Palsy Program

Providing Inclusive Education and Support for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Peers.

Karachi Central Jail Program

Bringing Hope and Education to Children Living Within Prison Walls in Pakistan.

Mission

Our Mission

Education Support Initiatives Inc. is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the specific purpose of promoting, encouraging, and enhancing educational opportunities for women & children from underprivileged communities—locally, regionally, and internationally—on a secular and inclusive basis.

 

We are committed to transforming lives in underserved areas of developing countries, especially Pakistan, through education, empowerment, and equitable access. Our initiatives focus on training healthcare workers to strengthen frontline care, educating individuals with physical and mental disabilities, and empowering women and children through inclusive learning opportunities.

Our mission is rooted in the belief that education is not a privilege, but a right—and that every life holds potential, regardless of circumstance.

Our History

Education Support Initiative Inc. (ESI)

A Vision Born at Reunion — July 2018, Dallas, Texas

At the Dow Medical College Class of 1980 reunion, Dr. Mustafa Husain—a respected alumnus and Professor of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center—shared a bold vision: What if their class legacy wasn’t just about memories but about transforming lives in Pakistan?

Moved by the challenges faced by marginalized communities, he proposed the creation of a volunteer-led, diaspora-driven nonprofit focused on:

The vision struck a powerful chord. Alums from the U.S., UK, Canada, the Middle East, and Pakistan pledged their support. Among the early leaders were Dr. Waseem Ahmed, Dr. M. Kaleem Arshad, Dr. Nasir Moghal, Mir Hadi Ali, and Anis Ally, who helped establish the foundation for what would soon become Education Support Initiative, Inc. (ESI)—a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the United States.

— Dr. Mustafa Husain

“Reunions should be more than nostalgia—they should spark purpose.
Our legacy isn’t just where we trained, but what we give back.”

Our Team

Meet our dedicated team of experts, committed to delivering innovative solutions and creating lasting impact together.

Dr. M Kaleem Arshad

ESI President

Dr. Nasir Moghal

ESI Secretary

Dr. Zahid Basheer

ESI Treasurer

Dr. Mustafa M Husain

ESI Executive Director
ESI Immediate Past President

Dr. Adil A. Abbasi

ESI Board Member

Dr. Yasmin F. Qasim

ESI Board Member

Dr. Moin A. Ranginwala

ESI Board Member

Dr. Mohammad Ismail

ESI Board Member

Payback Team

Payback Team – Our Heroes in Pakistan

The Dow Medical College Class of 1980 graduates residing in Pakistan serve in an invaluable advisory capacity. Beyond their generous financial contributions, these dedicated physicians are actively involved in the day-to-day oversight of our charitable initiatives. Their on-the-ground leadership ensures the integrity, transparency, and effectiveness of our programs.

These are our heroes—real-life foot soldiers who are transforming compassion into action. Their tireless service is bringing hope, dignity, and opportunity to countless individuals across underserved communities in Pakistan.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following members of our Payback Team:

Dr. Sohail Thobani

Dr. Shaheen Zafar

Dr. Fazal Hameed

Dr. Ataur Rahman

Dr. Shabeen Naz Masood

Dr. Anjumn Naveed

Dr. Moiz Sadiq

Dr. Shabbir Jumani

Testimonials

Our Success Stories

    Ali Ahmed

    Project Manager

    ESI's support helped us provide education and healthcare to underserved communities, changing lives and creating opportunities.

      Sania Iqbal

      CEO

      The Kohi Goth program empowered healthcare workers, improving maternal care and serving vulnerable communities with compassion.

        Bilal Akhtar

        Financial Analyst

        AURA's inclusive education model transformed children’s lives, offering quality education and promoting social development for all.

          Umar Farooq

          Operations Head

          Karachi Central Jail Montessori provided hope, education, and a nurturing environment for children born in challenging circumstances.

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