The Education Support Initiative (ESI) supports the AURA Program, a therapy-cum-school located in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi.
It serves:
The initiative is designed to:
Students receive uniforms, books, supplies, and daily meals. The school also emphasizes social development through sports and celebrations of cultural and national events such as Pakistan Day, Children’s Day, and Eid.
This inclusive model empowers children with disabilities, making them feel part of a vibrant community. Many students have progressed to government schools, and some have even completed Matriculation, despite significant challenges.
Children aged 4–14 with Cerebral Palsy
Underprivileged neighborhood children without access to quality education
Emphasis on inclusion and community-based support
AURA Campus,
Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi
Kindergarten
to
Grade 5
Monday to Friday, regular daytime schedule
Includes both educational and therapeutic services