Good Samaritan Society for Development and Rehabilitation
Founded by Atif Naimat · Pakistan · Sustainability · Early-stage social enterprise with a validated community model. We have successfully implemented pilot programs in education, vocational skills training, and community development, reaching underserved populations. We are currently expanding our impact, building strategic partnerships, and developing sustainable revenue streams to scale our operations locally and internationally.
We are building pathways out of poverty by equipping marginalized communities with education, vocational skills, entrepreneurship opportunities, and sustainable livelihoods. Through community-driven programs and strategic partnerships, we empower women, youth, and underserved families to become economically independent, creating lasting social impact and stronger, more resilient communities across Pakistan.
Our mission is to create sustainable economic opportunities and social empowerment for marginalized Christian communities in Pakistan through education, vocational training, entrepreneurship, and community development initiatives. Through the Good Samaritan Society for Development and Rehabilitation, we work to break the cycle of poverty by equipping underserved families, youth, and women with skills, education, and access to income-generating opportunities. We focus on empowering communities with dignity, self-reliance, and long-term development while promoting social inclusion and community well-being. Our primary target geography is Pakistan, with a focus on Punjab Province, particularly underserved and marginalized communities in Sheikhupura and surrounding districts. In the long term, we aim to expand our impact across Pakistan and build partnerships that create regional and international opportunities for disadvantaged communities.
Our startup aims to create sustainable social impact by empowering underserved communities through education, skills development, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities. We focus on reducing poverty, improving economic inclusion, and supporting vulnerable groups, particularly women, youth, and marginalized families. Our work contributes to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including: • SDG 1: No Poverty – creating income-generating opportunities and supporting economic resilience. • SDG 4: Quality Education – providing access to learning, vocational training, and capacity building. • SDG 5: Gender Equality – empowering women through skills development and entrepreneurship. • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – promoting employment, small businesses, and sustainable livelihoods. • SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – increasing opportunities for marginalized communities. • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – collaborating with local and international partners to maximize impact. Our goal is to build self-reliant communities where individuals have the skills, opportunities, and support needed to improve their quality of life and contribute positively to society.
What they need right now
Our most pressing needs are access to funding, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and business development support to scale our impact. We are seeking connections with investors, accelerators, corporate partners, and social enterprise networks that can help us strengthen our model, expand our reach, create sustainable livelihoods, and increase opportunities for underserved communities.