avAG Foundation ANNUAL REPORT UK 2025 2026 Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d867446a09c8e23bb6dc The trustees present their report and the unaudited financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025. Reference and administrative information set out on the following page forms part of this report. The financial statements comply with current statutory requirements, the charity’s trust deed and the Statement of Recommended Practice - Accounting and Reporting by Charities where it applies to Receipts and Payments Accounts. **01** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc ## **LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION** ## **Charity Number** 1185727 ## **Trustees** The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of this report were as follows: **Suniya Nadia Ayub Jamil Mohammad Qureshi Bukhari Dosani Kassim Gaffar** **Fatima Zaman** (appointed 2 April 2026) **Shumaila Kisat** (Resigned 2 April 2026) ## **Bankers** Wise Bank Shoreditch High Street 56 Tea Building London E1 6JJ ## **Registered Office** c/o Ace Accountancy Services 211A Peel House 34-44 London Road Morden SM4 5BT ## **Bookkeeper** Ace Accountancy Services ## **Independent examiner** Patrick Morrello ACA Third Sector Accountancy Limited Holyoake House Hanover Street Manchester M60 0AS **02** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** **----- Start of picture text -----**
are out of school
GER: 72.3% girls vs.
83.1% boys
Gender gap starts early
41.5% girls drop out
after primary education
33.3% girls in TVET
Limited skills-to-
employment pathways
Unsafe & under-
resourced schools affect
girls’ attendance and
dignity
Shortage of trained
female teachers in rural
& marginalized areas
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*Source: Girls Education in Pakistan: Statistics & Trends 2023-24 **03** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc ## **ABOUT US** ## **Report from the Chair** Welcome to the 2025 Annual Report of the Pakistan Alliance for Girls' Education (PAGE). Over the past year, we have continued to strengthen our commitment to advancing girls’ education across Pakistan—expanding access, deepening impact, and building pathways for every girl to learn, grow, and shape her own future. **PAGE Foundation** PAGE Foundation works to advance gender equity in education, employment, rights, and leadership by fostering an enabling ecosystem for girls in Pakistan. PAGE serves as a catalyst for collective action, partnering with stakeholders, donors, policymakers, and practitioners to address the gender gap in learning and develop solutions to the broader socio-economic barriers that limit opportunities for girls and women across the country. **04** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** ## **Our Vision** PAGE envisions Pakistan to be a place where every girl can aspire for a secure future and has sustained access to quality education through lobbying, innovative policies, and advocacy tools and techniques. ## **Our Mission** Creating a pragmatism of gender equality, improving the literacy and economic well-being of every Pakistani girl through education. Poverty and inequality keep millions of girls out of school and education can provide opportunities, values, and access to equal opportunities. PAGE aims to advocate for and support girls for the provision of unparalleled opportunities. We aim to be the catalysts for systematic innovations to help girls’ education meet the challenges of the 21st century. **----- Start of picture text -----**
Themetic Areas
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Protection, Gender,
Nutrition and Sports
and Inclusion (PGI)
Education and
Essential Life Skills
Economic Empowerment and
Entrepreneurship
Health, Hygiene, and Emotional Well-Being and
Psychosocial Support Personality Development
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**05** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA GILGIT BALTISTAN SWAT CHARSADDA HARIPUR PESHAWAR SHANGLA UPPER KOHISTAN MARDAN LOWER KOHISTAN NOSHEHRA W DIVISION TANGIR MANSEHRA m BAThAGRAM ALAI ALPURI BALAKOT LUCKY MARWAT GILGIT AZAD KASHMIR MUZAFFARABAD HATtIAN BALA 05 BALOCHISTAN CHAGHI QUWA CHILTAN ZARGHOON NASEEFIABAD JAFARABAD JHAL MAGSI 11 35 ss PUNJAB LAHORE RAWALPINDI MULTAN RAHIMYAR KHAN ISLAMA8AD xy e9 SINDH ORANGI BIN QASIM I KORANGI MALIR I KARACHI GADAP TOWN I THARPARKAR I IBFIAHIM HYDERI I CHACHRO DADU KARACHO QAMBAR SHAHDATKOT MIRPUR SAKRO KOT GULAM MUHAMMAD ISAMKOT SHIKARPUR SUJAWAL JUNEJO W JACOBABAD IDRF-Educaiion EmergÉrtl8s IEIE) School Renovation Muhi-year Resllienctr Prow IMYRP) Eid Grfts Disirlbutlon Women's pea￿ and Humanilarla Fund (WPHF> Girfs 8$ leaders ofTornorrow Onllne Star School Teacher's Prour8m Street Children Project tn High The Tutkish Aed Cr88ceni ￿￿cl Ulama Ambassadors ol Girls Education Schcjol Support Prour8m Food Thlve Mglala Fund- Child Safeguarding Star Schools Initiaiiva for OOSC. Girl& Afg￿n Refugees Explore More- MEL IPha8e I Tap an App Provlsirm of Ddnking Water Facllltles Establishlng 42 Tempor8ry Learning Center5 ￿LC,5) for Flood Aff8¢ted Children AGt￿n lor G8nd8r Equity in SoBio E¢onomi¢ Uplitt of Di$place4 Afghan Wotnen & Gids Malala Fund Nation Setninar ￿ Girt's Education Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d867446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** ## **Objectives & Activities** PAGE UK focuses primarily on raising awareness and generating funds in support of PAGE Pakistan. It is a registered charity in England and Wales, governed by an independent Board of Trustees to ensure compliance with UK charity regulations. Established under a Trust Deed dated 9 September 2019, PAGE UK’s mission is to advance the education of girls aged 5 to 16 from disadvantaged regions of Pakistan. This work is carried out in collaboration—though not exclusively—with PAGE Pakistan. Current initiatives include an ambassador programme and fundraising events, with proceeds directed to PAGE Pakistan to sustain schools Each year, the trustees review the charity’s aims, objectives, and activities. This annual report highlights achievements and outcomes, assessing the impact of key initiatives and the benefits delivered to the communities the charity serves. The review also ensures that PAGE UK’s efforts remain aligned with its stated mission. In conducting this review, the trustees draw on the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit. Particular attention is given to how planned activities contribute to the charity’s objectives and strengthen its long-term vision. **07** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc ## **Structure, Governance & Management** The Board of Trustees, comprised of five trustees, meets regularly and sets the overall direction of the charity, sets objectives, and monitors the performance of the executive committee. The executive committee, tasked with delivering the goals, meets as needed to develop the ambassador program, organise fundraising events, keep track of the charity’s finances, and highlight the importance of girls’ education in Pakistan. The trustees have no beneficial interest in the charity and can only exercise their powers to further its objectives. All trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity. No trustee received any remuneration or expense payments during the period. ## **Financial Review** During the year, the charity raised a total of £48,219 (2024: £37,761) mainly through general donations received throughout the year. The charity was able to send £58,171 (2024: £12,247) directly to PAGE Pakistan and has been making arrangements to send further funds in the near future. Further details of the charity’s performance can be found in the Receipts and Payments accounts on page 18 and the Statement of assets and liabilities on page 18. Apart from the expenditure shown in the accounts, the charity had no other overheads or costs related to its UK operations. The total unrestricted income was £40,624 (2024: £5,972) and the total restricted income was £20,000 (2024: £9,750). The total unrestricted expenditure was £38,171 (2024: £5,792) and total restricted expenditure was £20,000 (2024: £9,750). The funds at the end of the year were £15,316 (2024: £27,721) of unrestricted funds. **08** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** **Reserves Policy** Free reserves at 31 December 2025 were £15,316 (2024: £27,721). As a guideline, the Management Committee aims to hold minimum reserves of £5,000 to cover temporary expense shortfalls. As at 15 April 2026, the charity has in excess of £6,500 in its bank accounts. PAGE UK works alongside PAGE Pakistan to improve girls’ education in Pakistan. PAGE Pakistan has entered into several partnerships with various organisations described in this report to achieve the charity’s objectives. **Related Parties and Relationships with other Organisations** **09** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc PAGE PROGRAMS 10 Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d8674468 6dc annual report **2025** ## **Star Schools** In 2025, PAGE managed its primary-level **Star School** network of 75 centers, creating a safe, localized learning ecosystem for children previously excluded from formal education. A key operational highlight was our strategic entry into Jacobabad, where we partnered with the Directorate of Literacy & Non-Formal Education Sindh to establish 20 new community schools. By providing 100% of required books and school supplies, we ensured that "cost of entry" was eliminated for the most vulnerable families in Sindh and Islamabad. **Achieve Year** 2025 - 2026 We scaled our flagship life-skills program, Achieve, empowering **540 in-school girls across 8 districts** in Islamabad, Punjab, and KPK. In collaboration with King’s Trust International (KTI), Zindgi by JS Bank, and the Bank of Punjab, the initiative trained 21 teachers in inclusive pedagogy, resulting in 100% of surveyed students reporting measurable improvement in core life skills. This initiative ensures that young girls transition confidently through their education, equipped with the self-advocacy skills necessary to navigate future professional opportunities. By fostering resilience and career awareness, the **1 1** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc program achieved a 96% growth in student confidence and a 95% increase in self-management abilities. Moreover, we launched the pilot of "Empowering Girls Through Cricket" with Bat For a Chance (BFAC) in two schools under the Achieve programme. This program uses the pitch as a classroom to teach teamwork, leadership, and professional discipline. ## **Take the Lead** In a landmark collaboration with **Mexoxo and Ivy League eCornell University** , PAGE initiated the launch of ‘ **Take the Lead** ’ project with the generous support from PARCO Gunvor Limited and Prime Minister’s Youth Program, enabling an online learning program for 10,000 women across Pakistan. The program covers training in leadership, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, time management, and career advancement through a five-course online curriculum. **Pakistan Monsoon Floods** In partnership with the **Rural Support Pakistan Network (RSPN)** and Education Cannot Wait (ECW) PAGE launched the initiative to provide trauma-informed care to flood-affected communities in Jhelum, Chiniot, and Lahore. Through the " **Digital Education at Your Doorstep" initiative in Qamber Shahdadkot, we dismantled the "access barrier."** By establishing Digital Inclusion Hubs and providing dedicated transport, we brought high-speed internet and ICT training to the most remote corners of Sindh in collaboration with the APNIC Foundation. **Digital Education at Your Doorstep** **1 2** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** ## **Action for Gender Equity and SocioEconomic Uplift of Displaced Afghan Women and Girls** **In partnership with UN Women and WPHF** , we successfully concluded a multiregional program focused on the economic inclusion of displaced Afghan communities. We moved beyond basic aid by establishing Enterprise Support Groups and facilitation centers. This allowed 250 Afghan women artisans to transition from home-based workers to market-ready entrepreneurs, gaining visibility through regional exhibitions and expert mentorship. ## **Education Initiatives for floodaffected Communities in Sindh and Balochistan** Following the devastating floods in 2022, PAGE prioritized Climate-Resilient Education. In collaboration with the **International Development Relief Foundation (IDRF)** , we established 34 Non-Formal Schools for 1200 students in high-impact zones of Sindh and Balochistan. In 2025, we successfully concluded the project while ensuring our children completed the important years of their primary education, and the community remains safe amidst environmental instability through integrated sessions on Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and MHPSS. **1 3** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc ## **Alliances formed in 2025** **Directorate of Literacy & Non-formal Education Sindh** **Global Digital Inclusion Partnership (GDIP) L’Oréal Fund for Women Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN) Mexoxo Bat for A Chance PARCO Gunvor** **Bank of Punjab** **1 4** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc NDRAISING. HIGHLIGHTS £13,000 raised in Zakat Campaign for Girls, Education in Pakistan Secured Funds from CoLes- Medlock Foundation, Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, The Rainford Trust, and Unifor Social Justice Fund Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d867446a09c8e23bb6dc ## **Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities** The trustees are charged with preparing the annual report and financial statements in line with applicable legislation and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). In accordance with charity law, trustees must prepare receipts and payments accounts. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records that reflect, with reasonable precision, the charity’s financial position at any given time. This ensures compliance with the Charities Act 2011. Trustees further safeguard the charity’s assets and take appropriate measures to prevent and detect fraud or other irregularities. Trustees oversee the integrity and maintenance of the corporate and financial information published on the charity’s website. It should be noted that UK legislation governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from requirements in other jurisdictions. 18 / 05 / 2026 This annual report was formally approved by the trustees on / / 2026 and signed on their behalf by: **Kassim Gaffar** Chair / Trustee **1 6** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc annual report **2025** ## **Report to the trustees of Pakistan Alliance for Girls’ Education UK (31 December 2025)** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity for the year ended 31 December 2025, as set out on page 18. ## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiners** The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”). The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Act and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility: - To examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act, - To follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act, and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention. ## **Basis of the independent examiner’s statement** My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently, no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. ## **Independent Examiner's Statement** In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: **1.** which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements: - to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act; and - to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or **2.** to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Patrick Morrello ACA Third Sector Accountancy Limited Holyoake House Hanover Street Manchester M60 0AS Date: 18 / 05 / 2026 **1 7** Doc ID: 172ec5244d2e8c85700ede67446a09c8e23bb6dc Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education UK RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS for the period from l January 2025 to 31 December 2025 Receipts and payments Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total funds 2025 2024 Receipts Donations Grants 28,219 28,219 20,000 48,219 28.011 9,750 37,761 20,000 20.000 Total receipts Payments Grants made Bank charges Fundraising costs Card processing fees Independent Examination Total payments Net of receiptsl(payments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end 28,219 38.171 20,000 58.171 12.247 13 2.000 562 900 IS,722 22,039 5,682 27,721 i.oii 542 900 40,624 12.405 27.721 15,316 i.oii 542 900 60,624 12.405 27,721 15.316 20,000 Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2025 2024 Cash funds Bank current account Other 15,146 170 15.146 170 27,585 136 Total cash funds 15,316 15.316 27.721 There were no other monetary assets or liabilities as at 31 December 2025. Approved and signed on behalf of all trustees on 1810512026 by: Kassim &a/Ka< 050*71 Kassim Gaffar, Chair Ayub Dosani, Treasurer 18 Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d867446a09c8e23bb6dc THANKYOU pagepakistan Doc ID.. 1728c5244d2e8c857008d867446a09c8e23bb6dc