Story of Nasreen: Journey to Education In the remote village of Khair Muhammad, Karachi, Nasreen’s childhood passed without the joy of attending school. There was only one government school, where male teachers taught, and girls like her never had the chance to learn.At just 18, Nasreen stepped into marriage and soon took on the responsibilities of both her home and her infant child. Yet, amidst her daily struggles, one dream remained unwavering—education.Thanks to the Accelerated Learning Program at the AALTP Centre of HDF, Nasreen is finally getting the chance to study. The program is designed for students who never had access to regular schooling, giving them the tools to catch up on their education. Now 19, Nasreen has defied the odds. Despite caring for her 10-month-old baby, she is determined to study and make up for the lost years. She walks to school every day, eager to learn, driven by the hope of a brighter future. “I never got the chance to study as a child, but now I am making sure I do. One day, I will educate my own children,” — Nasreen Nasreen’s journey is an inspiring testament to the power of perseverance. With access to education, she is rewriting her story—one lesson at a time.