Mission of PILC
Independent Living Centre works to ensure that every person with disability has the support, respect, and opportunities needed to participate fully in society. Guided by the independent living philosophy, we focus on PWD empowerment and practical pathways that strengthen inclusive living. Our mission extends to families and communities, promoting steady and meaningful community formation disability.
Our Mission Focus
• Strengthening disability support services for everyday needs
• Encouraging PWD rights through skills, guidance, and community links
• Supporting fair access to resources that protect disability rights.
The Philosophy of Independent Living
- The independent living ideology encourages each person with a disability to make their own decisions, maintain their dignity, and grow steadily.
- Our independent living rights encourages practical decision-making that supports genuine PWD empowerment in daily life.
- We stand for disability rights, ensuring fair access and respectful treatment across all community spaces.
- As a disability NGO, we guide individuals toward living through supportive and responsive programs.
- We strengthen disability support services that nurture confidence and deepen community inclusion disability responsibly.
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Timing: Monday to Friday – 10:00 to 17:00 – PST
Basic Services of Our ILCs
Our Independent Living Centre follows the independent living philosophy to support children, men, and women with disabilities across rural and urban Pakistan. As a leading disability NGO, we promote inclusive living by enabling every person with a disability to live independently, confidently, and productively within their communities, while advancing disability rights through practical, community-based solutions.
Consultancy
Peer Counseling
Outreach Activities
Personal Attendant
Holistic Therapies of ILCs
We take a multidimensional approach to therapies, addressing not only physical challenges but also emotional, social, and cognitive aspects. Through personalized skill development, adaptive technology training, and vocational support, the program equips participants with the tools they need to acquire for independent living. Moreover, the ILCs foster a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes social interaction and community inclusion, breaking down barriers and misconceptions about disabilities.
Personalized Care
Occupational Therapy
Music Therapy
Sports Therapy
Economic Empowerment
Economic empowerment at ILCs allow person with disabilities to live independently and with dignity. Economic empowerment contributes to families and communities. It also helps to reduce poverty and inequality.
Education
Provide education to those who never attended school or dropped from school because of their disability. Education is provided face to face and virtually.
Skill Training
Provide training in various skills to persons with disabilities as they attain their livelihood and support their families.
Employment
PWDs deserve their share in professional development programs for becoming eligible for doing jobs in public and private sector.
Entrepreneurship
Support entrepreneurs with disabilities as they have small businesses and they play their role in the development of society.
Advocating and lobbying for the implementation of legislation at the subnational and national levels that is harmonized with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD, 2007). These regional legislations and policies protect and promote the rights of PWDs in Pakistan.
This powerful video is a testament to our unwavering commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. Witness the transformative journey of person with disability around Pakistan as they break barriers,
Conquer Challenges, and Embrace their Full Potential.
Giving a Complete Solutions for Users – Global Adaptation of Independent Living
– Jawaid Rais
Take Action to Empower: Become a Volunteer Today
Join the Independent Living Centre in strengthening opportunities for every person with a disability. Your involvement supports PWD empowerment, fair access, and sustainable disability support services across communities. As a committed disability NGO, we work through the independent living philosophy to promote disability rights and inclusive living. Every moment you share with us helps advance community inclusion for disability, creating meaningful experiences and positive change. Volunteer, collaborate, or engage your time, skills, and compassion to help turn small efforts into lasting impact.
Volunteer for a Cause that Matters
Executive committee
PILC Network has been a pioneering network of IL centres in Pakistan. It offers holistic rehabilitation for home-confined PWDs through IL program. This IL program is dynamic and ensures a globally adopted supportive environment for the empowerment and integration of Persons with Disabilities in society
We Have Turned Numerous Stories into Success
ILCs foster a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes social interaction and community inclusion, breaking down barriers and misconceptions about disabilities.
Capturing Hope, Inspiring Change: Explore Our Photo Gallery and Witness Stories of Impact
