Shehzad Roy, Tabish Hashmi to tour US for education fundraiser

Zindagi Trust fundraising dinner aims to rally diaspora support for quality public education in Pakistan

Singer, activist and philanthropist Shehzad Roy, along with comedian and actor Tabish Hashmi, announced Zindagi Trust's annual fundraising dinner tour, which will take place across various cities in the United States from September 18 to 25.

The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of quality public education in Pakistan and the organisation's efforts to transform the country's government school system.

Roy shared the announcement in a video posted on his Instagram account, where he spoke about the urgent need to improve access to quality education and strengthen Pakistan's teaching profession.

 

 

 

 

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He stressed that no child should ever have to fight for their right to an education and emphasised the importance of creating better opportunities for teachers through proper licensing and professional qualifications.

"That time is not far when people in Pakistan won't have to beg for education, and parents will be able to send their children to government schools with confidence, knowing they will learn from the best local teachers," Roy said.

He added, "We also need proper licensing and qualifications for teachers."

Roy shared that the tour would give supporters an opportunity to learn how Zindagi Trust was transforming public education. "We are coming to share how the organisation is changing the paradigm for government schools and government teachers," he said.

The singer also explained why he chose to bring Hashmi along for the fundraiser. "He is a great entertainer and will bring happiness into your lives. The reason I am bringing him is because he truly believes in our cause," Roy said.

Concluding his message, Roy encouraged members of the Pakistani diaspora to attend the events and support the initiative. "We will share everything that has been accomplished, what still needs to be done, and how each of you can play an integral part in this cause. So please be there," he said.

The tour will visit Chicago, New Jersey, Washington, Dallas, Houston, and San Francisco.

Over the years, Roy has remained one of Pakistan's most prominent advocates for children's rights. Through his work with Zindagi Trust, he has campaigned for safer learning environments, spoken out against child abuse, pushed for stronger child protection measures, and highlighted the need for accessible, high-quality public education across the country.