110 Christian students have received scholarships in 2022 to help their families through the Pandemic. Covid-19 has effected many in Gilgit-Baltistan, and it is always SLI’s mission to care for the most vulnerable in this region. The minority Christian people groups in Gilgit-Baltistan have faced extreme poverty and many have lost their jobs, but thanks […]
With the opening of 3 new Rural Village Sewing Centers, Shining Light held a teacher’s training for the local teacher and leaders of these centers. The passion that these women have to help their neighbors and see them empowered is contagious. We are so excited to watch the overflow of confidence and practical skills pour […]
Food Relief Update: 100 Gujjar Families have received a 1 month supply of food! Covid-19 has effected many in Gilgit-Baltistan, and it is always SLI’s mission to care for the more vulnerable in this region. The Gujjars are already existing at extreme poverty and ensuring they had access to food and resources was crucial during this […]
Shining Light International is supported and strengthened by a wonderful active board comprised of international professionals, business men, and nonprofit experts. Everything that we do is made possible these leaders who give generously of their time and resources to advocate for hope and education in Northern Pakistan. Let us introduce you to: The SLI Board […]
Naila Shaheen is a student at Shining Light’s Women’s Vocational Training Center. Though she never had the chance to attend school or obtain skills training, she has started to learn new skills and plans to use them to their fullest potential. “Today I have gained so much confidence.” – Naila Shaheen “I am 35 […]
Shining Light International simply wouldn’t exist with out the support of our friends and followers. Everything that we do is made possible by your generous donations and commitment to the work we are doing in Northern Pakistan. That’s why we’ve decided to celebrate YOU. Each month we will feature a Fan of the Month and give […]
In 2019 Shining Light had many wonderful volunteers behind the scenes, helping to see that our organization delivered the highest quality programs possible. Many people have contributed countless hours of research, technical support, stuffing envelopes, visiting Pakistan, and much much more. We are so grateful for each and every individual who volunteers with us, whether […]
In June 2019, Shining Light opened six new Adult Literacy Centers among the Gujjars, five for women, and 1 for men. After six months of learning how to read and write, 85 women and 14 men graduated from this program this with the ability to understand basic Urdu, write their names, read road signs, and […]
Though only 1 % of Pakistani Christians receive a college education, Shining Light is committed to seeing our scholarship recipients maintain the highest level of education they seek to attain. We currently have FIVE young men and women enrolled in college. They were SLI’s first preschool scholarship students, and to see them beat the odds […]
Shining Light International simply wouldn’t exist with out the support of our friends and followers. Everything that we do is made possible by your generous donations and commitment to the work we are doing in Northern Pakistan. That’s why we’ve decided to celebrate YOU. Each month we will feature a Fan of the Month and give […]
Shining Light International simply wouldn’t exist with out the support of our friends and followers. Everything that we do is made possible by your generous donations and commitment to the work we are doing in Northern Pakistan. That’s why we’ve decided to celebrate YOU. Each month we will feature a Fan of the Month and give […]
So much of SLI’s programs happens behind the scenes right here in the U.S. Yes, we are helping to support and empower communities through education, and there are dozens upon dozens of Pakistani staff teaching, providing skills training, and serving our clients on the ground, but there are also passionate and devoted staff members working […]
