Beacon Foundation for Research & Development

Who We Are

A Legacy of Community Development

BFRD is a Non-political, Non-Government, Non-profit, Secular Development Organization formed by highly motivated professionals dedicated to social change in Pakistan.

Vision

To provide, promote and share better standards in health, education, development and living among individuals and communities for a model future.

Mission

Socially and economically empower, educate and develop various communities to understand and utilize all available means for sustainable human development.

Registration: Registered under Society's Act 1860
Reg. No: RJSC/FSD/962
Address: 1154/B People's Colony No. 2, Faisalabad
Email: bfrdpk@gmail.com

Key Objectives

Promote and conduct research studies
Advance health, nutrition & reproductive health
Uplift women's status in society
Support rural community development
Educate and support People Living with HIV/AIDS
Collaborate with agencies sharing similar goals
Drug abuse awareness for youth

Focus Groups

Youth (M & F) Women Students Labor Class Blood Banks General Population IDUs / CSWs Communities

Team Expertise

Doctors & Health Practitioners
Journalists & Social Activists
Lawyers & Professors
Psychologists & Peer Educators

Our Work

Projects & Programs

Over 15 years of impactful HIV/AIDS prevention, research, and community development across Faisalabad and Sargodha.

2014–2016

HIV/AIDS Prevention — Faisalabad & Sargodha

Street-based injecting drug users program in alliance with Roshan Rasta (RR), Lahore, supported by Punjab AIDS Control Program, Health Department.

PACP Funded

2015

HIV Prevention — Jail Inmates

Provision of HIV Prevention and Diagnostic Services for inmates at Central Jail Faisalabad under Punjab AIDS Control Program, Government of Punjab.

Health Dept. Punjab

2014

Wheelchair Distribution Program

Distribution of wheelchairs among people with disabilities, funded by the Australian High Commission through the Direct Aid Program.

Australian High Commission

2014–2016

IBBS Mapping Study — Faisalabad

Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance for key populations, conducted with AP/Bridge Consultants Foundation in collaboration with PACP.

Research & Survey

2005–2011

Canada-Pakistan HIV Surveillance (HASP)

National HIV/AIDS surveillance project in Faisalabad funded by Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) — Rounds I through IV.

CIDA Funded

2014

HTC/VCT Volunteer Program

Volunteer project for HIV Testing & Counseling for spouses of people who inject drugs (PWID/IDUs) in Faisalabad and Sargodha.

Volunteer Work

Project Timeline

HASP Round I — Faisalabad (2005)

Canada-Pakistan HIV/AIDS surveillance project funded by CIDA. First round of comprehensive surveillance.

HIV Prevention Programs Begin (2011–12)

Street-based IDU programs launched in Faisalabad in alliance with Roshan Rasta; World AIDS Day events held annually.

Sargodha Expansion (2012–13)

HIV/AIDS prevention program extended to Sargodha, supported by Punjab AIDS Control Program.

Wheelchair Program & Mapping Study (2014)

Wheelchair distribution with Australian High Commission. IBBS Mapping Study conducted in Faisalabad.

National HIV Surveillance Round IV (2015–16)

National and Provincial AIDS Control Program surveillance round with Bahria/Bridge Consultants Foundation.

Activities Gallery

Field Outreach

Training

Sargodha

World AIDS Day

Counseling

Group Session

Impact Stories

Community Engagement & Impact

BFRD conducts awareness programs, training sessions, and direct community interventions to create lasting social change. Our work reaches the most vulnerable populations across Faisalabad and Sargodha.

Community Awareness

Direct engagement with communities to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS prevention and health education.

Health Outreach

Providing health services and support to high-risk populations including street-based workers.

Training Programs

Capacity building and peer educator training for community leaders and health workers.

Women Empowerment

Supporting women's health rights and economic empowerment across rural communities.

Evidence-Based Work

Research & Surveillance Studies

BFRD conducts rigorous research and surveillance to understand HIV/AIDS epidemiology and guide intervention strategies across Punjab.

2014-2016

IBBS Mapping Study

Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance for key populations conducted in Faisalabad with AP/Bridge Consultants Foundation.

Research & Survey

2005-2011

HASP Project

Canada-Pakistan HIV/AIDS surveillance project in Faisalabad. Funded by Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).

CIDA Funded

2015-2016

National HIV Surveillance

AIDS Control Program surveillance round conducted in collaboration with Bahria/Bridge Consultants Foundation.

Surveillance

Research Methodology

Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance
Epidemiological Data Analysis
Community-Based Participatory Research
Data Management & Quality Assurance
Evidence-Based Reporting

Our Strengths

Professional Team & Capabilities

Our diverse team of experienced professionals brings expertise across research, health, education, law, and social development—enabling comprehensive, multi-sectoral approaches to community change.

Medical Professionals

Doctors and health practitioners with expertise in HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, and community health services.

Education & Academia

Professors, educators, and psychologists specializing in community education and behavioral change.

Legal & Advocacy

Lawyers and social activists committed to human rights and advocacy for vulnerable populations.

Team Experience Areas

Community-Based HIV/AIDS Prevention
Health Research & Surveillance
Reproductive & Maternal Health
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Drug Abuse Prevention & Rehabilitation
Women & Youth Empowerment
Health Education & Training
Primary Health Care Services

Beyond HIV/AIDS

Special Programs & Initiatives

BFRD expands its impact through disability support, youth awareness, and comprehensive health services addressing the full spectrum of community needs.