About ILLD
Bridging the Gap That Others Leave Behind
Thousands of young people in Pakistan pass their Matric, FA, or FSc exams each year — only to find the doors to higher education closed due to financial hardship, lack of guidance, or absence of support structures. At the same time, a growing population of retirees, widows, and senior citizens finds itself sidelined: isolated, under-utilised, and deprived of purpose.
ILLD was founded on the belief that these two groups need each other. We do not run parallel programs for youth and seniors. We build a connected society — one where learning, mentorship, and human dignity flow across generations.
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Human potential does not expire
We believe every person — regardless of age or background — has something to contribute and something to gain.
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Creating mutual value, not one-way charity
We treat every beneficiary as a contributor, mentor, and community asset.
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Transition-focused, not event-based
Our programs are designed for sustained life transitions, not one-off events.
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Promoting active, dignified aging
Seniors are not recipients of care — they are leaders, mentors, and pillars of community life.
Why We Are Different
Life Cycle Based Approach
We design for transitions across the full span of human life.
Connected, Not Siloed
We do not serve age groups in isolation — we build a connected society.
Focused on Impact
Every program is designed with clear, measurable outcomes in mind.
Transparency
Governance, finances, and outcomes are openly shared with all stakeholders.
Board of Directors
Chairperson
Mansoor Ahmad
A seasoned entrepreneur and founding partner of Zeitgeist, one of Pakistan's leading contemporary clothing brands. A graduate of the National College of Arts (NCA), he brings a blend of artistic insight and strategic leadership. With over a decade of experience in not-for-profit governance, Mansoor brings deep expertise in institutional strengthening and strategic direction.
Board Member
Sajid Maruf Khan
A senior finance and governance professional with over 30 years of experience in financial management and institutional oversight. A Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and Fellow Public Finance Accountant (FPFA), he has held leadership roles at LUMS, IDEAS, and CDPR. He has overseen programs funded by USAID, DFID, World Bank, UNDP, and OSF.
Board Member
Zara Salman Bandial
An Economist and public policy expert with over a decade's experience working with donor organizations and policymakers. She holds an MSc in Development Studies from the London School of Economics and a BSc (Hons) in Economics from LUMS. She currently serves as CEO of the Consortium for Development Policy Research (CDPR) and as an independent director for Millat Group of Companies.
Operational Team
Chief Executive / Director
Saima Noreen
An academic and development professional with over 15 years of experience in higher education, gender studies, and educational leadership. She served as Deputy Director (Academics) at the University of Home Economics (UHE), Lahore. An Erasmus Mundus (GEMMA) scholar, she holds a Master's in Gender and Women's Studies from Central European University and the University of Lodz, an MPhil in Gender Studies, and a Gold Medal Master's degree in Women's Studies. She also served as Director (Education & Outreach) at the Aalam Bibi Foundation.
Advisors
Dr. Faisal Bari
Advisory profile to be added.
Dr. Atifa Usman
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Sheikh Ali Hussain
Advisory profile to be added.