Projects
Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (CED)
The Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (CED) was established by the Pakistan Association of the Deaf (PAD) to provide high-quality, accessible education and professional development opportunities for Deaf children and youth across Pakistan. CED is built on the principle of empowering Deaf individuals through inclusive education, sign language proficiency, and skill-based learning so they can live independent, confident, and productive lives.
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National Research Institute of Pakistan Sign Language (NRIPSL)
The National Research Institute of Pakistan Sign Language (NRIPSL) is one of the flagship projects of the Pakistan Association of the Deaf (PAD). This initiative is dedicated to the development, research, and standardization of Pakistani Sign Language (PSL) to ensure that Deaf individuals across the country have access to both basic and modern knowledge in a clear, accessible, and culturally relevant form.
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Deaf Welfare Service
The Pakistan Association of the Deaf (PAD) is committed to supporting the overall well-being of Deaf individuals and their families through its comprehensive Deaf Welfare Service. Our aim is to ensure that no Deaf person is left behind due to financial hardship, lack of resources, or emotional distress.
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Deaf Women Empowerment Center
At PAD, we believe that when a woman is empowered, an entire family is strengthened—and when families progress, the whole society moves forward. Keeping this principle at the center of our mission, we ensure that Deaf women are never overlooked or excluded from any opportunity for growth, learning, or awareness.
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Deaf Sports Board
The Deaf Sports Board is a major project of the Pakistan Association of the Deaf (PAD), created to promote physical activity, teamwork, discipline, and confidence among Deaf individuals nationwide. PAD recognizes that sports are essential for the personal development and social inclusion of Deaf youth and adults.
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Interpreter Services for the Deaf
Qualified sign language interpreters are essential for ensuring that Deaf individuals can communicate independently, access their rights, and fully participate in society. Recognizing this need, PAD established the Interpreter Services for the Deaf (ISD), a professional and dedicated service that provides high-quality interpretation wherever and whenever a Deaf person requires support.
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Deaf Madrassa
The Pakistan Association of the Deaf (PAD) is distinguished by its unique expertise in developing sign language vocabulary that reflects the full range of words used within the Deaf community. One of PAD’s most significant contributions is its leadership in Islamic education for Deaf individuals. PAD is the first institution in Pakistan to introduce a structured initiative through which Deaf students can learn Islam, including religious concepts, Islamic terminology, and Quranic verses, in Pakistan Sign Language (PSL).
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PAD Youth Section
PAD has always been guided and led by Deaf leaders who understand the community’s needs from within. Continuing this legacy, PAD has launched a dedicated project for Deaf youth titled PAD Youth Section (PADYS). This initiative is designed to nurture and empower the next generation of Deaf leaders.
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