Okaasan Foundation

At Okaasan Foundation, we believe every woman & man carries the power to transform her life, her / his family, and her / his community. This reel highlights our mission to uplift women through education, resources, and confidence-building opportunities. From skill development to leadership training, we are committed to creating spaces where women feel empowered, valued, and unstoppable.

Through our entrepreneurship and business development programs, we help women turn ideas into income-generating realities. We provide guidance, mentorship, and the tools needed to build sustainable businesses that create long-term impact. At Okaasan Foundation, we are not just supporting women — we are investing in a future where they lead with strength, creativity, and financial independence.

Name : Nasir A. Qureshi
Designation : Project Lead
Email : Nasir@okaasanfoundation.org

Mr. Nasir A. Qureshi is a healthcare professional leading preventive health initiatives focused on early detection and management of diabetes, under the banner of Doctors (PCDA). He serves as Project Lead for the “Beating Diabetes” initiative, implemented in CSR collaboration with Okaasan Foundation. Through this collaboration, he is about to start supporting nationwide screenings, awareness programs, and data-driven health promotion aligned with international preventive care guidelines. Very soon under the banner of recent collaboration between Okaasan Foundation and Mr. Nasir Qureshi and other Doctors (PCDA) will perform medical events.

Nasir Qureshi, IDF-Certified Diabetes Educator, Sonologist, and Member of the British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS), is a preventive healthcare professional dedicated to early detection, metabolic risk reduction, and structured diabetes awareness initiatives.
He serves as Project Lead for the “Beating Diabetes” Initiative, a preventive health program focused on community screening, risk stratification, and evidence-based lifestyle intervention models aligned with international diabetes prevention frameworks.
Through CSR collaborations and institutional partnerships, including engagement with Okaasan Foundation, he is leading structured screening drives, awareness programs, and data-driven health promotion campaigns aimed at reducing the growing burden of diabetes in Pakistan. This initiative is completely aligned with the PCDA’s public health policy and the Lipid forum of Pakistan.
His approach integrates:
Diabetes education (IDF framework)
Non-invasive risk screening
Preventive imaging insight
Lifestyle-centered behavioral modification
Community-based early intervention models etc.

Beating Diabetes
A Preventive Health Screening Initiative by Okaasan Foundation
Introduction
Beating Diabetes is a pioneering preventive health screening initiative launched by the Okaasan Foundation to combat the rapidly growing diabetes epidemic through early detection, risk identification, and preventive intervention.
Diabetes is no longer a disease of old age. Increasingly, it affects younger populations due to sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy dietary habits, and rising obesity.

Our initiative focuses on identifying at-risk individuals before diabetes develops, allowing timely lifestyle modification and prevention.

Our belief is simple : Prevention is more powerful than cure.
The need :

Pakistan is among the top countries affected by diabetes, with millions living undiagnosed or at high risk.
Many people develop complications such as:
Heart disease
Kidney failure
Stroke
Vision loss
These complications can be significantly reduced or prevented through early screening and intervention.

Beating Diabetes addresses this gap by bringing preventive screening directly to communities, schools, and workplaces.
Our Objectives :
Early identification of individuals at risk of diabetes
Creating awareness about preventive health
Promoting lifestyle modification
Developing long-term health monitoring cohorts
Supporting organizations in protecting their workforce health

Our Screening Program
Our screening is designed using standardized preventive health protocols and includes:
Health Risk Assessment
Personal and family history evaluation
Diabetes risk scoring
Lifestyle assessment
Physical Measurements
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Waist circumference
Blood pressure
Laboratory Screening
Blood glucose testing

Counseling and Preventive Guidance
Each participant receives:
Personalized risk assessment report
Lifestyle counseling
Diet and exercise guidance
Preventive recommendations

Our Unique Model
Beating Diabetes follows a long-term preventive cohort model, allowing:
Continuous health monitoring
Risk progression tracking
Early intervention when needed

Evidence-based preventive strategies
This model creates sustainable, measurable impact.

Target Institutions
We collaborate with:
Corporate Organizations
Helping companies build healthier, more productive teams.
Educational Institutions
Screening students to identify risk early and protect future generations.
Healthcare Institutions
Supporting preventive healthcare programs.
Community Groups
Making preventive healthcare accessible to the general population.
Why Prevention Matters
Studies show that diabetes can be delayed or prevented in high-risk individuals through:
Weight management
Healthy diet
Physical activity
Lifestyle modification
Early screening saves lives and reduces long-term healthcare burden.

Our Vision
To create a diabetes-aware and prevention-focused society.

Our Mission
To reduce the future burden of diabetes through early detection and preventive health action.

Partner With Us
We invite organizations to partner with us in this life-saving initiative.
Partnership Benefits
Healthier workforce
Reduced medical costs
Corporate social responsibility impact
Professional health screening services
Institutional health reports

Our Impact Goal
Screen thousands of individuals annually
Identify high-risk populations early
Build Pakistan’s first preventive diabetes cohort model

Join the Movement
Diabetes prevention starts with awareness and early action.
Together, we can protect future generations.

Contact Us
Okaasan Foundation
Email: Nasir@okaasanfoundation.org
Phone: +92321-2429243
Website: www.okaasanfoundation.org

Images of First Preventive Health Screening drive of the “Beating Diabetes” Event

Inauguration of the First Preventive Health Screening drive of the “Beating Diabetes” Project of the Okaasan Foundation, endorsed by the PCDA (Primary Care Diabetic Association).
The session was inaugurated by Dr Neelofar Imtiaz renowned general physician & Gynecologist and owner Sana Medical Centre.

PCDA Media Secretary Dr. Shakeel Ahmed was the Chief Guest.
To honor his presence and support a recognition Shield is presented to Dr. Shakeel Ahmed by President of Okaasan Foundation Muhammad Taha Khan accompanied by Mr. Saif Ur Rehman Vice President of Okaasan Foundation and Mr. Nasir Qureshi Project Lead.

For community service encouragement, certificates were also given to volunteers Ms. Tehreem and Muhammed Ammar by the Project Lead Mr Nasir Qureshi & The President of Okaasan Foundation Mr. Muhammad Taha respectively.

President Okaasan Foundation Mr. Muhammad Taha Khan,
Vice-President Mr. Saif ur Rehman and the Project Lead Mr. Nasir Qureshi, presented the shield of appreciation to Dr. Neelofar Imtiaz for giving her time & allowing to utilize the premises of the Sana Medical Centre to serve the cause.

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At our organization, we believe in empowering women to unlock their potential and drive change. By providing resources, mentorship, and advocacy, we support women in pursuing their dreams, breaking barriers, and shaping a more equitable future for all.

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Okaasan Foundation is a charity Foundation. We support in developments, promotions and empowerment.
Okaasan Foundation is a Non-Profit Organization and was registered in 2024 / 2025 in Pakistan having registration number KAR NO. 058 2024-25.

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Strengthening Society Through Women’s Empowerment

Empowering women is not just about uplifting individuals; it’s about building stronger, more inclusive communities. When women are given equal opportunities to thrive—through education, employment, and leadership roles—they become powerful drivers of positive change in society. Women empowerment enhances economic growth, promotes social equality, and fosters resilience within families and communities. By providing women with the tools, resources, and support they need to realize their full potential, we are shaping a future that values every individual’s contribution, creating a world where everyone can succeed. Together, we can create lasting impacts that go beyond individuals to uplift entire generations.