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Tree plantation done by the community and shopkeepers of Kharadar Chowk as part of its revitalization project being undertaken by HF.

Tree plantation done by the community and shopkeepers of Kharadar Chowk as part of its revitalization project being undertaken by HF.

The local community members and shop keepers did a tree plantation drive at the Kharadar Chowk. The Chowk is being revitalized by the Heritage Foundation with the support of DC South Karachi and his team.

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RIBA publishes a book titled “ 100 Women: Architects in Practice”, which includes Dr. Yasmeen’s Lari’s profile and works.

RIBA publishes a book titled “ 100 Women: Architects in Practice”, which includes Dr. Yasmeen’s Lari’s profile and works.

RIBA publishes a book titled “100 Women: Architects in Practice”, which includes Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s profile and works. This highly illustrated book provides a flagship reference for women’s contribution to architecture, offering inspiration to readers through 100 profiles.
The book can be accessed at the following link:
https://www.ribabooks.com/100-Women-Architects-in-Practice_9781859469637#

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Ravensbourne University London selects Dr. Yasmeen Lari as the Creative Changemaker of 2023.

Ravensbourne University London selects Dr. Yasmeen Lari as the Creative Changemaker of 2023.

Ravensbourne University London selects Dr. Yasmeen Lari as the Creative Changemaker of 2023. They have released a short video which features Dr. Yasmeen Lari’s work on empowering communities through sustainable design practices.
The video can be accessed at the following link:
https://vimeo.com/888026578/dbc965d889?share=copy

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The historic Denso Hall Building restored by the Heritage Foundation was handed over to Mayor Murtaza Wahab on Dec 15th, 2023.

The historic Denso Hall Building restored by the Heritage Foundation was handed over to Mayor Murtaza Wahab on Dec 15th, 2023.

The historic Denso Hall building which was restored by the Heritage Foundation of Pakistan at a cost of 15 million rupees was handed over to Mayor Murtaza Wahab on Friday December 15th, 2023. The event was attended by the Heritage Foundation board members where a short handing over ceremony was held.
The key was handed over to Mayor Murtaza Wahab and a short prayer for the flourishing of the city of Karachi and the safety of its historic buildings was recited by Heritage Foundation board member Afroza Bhamani. Afterwards, the chairperson conducted the Mayor around a display, consisting of pictures of the state of the building when it was taken over by the Heritage Foundation from Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation. There was a lot of damage caused to the building on account of misuse by KWSC, and a lot of effort was required to restore it to its original condition.

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Dr. Yasmeen Lari has accepted the invitation of the 6th Sense Forum to speak at the Aga Khan University Auditorium on 12th December, 2023.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari has accepted the invitation of the 6th Sense Forum to speak at the Aga Khan University Auditorium on 12th December, 2023.

Dr. Yasmeen Lari has accepted the invitation of the 6th Sense Forum to speak at the Aga Khan University Auditorium on 12th December, 2023. The topic she has chosen is “Building Resilient Communities by Decolonizing and Decarbonizing Humanitarian Assistance.”

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ArchDaily publishes an article on “In conversation with Dr.Yasmeen Lari.”

ArchDaily publishes an article on “In conversation with Dr.Yasmeen Lari.”

ArchDaily published an article on “In conversation with Dr. Yasmeen Lari.”

She said; “We have abdicated as a profession our responsibility towards the planet.”

The original article can be accessed at the following link:

https://www.archdaily.com/1007077/we-have-abdicated-as-a-profession-our-responsibility-towards-the-planet-in-conversation-with-yasmeen-lari

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ArchDaily publishes an article on 10 projects by Dr. Yasmeen Lari, the 2023 RIBA Royal Gold Medal winner.

ArchDaily publishes an article on 10 projects by Dr. Yasmeen Lari, the 2023 RIBA Royal Gold Medal winner.

ArchDaily published an article on 10 projects by Dr. Yasmeen Lari, the 2023 RIBA Royal Gold Medal winner. Through a systematic approach, Dr. Lari’s work takes into consideration local culture, site-specific opportunities, and challenges.

The original article can be accessed at the following link:

https://www.archdaily.com/1000417/barefoot-social-architecture-10-projects-by-yasmeen-lari-the-2023-riba-royal-gold-medal-winner

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HF has prepared two brigades, 24 strong, to teach regenerative farming to 100 villages in order to make them food secure.

HF has prepared two brigades, 24 strong, to teach regenerative farming to 100 villages in order to make them food secure.

The Heritage Foundation of Pakistan has prepared two brigades, 24 strong, to teach regenerative farming to 100 villages in order to make them food secure. The villages are in Mirpur Khas and Tando Allahyar districts. The aim is to reach 400 villages.

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Lari Barefoot Academy trains women in the art of tile making. These women are now ready to earn money using their new found skill.

Lari Barefoot Academy trains women in the art of tile making. These women are now ready to earn money using their new found skill.

Lari Barefoot Academy trains women in the art of tile making. The training is taking place in Pono Village, Sindh. These women are now ready to earn money using their new found skill.

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Dawn publishes an article on the resilient housing solution designed by HF for the flood affected areas of Sindh, Pakistan.

Dawn publishes an article on the resilient housing solution designed by HF for the flood affected areas of Sindh, Pakistan.

Dawn publishes an article on the resilient housing solution designed by the Heritage Foundation of Pakistan for the flood affected areas of Sindh province in Southeastern Pakistan. The article focuses on the houses built in the village of Kewal Kohl, a village in the Mirpur Khas disctrict of Sindh province.

The original article can be accessed at the following link:

https://www.dawn.com/news/1790484

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