Karwan-e-Hayat (KeH) is one of Pakistan's leading non-profit mental health organizations, dedicated to the treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery of individuals living with mental illness. Established in 1983, the organization was founded by a group of visionary leaders from Karachi, including Begum Rana Liaquat Ali Khan, Dr. Zafar Qureshi, and Cardinal Joseph Cordeiro, the Archbishop of Karachi, with the mission of making quality mental health care accessible to all, especially underserved communities.
For more than 40 years, Karwan-e-Hayat has remained at the forefront of psychiatric treatment and psychosocial rehabilitation in Pakistan. The organization provides free or highly subsidized psychiatric services to patients who cannot afford treatment, ensuring that financial constraints do not become a barrier to mental health care.
Karwan-e-Hayat offers a comprehensive range of mental health services, including psychiatric consultations, psychological assessments, counseling, rehabilitation programs, community outreach, and family support. Its patient-centered approach emphasizes long-term recovery, social reintegration, and improving the overall quality of life for individuals living with mental illness.
The organization is registered under Section 2(36) of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, reflecting its recognized charitable status. Karwan-e-Hayat is also ISO 9001:2015 certified, demonstrating its commitment to international quality management standards. In addition, it is Shariah-compliant, certified by the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP), and recognized for its accountability, transparency, and excellence in service delivery.
Karwan-e-Hayat holds the distinction of being Sindh's only mental health facility with a regular Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC) license, highlighting its compliance with provincial healthcare regulations and commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care.
Over the decades, Karwan-e-Hayat has played a pioneering role in raising awareness about mental health, reducing stigma, and promoting accessible psychiatric services across Pakistan. Through its compassionate care, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to public service, the organization continues to transform lives and remains a trusted institution in the country's mental health sector.
