Ra'ana Liaquat Craftsmen’s Colony (RLCC)
Founded by Begum Ra’ana Liaquat Ali Khan in 1947 and officially inaugurated in 1954, Raana Liaquat Craftsmen’s Colony (RLCC) was established to uplift underprivileged communities by providing access to education, vocational training, and economic empowerment. Today, RLCC is a forward-thinking, rights-based nonprofit certified by the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy and recognized under the Income Tax Ordinance, serving over 20,000 beneficiaries annually. Its programs align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring holistic development for women and children.





Mission & Vision
Vision: To create self-sustaining and empowered communities where women and children have equal access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, ensuring long-term social and financial stability.
Mission: To uplift underprivileged communities through education, vocational training, healthcare, and financial empowerment programs, enabling women and youth to achieve economic independence and improve their quality of life.
Initiatives & Impact
-
Education & Capacity Building
-
Raana Liaquat Public School (RLPS) provides quality education to 676 students, with initiatives such as Montessori setup, afternoon classes, and monthly parent-teacher meetings.
-
Academic excellence is fostered through lesson plans, monitoring systems, inter-school competitions, science exhibitions, and sports weeks.
-
-
Vocational Training & Women’s Economic Empowerment
-
Offers 7 specialized courses benefiting 400 women in areas such as culinary arts, beauty, and professional development.
-
Graduates gain employment (13%) or start small businesses (8%), promoting entrepreneurship.
-
-
Livelihood & Financial Empowerment
-
Supports 300+ female artisans with skill development, market access, and financial literacy training.
-
Produced over 19,000 eco-friendly, upcycled products with high-quality standards and significant sales revenue through collaborations and exhibitions.
-
-
Community Health & Medical Outreach
-
Provides healthcare services to over 10,000 women and youth, organizing free medical camps, mental health support, eye care, and general medical consultations.
-
-
Outreach & Social Impact
-
Extends services to 9,500 community members, including legal and social referrals, awareness sessions on health and life skills, and collaborations with universities for volunteer and social work training programs.
-
Achievements (2023-2024)
-
676 students enrolled in RLPS with improved academic performance.
-
400 women trained in vocational courses, enhancing financial independence.
-
300+ female artisans supported with sustainable livelihood opportunities.
-
Healthcare services provided to over 10,000 beneficiaries.
-
Generated over PKR 5.8 million in sales revenue through vocational and artisan programs.
Future Goals & Expansion Plans
-
Expand RLPS to higher grades for continued education.
-
Introduce digital literacy and e-commerce training for women.
-
Launch new vocational courses in handicrafts, fashion design, and IT skills.
-
Strengthen financial literacy programs and support women-led businesses.
-
Enhance medical services with specialized maternal and child health initiatives.
-
Form new partnerships with NGOs, corporate partners, and academic institutions to expand outreach.
Conclusion
RLCC remains committed to its founding principles of empowerment, self-sufficiency, and sustainable community development. Through education, vocational training, healthcare, and livelihood programs, the organization continues to positively impact thousands of lives, fostering economic independence and social progress. With ongoing innovation, resilience, and strategic partnerships, RLCC is shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for women and children in Pakistan.