Ensuring dignified healthcare for women and children

Help us build Behbud Maternal & Children Hospital, a 100-bed facility that delivers life-saving care to underserved women and children.

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Behbud: 50+ years of empowering women & uplifting communities

Since 1967, Behbud has been at the forefront of women’s empowerment in Pakistan. Our comprehensive approach combines skill development, education and quality medical care creating lasting change in communities.
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Families empowered through our holistic approach across health, education, and livelihoods
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Women & children cared for via access to affordable, quality healthcare services
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Women equipped with knowledge through formal and informal learning programs
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Women supported through vocational training and income-generation opportunities for women

Why maternal & child health matters

According to a joint report by WHO, UNICEF, and UNFPA, a woman in Pakistan dies every two minutes from pregnancy or childbirth complications. These deaths are largely preventable, yet they persist due to a lack of access to skilled care and basic health infrastructure

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Children under five die daily from preventable causes like infections and birth complications.

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Mothers die daily from preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications.
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Women of reproductive age suffer from anemia, increasing pregnancy risks.
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Children under five are stunted due to chronic malnutrition.

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Pakistan ranks among the highest in maternal mortality in South Asia.
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Midwives per 10,000 people, far below global standards.

Behbud Maternal & Children Hospital - A lifeline in the heart of Rawalpindi

A transformational healthcare care facility in Rawalpindi, designed to provide free and subsidized healthcare to underprivileged mothers and children.

65,450 sq. ft

Purpose-built hospital

100-bed

Tertiary care facility

24/7

Maternal & pediatric care

3-year

Construction timeline

$5.8

Million total project cost

Join our mission to ensure healthier mothers & children

Your support can help us create a world-class healthcare facility that will serve thousands of families for generations to come.

Unified healthcare services for women & children

We provide comprehensive healthcare services tailored to meet the unique needs of mothers, children, and families in our communities.

For Expectant Mothers

For Expectant Mothers

  • Antenatal check-ups and screening
  • Safe delivery and labor services
  • Gynaecology & hormonal disorder treatments

For Newborns & Infants

  • Neonatal ICU
  • Resuscitation & emergency services
  • Immunization and wellness screening

Reproductive Health & Family Planning

  • Contraceptive counseling & services
  • Reproductive health education
  • Support for maternal nutrition & wellness

Women’s Health & Gynaecology

  • Treatment of pelvic infections and inflammatory diseases
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) & hormonal disorders
  • Endometriosis, fibroids, and gynaecological evaluations
Pediatric

Pediatric Services

  • Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI)
  • Growth monitoring & developmental screenings
  • Treatment for common childhood illnesses
Diagnostic

Diagnostic & Allied Services

  • Family dental care
  • Eye & ear clinic services
  • Mental health counseling
  • Bone, joint & physiotherapy services
  • Diagnostic ultrasound & laboratory testing
Outreach

Outreach & Education

  • Free medical camps
  • Health education & nutrition training
  • Midwife-led care in underserved areas

Education & Outreach

We are committed to building healthier communities by reaching underserved populations with the knowledge, tools, and training they need to thrive.

Free medical camps

We bring preventive care and education directly to the people who need it most.

  • Mobile OPD clinics for remote and underserved areas
  • Reproductive health workshops for women and adolescents
  • Nutrition & breastfeeding awareness sessions
  • Immunization drives to protect children from preventable diseases
  •  Mental health support and health screenings

Health education & advocacy

We work hand-in-hand with local leaders and volunteers to promote

  • Safe motherhood practices
  • Family planning awareness
  • Early signs of maternal and child health complications
  • Stigma-free reproductive health education

Midwife training program

To close Pakistan’s critical gap in skilled birth attendants, we are training the next generation of midwives.

  • Comprehesive skill training for birth attendents
  • Hands-on clinical training at BMCH
  • Guaranteed job placement upon graduation
  • Ongoing mentorship and support

Support our mission

Your support brings life-saving care to thousands of women and children. There are many ways to contribute

Donate

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal.

Partner

Collaborate with us for long-term, sustainable social impact.

Volunteer

Join our volunteer community to give your time and talent.

Our leadership

Our hospital is backed by a dedicated team of health professionals, educators, seasoned advisors and community leaders.

Mrs. Abida Saleem Malik

President, Behbud Association of Pakistan

Dr. Sajid Maqbool

Pediatrician; MBBS, FCPS, MRCP (UK), DABP (USA), FRCS (Can), FAAP (USA)

Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Dr. Nigar Johar

Former Surgeon General of Pakistan

Backed by a tribe of compassionate allies

Together with our partners and sponsors, we are delivering hope, health, and dignity to mothers and children in need.

News & Stories

Stay informed about our community work, patient stories, and project milestones.

Certifications & Recognition

Behbud is one of Pakistan’s highest-rated non-profits

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy – Certified NGO
Directorate General of Social Welfare, Pakistan – Officially Registered
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Pakistan – Tax-Exempt NGO
U.S. Department of the Treasury / IRS – 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
Companies House, UK – Officially Registered Non-Profit

Join our mission to ensure healthier mothers & children

Your support can help us create a world-class healthcare facility that will serve thousands of families for generations to come