{"id":1136,"date":"2024-10-22T11:32:56","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T10:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/riseintl.org\/?page_id=1136"},"modified":"2026-09-29T07:55:58","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T06:55:58","slug":"founderpresident-message","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/riseintl.org\/index.php\/founderpresident-message\/","title":{"rendered":"Founder &#038; President Message"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1136\" class=\"elementor elementor-1136\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4043a2a9 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4043a2a9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-595f72e8\" data-id=\"595f72e8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37d1c56c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"37d1c56c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">From the desk of  the President<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-45e0d35 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"45e0d35\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b68c3f5\" data-id=\"b68c3f5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-bd8c7c9 elementor-section-content-middle elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"bd8c7c9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-1d2b182\" data-id=\"1d2b182\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-580359f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"580359f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"#\">To all Friends &amp; Supporters<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-3cb02cf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3cb02cf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-c30f754\" data-id=\"c30f754\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a0d618 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3a0d618\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-768x353.png\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-image-1283\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-768x353.png 768w, https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-1024x470.png 1024w, https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-1536x705.png 1536w, https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28-600x276.png 600w, https:\/\/riseintl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-28.png 1960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50eaa35 elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"50eaa35\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><h2>Transforming Lives. Empowering Communities. Building Sustainable Futures.<\/h2><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;At RISE International, we believe that real and lasting change begins when people are given the opportunity to learn, lead, innovate, and thrive. Our mission extends far beyond the implementation of projects. We are committed to unlocking human potential, restoring hope, and creating sustainable pathways to opportunity for those who need it most. Every donation, partnership, and act of support is an investment in a brighter future, stronger communities, and generations of impact.&#8221;<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><hr \/><h2>Dear Friends, Donors, Partners, and Supporters,<\/h2><p>Welcome to <strong>RISE International<\/strong>.<\/p><p>I founded RISE International with a simple yet powerful vision: <strong>to create a world where every individual, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to the opportunities, skills, and support needed to achieve their full potential.<\/strong><\/p><p>Today, millions of people around the world continue to face barriers to quality education, economic opportunity, digital inclusion, and sustainable development. At RISE International, we are committed to breaking these barriers by equipping individuals and communities with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities they need to build better futures.<\/p><p>Our work is driven by the belief that sustainable development begins with investing in people. Through innovative programs in <strong>education, technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital skills, entrepreneurship, community development, environmental sustainability, and livelihood empowerment<\/strong>, we help individuals transform challenges into opportunities and aspirations into achievements.<\/p><h3>Why Our Work Matters<\/h3><p>The world is changing at an unprecedented pace. Technology, climate change, economic uncertainty, and social inequalities continue to create new challenges, particularly for vulnerable and underserved communities.<\/p><p>At RISE International, we respond to these challenges by:<\/p><ul><li>Expanding access to education and lifelong learning opportunities.<\/li><li>Equipping young people with future-ready digital and technology skills.<\/li><li>Empowering women and marginalized communities through economic inclusion.<\/li><li>Promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable livelihoods.<\/li><li>Strengthening climate resilience and environmental stewardship.<\/li><li>Building bridges through interfaith dialogue, collaboration, and social cohesion.<\/li><li>Developing local leaders capable of driving long-term community transformation.<\/li><\/ul><p>Our goal is not merely to provide assistance but to create lasting solutions that enable individuals and communities to become self-reliant, resilient, and prosperous.<\/p><hr \/><h2>The Role of Our Donors and Partners<\/h2><p>Every success story begins with someone who chose to believe in the potential of others.<\/p><p>The impact we create is made possible through the generosity of donors, foundations, corporations, development agencies, and individuals who share our vision for a more equitable and sustainable world.<\/p><p>Your support enables us to:<\/p><p>\u2705 Reach underserved communities with life-changing programs.<br \/>\u2705 Equip young people with digital and entrepreneurial skills.<br \/>\u2705 Empower women and vulnerable populations through education and economic opportunities.<br \/>\u2705 Develop innovative solutions that address social and environmental challenges.<br \/>\u2705 Expand our impact to new communities and future generations.<\/p><p>Together, we are not simply funding projects. We are creating opportunities, restoring dignity, fostering innovation, and transforming lives.<\/p><hr \/><h2>Our Vision for the Future<\/h2><p>As Founder and President, my vision is to establish RISE International as a leading catalyst for sustainable development, innovation, and social transformation worldwide.<\/p><p>We aspire to build communities where:<\/p><ul><li>Every child has access to quality education.<\/li><li>Every young person is equipped for the digital economy.<\/li><li>Every woman has the opportunity to lead and succeed.<\/li><li>Every community can withstand environmental and economic challenges.<\/li><li>Every individual can contribute meaningfully to society.<\/li><\/ul><p>This vision is ambitious, but with strong partnerships, committed supporters, and shared purpose, it is entirely achievable.<\/p><hr \/><h2>Join Us in Creating Lasting Impact<\/h2><p>Whether you are a donor, corporate partner, foundation, volunteer, mentor, educator, investor, or advocate, your involvement can make a profound difference.<\/p><p><strong>Together, we can:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Empower future leaders.<\/li><li>Expand educational opportunities.<\/li><li>Drive innovation and digital inclusion.<\/li><li>Promote sustainable development.<\/li><li>Strengthen communities.<\/li><li>Transform lives for generations to come.<\/li><\/ul><p>The future we envision cannot be built alone. It requires collaboration, compassion, and a shared commitment to creating meaningful change.<\/p><hr \/><h3>With Gratitude,<\/h3><p><strong>Ishfaq Chaman<\/strong><br \/><strong>Founder &amp; President<\/strong><br \/><strong>RISE International<\/strong><\/p><h4>Our Promise<\/h4><p><em>To empower communities, foster innovation, create opportunities, and deliver sustainable impact through transparency, accountability, and excellence.<\/em><\/p><h3>Call to Action<\/h3><p><strong>Partner With Us \u2022 Donate \u2022 Sponsor a Program \u2022 Mentor \u2022 Volunteer \u2022 Invest in Innovation \u2022 Create Lasting Change<\/strong><\/p><blockquote><p><strong>Together, we can turn potential into opportunity, opportunity into success, and success into sustainable transformation.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-0eee40c\" data-id=\"0eee40c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6be05e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6be05e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"#\">Share Your Thoughts<\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99784df elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"99784df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\"><strong>Email<\/strong>:  ishfaq.chaman@riseintl.org or ishfaqc@hotmail.com<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-map-marker-alt\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\"><strong>address location<\/strong>:  Lahore, Pakistan<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the desk of the President To all Friends &amp; Supporters Transforming Lives. 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