In a small, remote village in Morkhiyar, a father lived with his wife and four children—two sons and two daughters. Their survival depended on collecting and selling firewood, a grueling task that barely earned them 12,000 PKR per month. Despite his hardships, he longed for a different future for his daughters, one that did not involve the same cycle of struggle.

"I want to educate my girls," he admitted, "but with no stable income, I have no choice but to involve them in woodcutting to support our survival." His words were heavy with regret, knowing that without support, his daughters' education remained an unattainable dream.

When the SCI team visited the village, they discovered that the daughters had never attended school due to financial constraints. Understanding the family's situation, they initiated a mobilization session, engaging the father in conversations about the long-term benefits of education. They shared stories of transformation—of families who had broken the cycle of poverty through education, of girls who had grown into independent, empowered women. Some community members also supported SCI in these conversations.

At first, the father hesitated. The burden of providing for his family loomed over him. But as the team continued their discussions, something changed. He began to see education not as a cost, but as an investment in his daughters' futures.

With newfound conviction, he made a courageous decision—he enrolled his daughters in school. Today, their names are on the school register, their presence in the classroom a testament to his determination.

Seeing his daughter in her school uniform for the first time, he smiled with pride. "I never thought this day would come," he said. "Now, I believe that if my daughters get an education, they will have choices that I never had."

SCI will continue to engage with the family, community, and the girls on an ongoing basis to ensure they remain in school and complete their education. SCI will also consider the family for an upcoming support package to be initiated during quarter two.