223 Artificial New Limbs Provided Since Pakistan Earthquake in 2005

We just received word from our partners at the Fauji Foundation Artificial Limbs Centre, that 223 people have now benefited from PakTrust funded artificial limbs.

Whilst lives continue to be distrupted by the great earthquake in Pakistan in 2005, 223 individuals and families are benefitting from a little independence which artificial limbs provide. Artificial limbs can never replace real limbs, but they can help alleviate everyday problems a little, and give the victims a little of their life back.

A huge thanks to Fauji Foundation, our donors and army of volunteers for doing their utmost to help the earthquake victims.

Watch videos of some of the victims with their artificial limbs here.

Our favourite story so far is of a young child writing with his artifical hand just six or so short months after the earthquake.

In the midst of such carnage, this young child displayed heart-warming hope – a hope that there is life and opportunities even in the most dire circumstances. This child is an inspiration to us all.

Do you have any favourite stories from the earthquake in Pakistan, or an earthquake or disaster anywhere?