ABOUT PAFA

Pakistani American Friendship Association was formed in 1973 with simple ideas of bringing the community together, staying connected, keeping our culture alive, and making a positive social impact. With focus on social and charitable activities, the community has successfully made Indiana a place many can call home. We plan events that keep our culture alive, help us stay in touch with our traditions, and introduce people of Indianapolis and neighboring cities to our wonderful heritage Our events include but are not limited to Concerts by Pakistani Singers, Qawaali’s, Poetry Recitals, and Sport tournaments. PAFA is currently a strong diverse community where many are available to connect to for provide advice to the young early professionals and entrepreneurs, and mentorship to students so that we may assist our community towards success as best as we can.

Historical Timeline

June 1973:

Some Pakistani immigrant families in Central Indiana formed an organization for social and charitable activities called Pakistan Friendship Association.
Key members of the committee in 1973:
- President: Prof. Mohammad Ishaq (Late)
- Treasurer: Dr. Shahid Athar
- Vice President: Dr. Mohammad Iqbal Malik

1974:

President: Dr. Mohammad Iqbal Malik
Treasurer: Mr. Anwar Shah
Vice President: Dr. Shahid Athar
General Secretary: Mr. Mashood

1992:

Some PFA members created Pakistan Association of Indiana (PAI).

1999:

The organization’s name was changed to Pakistan American Friendship Association to promote friendship between Pakistani and Non-Pakistani American communities.

October 2005:

PAFA raised funds and collected several container loads of clothing, food, and medicine for the disaster area in Pakistan after a major earthquake hit.

PAFA Elections 2023 - Announcement

The 2025 Election was held, and a new Executive Committee was elected by the General Body. The election process was conducted electronically and was supervised by a third-party solution provider, Masjid Solutions.

PAFA CONSTITUTION

Executive Committee

SAIMA BUTT

President

RIZWAN WARAICH

Vice President

SHAHRUKH KHAN

General Secretary

SAIMA BANGASH

Treasurer

Dr. Muhammad Ansar

Coordinator

People who have been involved with PAFA over the years.

• Dr. Adil Ashary

• Dr. Aisha Zafar

• Dr. Asif ansari

• Dr. Haroon Qazi

• Dr Jamal Raza

• Dr. Mehmooda Ansari

• Dr. Mohammad Iqbal Malik

• Dr. Rashid Khairi

• Dr. Saeeda Khairi

• Dr. Shahid Athar

• Dr. Zahoor Ahmed Waseem

• Mr. Anwar shah

• Mr. Asad Ali Shah

• Mr. Asrar Barni

• Mr. Azeem Niazi

• Mr. Azher Khan

• Mr. Babar Rizvi

• Mr. Kamran Mehmood

• Mr Kashif Qasim

• Mr. Mashood

• Mr. Mohsin Ali Khan

• Mr. Muzaffar Ahmad

• Mr. Nadeem Sidiqui

• Mr. Naveed Barki

• Mr. Talha Barki

• Mr. Zafar Ansari

• Mrs. Aisha Ahmad

• Mrs. Uniqah Muzaffar

• Mrs. Walia Hasan

• Prof. Mohammad Ishaq

PAFA PROJECTS

Wheeler Mission

Pak-Am Day

Gleaner Food Drive

Writers Forum

Table Tennis Tournament

Visiting Pakistani Students Dinner

Participation on 23rd March Function at Chicago Consulate