Founding Story
From Street Rescues to Structured Care
Hamdard Animal Welfare Foundation (HAWF) was founded by Shazia Parveen and Mohd Tosif, driven by a deep compassion for stray and injured animals in Sohna. What began as small, personal rescue efforts soon grew into a community-driven mission to provide consistent care, food, and shelter for the voiceless. Recognizing the urgent need for structured support, they registered HAWF as a Section 8 non-profit organization. Today, HAWF is committed to building a kinder world through medical aid, sterilization drives, auto-feeder installations, and adoption programs—offering hope, healing, and dignity to every life they touch.
Founders:
Meet Our Founders
Mohd Tosif, who leads as the Director of Operations & Outreach, and Shazia Parveen, the Co-founder and Project Director. Together, they bring a powerful blend of compassion and dedication to animal welfare. Their hands-on involvement—from field rescues to strategic planning—drives the foundation’s mission forward.
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Mission
Our mission at Hamdard Animal Welfare Foundation is to rescue, treat, and care for stray and injured animals while promoting adoption, sterilization, and community awareness. We are committed to creating a safe, compassionate environment where every animal receives the dignity, love, and protection they deserve.
Vision & Goal
To build a compassionate and safe world where every stray animal has access to care, food, shelter, and love.
Provide free or affordable treatment to stray and injured animals
Build a full-scale animal shelter and rehabilitation center
Launch a peer-to-peer Pet Blood Bank system
Expand auto-feeder installations across Sohna and beyond
Conduct regular vaccination and sterilization drives
Promote adoption and foster programs for homeless animals
Raise public awareness through education and community engagement
Why Choose Hamdard Animal Welfare?
Because we care with action — rescuing, healing, feeding, and protecting animals with compassion and transparency.
What does Hamdard Animal Welfare Foundation do?
We rescue, treat, shelter, and rehome injured or abandoned animals, while also running awareness and vaccination drives.
How can I report an injured animal?
You can fill out the "Report an Animal in Need" form on our website or contact us via our emergency WhatsApp number.
Is your organization registered?
Yes, we are registered as a Section 8 non-profit company dedicated to animal welfare.
Can I donate online?
Absolutely! We accept donations via UPI, bank transfer, and also provide QR code scanning for fast contributions.
How can I volunteer?
You can join as a volunteer, foster home, blood donor partner, or rescue driver by filling out the volunteer/partner form on our website.
. Do you provide free or discounted treatments?
Yes, we offer free and low-cost treatments for stray and abandoned animals.
I’ve seen many NGOs, but the dedication of Hamdard Animal Welfare is truly unmatched. Transparent, sincere, and full of heart.