FAQ
Find answers to common questions about what WALI is, where it works, what it offers, and how people, schools, donors, and partners can engage with the work.
WALI is an innovation-led social enterprise rooted in Ahmed Abad Wang, Bela, Lasbela, Balochistan.
It removes barriers of access, technology, and language so talent in underserved communities can connect with learning, livelihoods, and wider markets.
WALI is located in Ahmed Abad Wang, Bela, District Lasbela, Balochistan, Pakistan 90050.
The location matters because the lab is built close to the communities it serves instead of being designed from a distant urban center.
WALI works through three focused products: Urdu AI, WALI Studio, and WALI Zamindar.
See the products page and programs page for the clearest overview.
Urdu AI is WALI's flagship product: AI for everyone, delivered through accessible Urdu learning, workshops, and the Dost facilitator network.
See the Urdu AI initiative page, AI education in Urdu, and the Dost program article for deeper detail.
WALI Studio is the talent and market-connection pathway, helping people develop practical skills, credible work, and links to clients, mentors, and wider opportunities.
Schools and institutions can work with WALI on digital literacy, school pilots, PakEducate pathways, training, and field collaboration.
See the partners page or use the contact page to start the right conversation.
The broader WANG and WALI record includes support from Internet Society and SSGC, AVPN’s AI Opportunity Fund, British Council, Scottish Government, and other partners, alongside WIRE social enterprise revenue.
The partners page and resources page provide the cleanest public references.
You can contact WALI at [email protected] or +923218737322.
The contact page explains the best routes for donors, schools, media, and community-facing work.
