Sabrina Dawood
Sabrina Dawood | |
|---|---|
| سبرینہ داؤد | |
| Born | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Alma mater | London School of Economics University College, London |
| Occupations | Vice-chair, The Dawood Foundation |
| Known for | The Dawood Foundation's MagnifiScience Centre |
| Parent(s) | Hussain Dawood Kulsum Dawood |
| Relatives | Shahzada Dawood, Abdul Samad Dawood (brothers) |
Sabrina Dawood is a Pakistani philanthropist and educational activist promoting inclusive education and informal learning.[1]
Early life and education
Born and raised in Lahore.[2] Dawood earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology and Law from the London School of Economics and a Master of Science degree in Medical Anthropology from the University College London.[3]
Sabrina has three siblings, Azmeh, Samad, and Shahzada.
Career
Dawood has transformed the Dawood Public School,[4] a school in Karachi for over 2500 girls.[5] In her role as a trustee and executive of The Dawood Foundation (TDF) she has initiated the MagnifiScience brand. She began this work with science exhibitions in 2016 and 2017,[6][7] followed by a children's studio in 2018,[8] before opening in 2021 the first interactive Science Centre in Pakistan.[9][10]
During her tenure as Chief Executive Officer of TDF in 2017, she also oversaw the launch of TDF Ghar, a heritage-based learning space and museum in Karachi's Muhammad Ali Jinnah Road.[11][12]
Dawood is the chair of the Hussain Dawood Pledge, a philanthropic initiative supporting COVID-19 relief efforts.[13] She has been an advocate for integrating environmental topics[2] and climate change into formal education in Pakistan.[14]
In addition to her work with the Foundation, Dawood serves as director on the board of educational institutions and business enterprises.[15][16]
References
- ^ Jabeen, Yusra (23 August 2017). "A 100-year-old house finds new life as a cultural hotspot in Karachi". Images. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ a b Kazim, Syeda Shehrbano (30 October 2015). "Living Colours: 'Pakistan's ecosystem is extremely fragile'". Dawn. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "Ms. Sabrina Dawood". ksbl.edu.pk. Karachi School of Business & Leadership. Retrieved 10 December 2025.
- ^ "Creating a Shared Agenda for Mental Health". British Asian Trust. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "Dawood Public School Commemorates Universal Children's Day with Students from All Strata of Society". Trendinginsocial.com: Latest Entertainment, Fashion, Technology, Business, Travel & Sports News. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "Promoting critical thinking". Us - Magazine for the youth. October 2017. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "The Dawood Foundation announces 2nd Magnifi-Science Exhibition". News Update Times. 12 September 2017. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "TDF's first 'MagnifiScience Children's Studio' opens in Karachi". Business Recorder. 1 October 2018. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ Azam, Oonib (15 October 2021). "A praiseworthy endeavour to foster children's interest in science". www.thenews.com.pk. The News International. Retrieved 9 April 2022.
- ^ "Popularising Science through Informal Learning Spaces". TED Conferences. 3 May 2022. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ Kazi, Mudaser (24 August 2017). "TDF Ghar offers Karachiites a unique place to socialise". tribune.com.pk. The Express Tribune. Retrieved 10 December 2025.
- ^ Jabeen, Yusra (23 August 2017). "A 100-year-old house finds new life as a cultural hotspot in Karachi". Images. Dawn. Retrieved 10 December 2025.
- ^ Abidi, Mubahila (19 July 2022). "The Dawood Foundation and Allied Bank Partner to Establish High Dependency Unit at the Indus Hospital for COVID-19 Patients". indushospital.org.pk. Indus Hospital and Health Network. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "How to save the earth: Speakers tell audience to start battling climate change now". The Express Tribune. Express Tribune. 28 November 2015. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "Sabrina Dawood". Engro Corporation Limited. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
- ^ "Governance". www.wwfpak.org. WWF Pakistan. Retrieved 17 May 2023.