To create a platform that serves and protects that best interests of the British Pakistani community Come join the movement today!
The BPF is a non-profit, secular, non-partisan community building platform founded in 2010. We envisage that the British Pakistani community have their own platform and support system to take advantage of the country they are born in and contribute back to society within every sector of the UK community. We have started on the journey but there is a lot more that needs to be done.
18/06/2026
A huge thank you to Sophina Rafique for joining us for Episode 16 of Spotlight. 💚
From her journey into law to the people who supported, guided and believed in her along the way, Sophina shared thoughtful reflections on the power of community, representation and opening doors for others 🏡
An important conversation and one we won’t forget☺️
🎥 Watch the full interview via the link in our bio.
In this snippet Sophina reflects on the importance of seeing British Pakistanis represented across every field - not only in corporate spaces, but in the arts, education, media and beyond.
She also shares a powerful reminder that our stories are about more than challenges and setbacks. Ours is a community filled with joy, creativity, achievement and so much worth celebrating 💛
A beautiful message to leave us with. 💚
🎥 Watch the full interview via the link in our bio.
18/06/2026
🎙️ Outstanding British Pakistanis | Spotlight on Sophina Rafique
In this episode, we speak with Sophina Rafique, Senior Lecturer in Law and Policing, qualified solicitor, and educator, about her journey into law and academia, the people and experiences that have inspired her, and the values that continue to guide her work.
Sophina reflects on the opportunities and expectations that shape our paths, the importance of investing in young people, and why finding joy and purpose in what we do matters just as much as success itself.
🎥 The full episode is now live on our YouTube channel - link in bio.
17/06/2026
BPF Fellowship Programme in partnership with LUMS ☀️
You’ve given them every advantage so far. Here’s the next one.
“Future-ready” isn’t about more of the same - it’s about the skills the next decade will actually reward. This summer, your child can build real fluency in 14+ AI tools, develop a founder’s mindset, and gain the confidence to turn an idea into something real 💻
Through the BPF Fellowship Programme with LUMS, students will spend two weeks immersed in hands-on learning, innovation and entrepreneurship at one of Pakistan’s leading universities - preparing them for the world as it’s becoming.
Enrol now via the link in our bio 🔗
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16/06/2026
Urdu Word of the Week ☀️
Beginning - (Aaghaz) آغاز
A word that captures the excitement of starting something new. Whether it’s a new journey, a new skill, or a fresh chapter in life 💫
We recently launched our Urdu classes and couldn’t be happier to see so many new faces joining us on this journey of learning and connection 💕🥹
What Will People Say ❓
Join us at Kismet Cafe for an evening of stand-up comedy with five brilliant British Pakistani comedians.
Expect stories, observations and jokes inspired by family life, relationships, identity and all the little things we can probably all relate to.
🎤 Salman Malik
🎤 Bobby Jethro
🎤 Farhan Solo
🎤 Ooper Walay Bhai
🎤 Noreen Khan
📍 Kismet Cafe, London
📅 Saturday 27 June
⏰ From 6PM
Presented by the British Pakistan Foundation in collaboration with Plan Your Entertainment.
We can’t wait to see you there
05/06/2026
Take a moment to pause, paint, and reconnect with yourself 🎨
The British Pakistan Foundation, in collaboration with The Reset Room by SQ, invites you to Watercolour for Wellness. A calming, beginner-friendly creative session hosted by touring artist Sunduss Qidwai.
Join us for an evening of mindful watercolour painting, reflection, and community connection at Filli Cafe, Marylebone.
All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is needed.
📅 Tuesday, 9th June
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Filli Cafe, Marylebone, London
🎟️ Entry is FREE
Limited slots available. RSVP via the Eventbrite link in bio🎨
05/06/2026
Today’s Urdu word of the week:
✨🤍 Love - (Muhabbat) محبت
A word that sits at the heart of so much of our language, poetry and culture.
Whether it’s love for family, friends, community or faith, muhabbat reminds us of the connections that bring us together🏠
And speaking of muhabbat, we were so happy to welcome our new learners as BPF’s Urdu Language Programme began yesterday 💚
It has been wonderful to see so many enthusiastic faces taking the first steps on their Urdu learning journey, and we can’t wait to see their confidence grow over the coming weeks ☺️
02/06/2026
“What Will People Say?” 🎤
A British Pakistani Stand-Up Comedy Night bringing together some of the UK’s funniest comedians for a night of chaos, culture and painfully relatable humour 🇵🇰✨
🎙️ Salman Malik
🎙️ Bobby Jethro
🎙️ Farhan Solo
🎙️ Ooper Walay Bhai
🎙️ Noreen Khan
📍 Kismet Cafe, London
🗓️ Saturday 27th June
⏰ From 6PM onwards
Tickets available now via the link in bio 🎟️
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |