BACA, a leading charity dedicated to Christian persecution relief, continues its unwavering commitment to the well-being of Suleman (16 yrs), Sonia (13 yrs), and Poonam (11 yrs), who tragically lost their parents who were raped, tortured and burned alive after a false accusation of blasphemy in 2014 (click here). Since the tragic event, BACA has been a steadfast source of support for the siblings, offering a range of essential services, including a live-in nanny, home repairs, medical care, pest control, clothing, and vital items such as computers and beds. The live-in nanny we provide not only attends to the children’s…
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An 18-year-old Christian woman was tragically raped by a Muslim man in Sheikhupura after being lured to an isolated brick factory. The perpetrator threatened to kill her brother if she revealed the assault. In a bid to silence her, the rapist’s family offered a bribe of Rs. 20,000 for a compromise, which the courageous family refused. BACA has successfully relocated Eman Khuram, the vulnerable survivor, to safety, as the rapist, Ansar Shah, secured interim bail and his relatives continue to pressure her family to settle. On 7th November, Eman, returning from her job at a shoe factory, was trapped and…
Tragically, two Christian brothers were murdered after refusing to participate in drug trafficking for Muslim drug lords in Rachna Town, a suburb of Lahore. One brother died at the scene, while the other succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital. The police have registered an FIR against the perpetrators, but no arrests have been made as of yet. Meanwhile, the family of the victims remains under constant threat from the murderers, who are still at large. The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) visited the grieving family, offering legal support and committing to help them seek justice. Please…
A young Christian woman, aged 18, was tragically raped by a Muslim man in Sheikhupura. The perpetrator lured the victim to an isolated brick factory, where he assaulted her and threatened to kill her brother if she revealed the incident to anyone. In an attempt to silence the victim, the rapist’s family has offered a financial bribe of Rs. 20,000 for a compromise, which the family have refused. The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) team has visited the victim’s family to offer support and stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8ew7fYKhSs On 7th November, Eman Khuram, an…
In a life-changing initiative, the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has installed a water pump for the Christian and Hindu communities in the remote settlement of Saif ul Mari, Mirpur Khas. The new pump provides safe drinking water directly to the residents’ doorsteps, reducing the risk of waterborne diseases and easing the burdens faced by families—particularly the women—who previously had to make long, hazardous journeys to collect water from distant sources. The need for clean water was brought to BACA’s attention by volunteer Evangelist Prabhu Das, who has been serving and supporting these communities in Saif ul Mari. Deeply…
October 29, 2024 – Thousands of Pakistani Christian families fleeing severe religious persecution are stranded in Thailand, a country with strict immigration laws that does not recognize asylum seekers, forcing them to live as undocumented immigrants. These families, some of whom have lived in Thailand for over a decade, endure extreme hardship while waiting for a chance to secure safe futures in welcoming countries. In Thailand, where there are no formal systems to support or even recognize asylum seekers, these families suffer from inadequate financial resources, lack of food, no employment opportunities, and limited medical support. Without access to education…
A Pakistani Christian asylum-seeking family has been arrested in Thailand after Thai immigration officers raided the condo where they had been living in hiding. Five family members, including a young boy left mentally impaired after being hit by a train when 5 years old, were taken into custody. The entire family is now being held in Bangkok’s notorious Immigration Detention Center, known for its harsh conditions and overcrowding. This incident highlights the plight of Pakistani Christians fleeing persecution, who, despite seeking refuge, face the constant threat of arrest in Thailand. Without official refugee recognition, they live in fear of raids and…
In the small village of Saif Mari, located in Mirpur Khas, Sindh, nearly 20 Christian and Hindu families are struggling with the basic necessity of clean drinking water. These impoverished farm worker families have no access to a hand pump and must rely on water from irrigation ditches located in distant sugarcane fields—a perilous and unhealthy source. Despite the United Nations’ global recognition that clean water is a fundamental human right, millions of people around the world continue to live without access to it. Sindh, one of the most water-scarce regions in Pakistan, is a stark example. While government and…
The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has stepped in to provide critical relief to families in Village Shah Muhammad, located in the sub-district of Jam Nawaz Ali. Torrential rains in late August devastated the area, leaving many poor families without employment, as local labor opportunities have dried up. Struggling with near-starvation, many patriarchs are forced to travel daily to nearby towns in a desperate search for work. The situation is dire, with families battling not only hunger but also the threat of mosquito-borne diseases in the aftermath of the rains. Evangelist Sagar Masih, who serves this community, reached out to…
On 20th October, doctors successfully performed cataract surgery and fitted new lenses to restore the eyesight of Nawab Bibi (76), wife of Zafar Bhatti (56), Pakistan’s longest-serving blasphemy convict under section 295-C. Nawab Bibi has become increasingly frail, with age-related decline and ongoing health issues like persistent high blood pressure severely impacting her vision. Last month, she confided in a BACA officer that she had fallen twice due to her deteriorating eyesight. With a heavy heart, she shared, “The only wish I now have, after Zafar’s release, is to see him and care for him in the time I have…