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About NRP

Who we are, what we intend to build, the values we hold ourselves to, and the commitment to non-partisanship that makes the rest of it possible.

Who We Are

A national organization
for a national community.

NRP Washington, D.C. is a non-profit, non-partisan organization representing the Pakistani diaspora in the United States and strengthening the Pakistan–United States partnership.

We are committed to promoting Pakistan’s positive image, fostering economic opportunity, supporting community welfare, and building the institutional relationships that carry a partnership between two nations.

From the halls of government to the boardrooms of industry, from university campuses to community centers, we open doors — creating access, representation and opportunity for Pakistanis in America and for Pakistan itself.

Flags of Pakistan and the United States on the National Mall
Washington, D.C.Two flags. One shared purpose.

Our Promise

To unite the global Pakistani diaspora, strengthen the bonds between Pakistan and the United States, and work together for peace, prosperity, and sustainable development for future generations.

NRP Washington, D.C.

Mission & Vision

Purpose, written plainly.

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Our Vision

A world in which every Pakistani abroad is empowered, represented and connected — and in which Pakistan and the United States stand together as partners in peace, prosperity and progress.

  • Pakistan represented with dignity in American government, economy and civic life
  • An unbroken bridge of trust between two nations and two peoples
  • A diaspora united by purpose rather than divided by distance
  • Opportunity that travels in both directions, for generations to come
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Our Mission

To serve as the bridge between Pakistan and the United States — building collaboration at government and institutional level, and standing beside every Pakistani who arrives on American soil.

  • Advance institutional collaboration in education, health, trade and diplomacy
  • Provide access to leadership, policymakers and institutions on both sides
  • Support arriving Pakistanis with legal, residential and educational assistance
  • Fund, mentor and connect businesses building across both economies
  • Champion women, youth, minorities and humanitarian service

Core Values

Dignity · Service · Excellence · Unity

Four commitments that decide how we work, who we work with, and what we will not do.

Dignity

Every person we serve and every institution we sit with is treated with respect — and Pakistan is represented the same way.

Service

Leadership rooted in service — measured by lives changed and problems solved, not by titles held.

Excellence

Work worthy of the two flags we carry — prepared, accurate and accountable in every room we enter.

Unity

One diaspora, many voices — organized around a common purpose rather than divided by geography or background.

Non-Partisan Commitment

Non-profit.
Non-partisan. Permanent.

NRP Washington, D.C. does not endorse candidates, parties or political campaigns in either country. We represent a community, not a constituency — and we work with every administration and institution willing to strengthen the Pakistan–United States relationship.

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Across administrations

Governments change on both sides of the bridge. Our programs, partnerships and commitments do not.

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Across institutions

We engage government, universities, business and civil society on the same terms — factually, diplomatically and on the record.

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Across the community

Membership and service are open to every Pakistani-American regardless of province of origin, faith, background or political view.

United by Purpose

Driven by service.
Impacting lives.

Together, we can achieve greatness and create a lasting legacy for the generations who follow us.