Sarim Burney

Sarim Burney is a Pakistani Human rights activist and philanthropist, known as the founder of Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International, advocating for human rights, especially women and children.

Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International In 1990, Burney founded Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International. The Trust has been at the forefront of addressing critical issues such as human trafficking while also supporting the rights of women and children, providing disaster relief, and legal aid. The Trust has provided tangible support, including financial assistance to persons with disabilities and programs to facilitate social integration.

Notable work Burney's work has been particularly notable in rescuing child camel jockey and establishing a database to document human rights abuses. The Trust has played an essential role in providing shelter and support to victims of exploitation. His global advocacy efforts have focused on defending the rights of prisoners, particularly those who have been wrongly accused and lack legal representation.

Controversies Sarim Burney faced a major controversy when he was arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in Karachi on charges of human trafficking. The arrest was made following a complaint by the [US government]. Burney was detained after arriving in Karachi from America.

Personal life Sarim Burney is the brother of Ansar Burney, another prominent philanthropist who also served as the Federal Minister for Human Rights in Pakistan's cabinet between 2007 and 2008. However, differences have arisen between the Burney's brothers, particularly over a televised exchange controversy in 2012.