Girls on Wheels: Why Cycling Feels Like a Revolution?

Picture this: a group of girls laughing, hair flying, pedaling down a quiet street under the sun—just pure freedom and joy. Now picture it in Pakistan, where public spaces aren’t always welcoming to women. That’s what makes cycling here not just fun—but revolutionary

More Than Just a Bike Ride: In a society where many girls rely on male family members for transport, riding a cycle is more than fitness—it’s independence. It’s the power to move without asking for permission, to show up where you want, when you want.

For years, cycles were seen as “for boys.” Girls who pedaled in public faced stares and judgment. But things are shifting—and so are the gears.

Wheels of Change: For girls in underserved communities, a cycle isn’t just a ride to school—it’s a shortcut to opportunity. It saves time, builds confidence, and teaches decision-making. It’s responsibility on two wheels.

And when girls ride together? That’s magic. Group rides turn strangers into sisters, and streets into safe spaces.

Cycling = Self-Care: Let’s not forget the health boost—cycling reduces stress, boosts mood, and feels amazing. In a world where women’s wellness is often ignored, this is low-cost self-care that empowers from the inside out.

Let’s Keep Pedaling: Cycling for women in Pakistan is still far from “normal.” But every time a girl hops on a bike, she’s pushing forward—not just on the road, but in life.

So let’s cheer them on. Give them bikes, helmets, and a whole lot of encouragement. Because when girls move, the whole world moves with them.

Join the Movement

At Al Furqan Welfare Organization, we’re taking that movement a step further with Cycle for Education—our first-ever girls-only Cyclathon. Every pedal taken helps raise funds for 100 girls’ education, proving that two wheels can, indeed, change lives. 

We invite you to be part of this powerful movement by donating, supporting, or spreading the word.

Let’s ride together for change – one girl, one book, one dream at a time.

📲 You can Pledge via Website: https://alfurqanwelfare.org.pk/ways-to-donate/sponsor-a-childs-basic-education/ OR

🗳️ Donate through our Bank Account:
ACCOUNT NAME: Al Furqan Welfare Organisation
ACCOUNT #: 100605269240001
IBAN: PK28BKIP0100605269240001
BANK NAME: Bank Islami Pakistan Ltd.

Together, we can turn 100 dreams into 100 empowered lives.🌸