Bringing people and institutions together.
Community leaders, councillors and lawyers joined OPF, Punjab OPC and Pakistan High Commission representatives at OPWC’s Slough seminar.
Explore this workOverseas Pakistanis Welfare Council
Community welfare, outreach and representation for overseas Pakistanis in the UK.
The Overseas Pakistanis Welfare Council brings volunteers, community leaders and Pakistani institutions together. Serving our community since 2015.
Naeem NaqshbandiFounder & Chairman
What brings us together
OPWC connects people with one another, with practical support and with the institutions that matter to their lives.
Explore our workSelected work
Community leaders, councillors and lawyers joined OPF, Punjab OPC and Pakistan High Commission representatives at OPWC’s Slough seminar.
Explore this workLocal volunteers worked with the Pakistan High Commission and the mosque committee to support outreach in Hemel Hempstead.
Explore this workOPWC distributed food packages to NHS, Police and Royal Mail key workers on behalf of the Pakistan High Commission.
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Independence Day & Defence Day celebrations · 2015Our story
Established in 2015, OPWC has brought people together around a shared purpose: the wellbeing of overseas Pakistanis.
From national-day celebrations in Maidenhead in 2015 to the Slough community seminar in 2025, OPWC has brought people together with civic leaders and Pakistani institutions.
Explore our storyOur leadership
OPWC’s work has brought together its leadership, local organisers, specialist forums and volunteers.

Founder & Chairman
Founded OPWC in 2015 and leads its development, community representation and engagement with Pakistani institutions.
Read Naeem’s biography
President
Contributes to the council’s community representation, welfare activities and gatherings, drawing on his experience in hospitality.
Read Abid’s biographyCommunity enquiries · Volunteering · Collaboration