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At The Pledge 2025, Usman Ahmed Khan, 2023 Teach For Pakistan Alum, shared a story that began with a student who endured bullying - an experience that opened a window into the hidden struggles of an entire school community. In his talk, Usman reflects on how that moment became the catalyst for Tahaffuz, a community-driven effort to create a culture of safety, dignity, and belonging.

He takes us inside the process of knocking on doors, listening to parents, and working alongside teachers to challenge harmful norms and rebuild trust. It’s a journey of turning pain into purpose—where emotional safety became as important as academics, and collective belief transformed the school’s environment.

Usman’s story is a reminder that change begins when someone dares to ask, “What will it take?”—and is willing to act until the answer reshapes the future.