Youth Development

Global mobility platform inDrive has announced a new education initiative in Pakistan aimed at equipping school-age children and young people with skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), coding, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The program is designed to promote digital literacy and create future opportunities for children, with a special focus on families connected to Pakistan’s growing gig economy. 80% of Seats Reserved for Drivers’ Children The initiative will prioritize children of inDrive’s driver partners, with 80% of program seats reserved exclusively for drivers’ families. The remaining 20% will be allocated to children from marginalized communities. Students will be enrolled across three age groups to ensure age-appropriate learning and skill development. According to the company, the program is being introduced in Pakistan after the successful implementation of a similar pilot project in Egypt. Passengers Can Support the Initiative Through Loyalty Rewards As part of the initiative, inDrive has integrated a donation feature into its inDrive MAX loyalty program. Passengers using the app earn digital loyalty coins through their rides and can choose to donate those coins to support the STEM education program. The donated rewards will help fund learning materials, equipment, technology resources, and training infrastructure for participating students. The feature allows users to contribute to the educational initiative without making direct monetary donations. Focus on Technology for Social Impact Speaking about the initiative, Muhammad Awais Saeed, Country Lead for inDrive Pakistan, said the objective extends beyond teaching technical skills. He explained that the program is designed to help students use technology to solve real-world problems within their own communities while encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and responsible innovation. According to Saeed, the initiative aims to demonstrate how technology can become a practical tool for positive social change. Program Targets More Than 400 Students During its initial rollout, the education program plans to train more than 400 students across Pakistan. Approximately 100 students will be enrolled at each regional location, with classes organized into four to five specialized learning groups to maintain effective classroom sizes and personalized instruction. The structured approach is intended to maximize learning outcomes while providing students with practical exposure to STEM, coding, and AI technologies. Supporting Digital Inclusion in Pakistan Through the initiative, inDrive says it aims to strengthen digital inclusion by creating educational opportunities for children who may have limited access to technology-focused learning. By combining its mobility platform, loyalty program, and community engagement efforts, the company seeks to support the next generation of digital talent while contributing to the long-term development of Pakistan’s technology ecosystem. The initiative also reflects a broader effort to empower families participating in the gig economy by investing in education and future-ready skills.