Sarim Burney is a Pakistani social activist and philanthropist, known as the founder of Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International advocating for human rights, especially for women and children.[1] However, in June 2024, his career became mired in controversy, including allegations of human trafficking by the United States.
Sarim Burney | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Occupation(s) | Social Activist, Philanthropist |
| Known for | Founder of Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International |
| Notable work | Advocacy for human rights, particularly for women and children |
Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International
editIn 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.[2]
Notable work
editBurney's work has been particularly notable in rescuing child camel jockeys and establishing a database to document human rights abuses. The Trust has played an important role in providing shelter and support to the 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. Actually he is accused for human trafficking.[2]
Controversies
editSarim 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.[3][4][5][6]
Personal life
editSarim 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 Bernie brothers, particularly over a televised exchange controversy in 2012.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Founder | Sarim Burney Welfare Trust International".
- ^ a b c Desk, News (June 5, 2024). "Who is Sarim Burney?". The Express Tribune.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Rights activist Sarim Burney arrested on 'human trafficking charges'". www.geo.tv.
- ^ "FIA arrests Sarim Burney over human trafficking allegations". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ "Social activist Sarim Burney detained by FIA over human trafficking charges". June 5, 2024.
- ^ Desk, Web (June 5, 2024). "Sarim Burney booked in human trafficking case". ARY NEWS.
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