Sindh Education Foundation was established in 1992 as a semi-autonomous organization to undertake educational initiatives in the disadvantaged areas of Sindh. Professor Anita Ghulam Ali was appointed the first Managing Director of the Sindh Education Foundation, a position she still holds. The SEF’s initial activities began with the provision of grants and loans to educational institutes and organizations. However, the SEF now provides communities with direct access to educational facilities by opening schools/centres through its various endeavors. The current projects not only provide education, but mobilize communities to meet their educational and developmental needs. Furthermore the Foundation also undertakes research initiatives, both qualitative and quantitative, to study the impact of its programs and identify improved systems for community enhancement. SEF’s publications include EDucate! Pakistan's 1st Magazine on Education & Development, Quantitative Analysis Booklet, SEF Newsletter and various literacy manuals.