Lahore, October 26,2026: Renowned philanthropist Yasin Joyia, President of the Eye Donation Welfare Society and Honorary Consul General of Sri Lanka in Lahore, has been honoured with an Award of Recognition for Humanitarian Aid by Belgian parliamentarian Fouad Ahidar.
The award recognises Joyia’s longstanding humanitarian services and contributions to public welfare, including facilitating more than 2,000 free corneal transplants in Pakistan and helping secure the release of 56 Pakistani prisoners from Sri Lanka.
He also contributed to efforts following the killing of a Sri Lankan citizen in Sialkot in 2021, an incident that drew international attention.
Through his philanthropic initiatives, Jo has supported vulnerable communities, improved access to eye care and promoted humanitarian cooperation between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
His work has also helped project Pakistan’s positive image internationally by highlighting compassion, cross-border cooperation and practical assistance for people in need.
The recognition acknowledges the importance of sustained philanthropic engagement in addressing social challenges and promoting humanitarian values and international understanding.
Joyia’s award highlights his continued commitment to serving humanity, improving lives and fostering goodwill across borders.
