Dr. Shaikh Tanveer Ahmed, CEO of HANDS Foundation, recently welcomed a delegation from the McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program, USDA, to the HANDS EMO School at GHS Damba Village Karachi. The delegation included:

• Ms. Meredith Porter (International Program Specialist, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service)

• Ms. Sonjai Reynolds-Cooper (Director, Education Office, USAID Pakistan)

• Mr. Lila Ram (Education Specialist, USAID Pakistan)

• Mr. Rashid Raja (Agricultural Marketing Specialist, FAS-USDA Islamabad)

Purpose of the Visit

The visit aimed to understand the challenges and opportunities within school feeding initiatives. The delegation toured classrooms and engaged with students and parents to discuss their academic activities and food-related needs.

Key Activities

• Classroom Tours: Delegates observed the learning environment and interacted with students.

• Parent Engagement: Discussions with parents about their children's education and nutrition.

• Comprehensive Meeting: Held with the School Management Committee to address challenges and gather suggestions.

Outcomes

The delegation expressed satisfaction with the performance of the students and the structure of the EMO School. This visit underscores the commitment to enhancing educational and nutritional support for students in Sindh.

HANDS Foundation continues to be dedicated to nurturing impactful partnerships that drive positive change within communities.