Education Ministry, Nestlé Pakistan Sign LoUs to Support Children’s Nutrition
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFEPT) on Saturday hosted a ceremony for the signing of two Letters of Understanding (LoUs) with Nestlé Pakistan aimed at promoting nutrition education and healthier lifestyles among children.
The LoUs were signed between Nestlé Pakistan and the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), and between Nestlé Pakistan and the Directorate General of Special Education (DGSE).
The ceremony was attended by Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Nadeem Mahbub, senior officials of the ministry, Nestlé Pakistan’s Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Sheikh Waqar Ahmad, Manager Corporate Affairs Zaira Ahmed, and members of the Nestlé Pakistan team.
Under the Nestlé for Healthier Kids initiative, the partnerships will focus on nutrition awareness, healthy eating, hydration, hygiene, physical activity, and responsible waste management.
Through the collaboration with FDE, up to 300 teachers will be trained, benefiting around 10,000 students in federal government schools.
The partnership with DGSE is designed to train up to 200 faculty members, therapists and multidisciplinary professionals, reaching approximately 2,000 children with special needs. The arrangement also includes the development of inclusive learning materials and the setting up of dedicated resource rooms.
Speaking at the ceremony, Secretary Nadeem Mahbub appreciated the collaboration and underlined the role of public-private partnerships in improving children’s health, well-being and learning outcomes.
Sheikh Waqar Ahmad said the partnerships reflected a shared commitment to improving children’s health and well-being through education. He said working with public institutions could empower teachers, encourage healthier choices and create a lasting positive impact for future generations.
