The Punjab School – Lahore
The SAF team arrived in Lahore with the objective of promoting community cohesion by disseminating positive messages and inclusive perspectives that increase social tolerance and counter extremist narratives. However, it was observed that they were primarily focused on sports activities rather than emphasizing behavior, life skills, and coaching.
In order to rectify this, a team of reputable coaches certified by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was engaged to implement the planned activities of the CFC program from the outset of the camp. Although initially challenging to capture the attention of the SAF team, a series of engaging group exercises proved successful in setting the stage for their active participation.
The students under the guidance of the SAF team were enthusiastic and eager to learn something new. The school administration also demonstrated support and commitment by assigning relevant teachers to work with the SAF team. In total, 17 teachers and 45 students (20 boys and 25 girls) received training on life skills.
On the final day of the camp, Mr. Gur Paul, Public Diplomacy Officer, and Mr. Tanveer Ahmed, Culture Specialist, joined the team to encourage the students. All the trained students received kit bags and certificates upon the successful completion of the camp. The end line assessment of the students showed a visible improvement in their knowledge and practices.
Overall, the SAF team's efforts in promoting community cohesion through the CFC program were successful, with positive outcomes observed in the knowledge and practices of the students.
Door of Awareness School – Lahore
The main focus of the SAF project was to provide underprivileged students with opportunities to enhance their skills. The 8th CFC camp was held at DOA School Johar Town Lahore, which caters to students from marginalized families receiving free education through a trust.
Initially, the students were hesitant to participate, posing a challenge to the SAF team. However, experienced coaches employed friendly games to engage them, ultimately succeeding in initiating planned activities. By the second day of the camp, the students demonstrated improved hygiene practices, discipline, integrity, and mindfulness, showcasing the imparted life skills.
World Grammar School- Lahore
The management of a school expressed interest in the SAF program and welcomed the team. After introducing the team and program objectives, coaches began field activities with separate groups of boys and girls. A total of 12 teachers and 45 students were trained on life skills, and a group of parents were also oriented on the project's objectives and outcomes.
The girl students showed particular interest in the activities and displayed their skills through role plays and related exercises. The school management provided full support and facilitation throughout the camp. The students learned valuable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, integrity, healthy lifestyle, health and hygiene, inclusivity, and time management. They demonstrated these skills through their behavior throughout the duration of the camp.
SAF Malikpur School
Shahid Afridi Foundation fully funds a school located in Malikpur Lahore, offering free quality education to underprivileged students selected through the project's criteria. After conducting a baseline assessment, the SAF team initiated activities with separate groups of boys and girls.
The female coach, Miss Farhea, began with a warm-up session followed by easy movements, incorporating discipline, teamwork, and time management skills. Meanwhile, the male coach, Mr. Tariq Haroon, engaged the boys in games and demonstrated life skills simultaneously. In total, 45 students, comprising 25 girls and 20 boys, were trained on life skills and applied skills such as teamwork, courage, discipline, and leadership.
At the end of the event, trained teachers and students shared their experiences of the activities and pledged to support the cause and replicate these types of activities in their own areas.
