🏫 Event Overview
An Educational Kits Distribution Ceremony was successfully held at Government Girls High Secondary School (GGHSS) Adina, Tehsil Razar, District Swabi, under the DLG Scholarship Program 2025.
The event was honored by the presence of the Chief Guest, Ms. Irum Amin, Project Coordinator for the Scottish Scholarship Programme at the British Council.
🤝 Welcome & Opening Remarks
The ceremony commenced with a warm welcome extended to the Chief Guest by:
- Mr. Qasim Khan, Programme Director, De Laas Gul (DLG)
He also provided a brief overview of the scholarship initiative and its objectives. The Executive Director of DLG was also present on the occasion, further highlighting the importance of the program.
🎤 Key Address & Insights
During his address, the Executive Director:
- Welcomed Ms. Irum Amin to Swabi
- Expressed gratitude to the British Council for its continued support of girls’ education
- Highlighted a critical issue:In many households, girls are still considered a financial burden
He further emphasized:
- Over 50% of girls are forced to drop out due to lack of educational resources
- Poverty can only be reduced through education, not child labour
- Students must complete their education to become responsible and active citizens
🌟 Chief Guest Remarks
Ms. Irum Amin appreciated the efforts of DLG for their impactful work across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
She encouraged students to:
- Make the most of this opportunity
- Focus on their studies with dedication
- Play a vital role in building a prosperous and peaceful nation
🎁 Distribution of Educational Kits
The ceremony concluded with the distribution of educational kits to selected students under the Scottish Scholarship Programme.
This initiative aims to:
- Reduce the financial burden on families
- Promote girls’ education
- Empower young students with the resources they need to succeed
🌍 Community Impact
The DLG Scholarship Program 2025 reflects a strong commitment to:
- Educational empowerment
- Gender equality in education
- Sustainable community development in Swabi and beyond