Hunger in the slums of Pakistan is a severe problem with grave consequences. Slums often face challenges such as limited access to clean water, inadequate sanitation, overcrowded living conditions, and insufficient healthcare, all of which exacerbate the problem of hunger.
In these areas, many families struggle to afford a nutritious diet, and malnutrition can be prevalent, especially among children. Lack of proper education and employment opportunities can further contribute to the cycle of poverty and food insecurity.
After doing a survey within our communities, we found that students were severely malnourished and at most, had one meal a day.
Typical diet in the life of student:
Breakfast: tea or biscuit
Lunch: nothing
Dinner: boiled vegetables or beans
Food is a basic right and we needed to ensure our students were nourished if they would thrive in and out of the classroom.
