Mexico City, October 11, 2024. San José de Toxi, located in the municipality of Atlacomulco, State of Mexico, was recently the scene of important social actions organized by the Mazahua Association I.A.P.the Panamerican Assistance Society I.A.P. Sociedad de Asistencia Panamericana I.A.P. (SIPASA), of the Universidad Panamericana, and the Private Assistance Board of the State of Mexico (JAPEM).
These initiatives, carried out in the facilities of the Mazahua Association I.A.P. between July and September 2024, benefited more than 450 families in the community, promoting education, health and general wellbeing.
Food support: delivery of food pantries
From July 20 to 26, 2024, the delivery of pantries with non-perishable items was carried out, reaching more than 300 families. This initiative was made possible thanks to the Say yes to rounding upcampaign, organized in collaboration with the OXXO chain of stores and JAPEM, in which OXXO customers were the main donors.
The campaign sought to comitigate food insecurity in the region, highlighting the importance of proper nutrition and promoting healthy habits among the beneficiaries.. The pantries contained essential products that will facilitate families' access to a balanced diet.
Boosting education: donation of school supplies
Between August and September 2024, more than 100 elementary and high school children and youths received school supplies as part of a campaign led by CRG Raíces H&M, Asociación Mazahua, and JAPEM. as part of a campaign led by CRG Raíces H&M, the Mazahua Association, and JAPEM.
These supplies, delivered to low-income students, are aimed at preventing school dropouts and promoting education as a fundamental pillar for the development of new generations. avoid school dropout rates and promote education as a fundamental pillar for the development of new generations.. At the event, it was emphasized that investment in education is also an investment in the future, with a view to building a more equitable and responsible society.
Promoting health: donation of personal hygiene items
From August 12 to 23, 2024, the Mazahua Association and SIPASA organized a campaign to deliver personal hygiene items. Thanks to a generous donation from SABA, managed by JAPEM, products such as sanitary napkins, toilet paper and disinfectants were distributed to more than 50 families.
The objective of this initiative was to improve the hygiene and health conditions of the beneficiaries, emphasizing the importance of personal care to maintain a healthy lifestyle.The objective of this initiative was to improve the hygiene and health conditions of the beneficiaries, emphasizing the importance of personal care to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
A commitment to the community
The three campaigns (food pantries, school supplies and hygiene items) were a clear example of the synergy between different organizations and companies committed to social welfare.
The organizers thanked the volunteers for their participation and stressed the importance of continuing to promote these initiatives to improve the quality of life of the families of San José de Toxi. In addition, emphasis was placed on social social responsibility and long-term sustainability as key values in the implementation of these projects..
These collective efforts have demonstrated how collaboration between public and private entities can have a significant impact on vulnerable communities. significant impact on vulnerable communities, promoting not onlyby promoting not only immediate assistance, but also sustainable development in key areas such as education, health and nutrition.
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