The Pakistani-American Pushtoon community gathered to mark the 3rd anniversary of the Pushtoon Rozgar Program, an initiative that channels small contributions from the United States into livelihood opportunities for deserving individuals in Pakistan.
Consulate Recognizes Community-Led Initiative
Representing Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai, Deputy Consul General Umar Sheikh attended the event and praised the program’s tangible impact. He highlighted how it has helped people in Pakistan establish small businesses such as operating rickshaws and running shops, enabling them to earn a dignified living and support their families.
Empowering Through Self-Reliance
The Deputy Consul General commended the founders, donors, and volunteers for their dedication to empowering communities through self-reliance. He reaffirmed the Consulate General’s support for such grassroots initiatives and encouraged the Pakistani-American community to expand their outreach to uplift even more families in Pakistan.
