Within the framework of educational workshops with parents and children, we have highlighted the importance of breakfast, considered the most important meal of the day, as it provides the necessary nutrients and energy to successfully start school activities. Today, we worked on identifying the appropriate times for breakfast and the food groups we should prioritize to start the day with full energy.
Bingo and Family Fun
A joyful Family Day celebration was held at the Lipaya location with the organization of a bingo event in which children participated alongside their families. During the event, families enjoyed an atmosphere of camaraderie and interaction, strengthening the bonds among community members. The day was filled with fun, prizes, and special moments that highlighted the importance of family unity in a space for recreation and togetherness.
Let’s Learn Healthy Eating Habits Through the Nutritional Pyramid
One of the main objectives of the food security program is for children to learn how to eat healthily. This week, we conducted a pedagogical activity using the Nutritional Pyramid through a puzzle, where participants used their creativity and ingenuity to arrange the pieces while also internalizing the food groups and how we can combine them in each meal of the day.
Discover the colors of food through art
This week, the boys and girls in the food security program participated in a fun and colorful activity where they learned to identify the colors of different foods. Using paint and their own hands, the little artists appreciated the variety of healthy foods that are part of their daily lives. It was a day filled with joy, learning, and lots of color!
Quick and Healthy Options for Preparing at Home
This month, our nutritional workshop focused on strategies for preparing healthy meals quickly, considering that there are parents with multiple responsibilities. Our chef Jaime Buendía shared various food options that can be bought, handled, and prepared in advance, such as salads, pasta, vegetable protein croquettes, empanadas, soups, etc.
Training on Human Rights and Care Pathways
This week, the Foundation, in collaboration with the Personería of Barranquilla, held a training session on human rights and care pathways. The event provided participants with key information on rights protection and available resources for addressing cases of violation. This initiative strengthens the commitment of both institutions to the defense and promotion of rights in the community.
Leadership and United Generations Morning
This Saturday, the youth leaders of the Fundación Mi Ciudad Con Vida held a recreational event for the elderly in the community. During the event, participants enjoyed board games, a lively dance session, and a healthy snack. The activity aimed to promote integration and well-being among the elderly, strengthening intergenerational bonds. Attendees expressed their gratitude for this initiative, highlighting the effort and dedication of the young people.
Business Proposals Using the Canvas Model
This week, at the Soledad center, parents participating in the Entrepreneurial Behavior course with the National Learning Service (SENA) are developing their business proposals in a structured manner, identifying market needs using the Canvas model.
Learning strategies that promote adaptation to new foods
Throughout this month, we have conducted association and semantic awareness exercises to promote children’s adaptation and acceptance of new fruits and vegetables. This activity involved choosing a random letter from the alphabet, and the children had to write down a fruit and a vegetable that started with that letter, describing their taste and color.
Beneficiaries Lead with Environmental Care and Commitment in Tajamares Run
Adolescents and young people from the foundation actively participated in the Tajamares Run, supporting educational actions on environmental care and leadership. The race, held in a natural environment, not only promoted physical activity but also environmental awareness among the attendees.
Some young people stood out as competitors, demonstrating their commitment and skills in athletics. The participation of the beneficiaries in this race was a testament to their dedication to environmental protection and their leadership abilities in the community.
We congratulate all the participants for their great effort and commitment!