Here’s the translation into American English:
The organization ‘La Pandi’ has announced its creation as a non-profit initiative aimed at promoting healthy eating in schools across Spain. This educational project, which launched in 2018 under the initiative of Sakata Seed Ibérica, seeks to raise awareness about the importance of consuming fruits and vegetables among young people.
For seven years, La Pandi has sponsored around 400 workshops annually, impacting over 70,000 students. Javier Bernabéu, the president of the association, emphasizes the significance of this work, highlighting that it offers an educational activity to motivate children to adopt a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, thereby contributing to their health.
A central element of this initiative is the “La Pandi Universe,” which includes animated characters representing different fruits and vegetables, as well as stories and interactive games in both Spanish and English. This methodology aims to establish a connection with children and encourage healthy eating habits from an early age. The association’s work has been recognized with awards from organizations such as AESAN, the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition.
The association consists of two types of members: ambassador partners, who are dietitians and nutritionists that facilitate workshops in schools, and collaborating partners, which include entities from the productive sector aligned with La Pandi’s goals. Among them are companies like Sacoje and Grupo Lucas, as well as organizations like “5 al día” and the Giafys Foundation.
Entities looking to promote healthy eating in their communities can sponsor workshops. For example, DO Estepa has funded activities in eight schools, while Grupo Lucas has supported 20 workshops in five schools, highlighting the importance of these programs in educating about children’s health. According to nutritionist Rebeca Pastor, the workshops take place in a family-friendly environment, facilitating more effective and enjoyable learning for children.
This effort not only aims to educate children but also to engage families in the importance of maintaining a balanced diet, generating a positive impact on the health and future of new generations.
via: MiMub in Spanish
