Islamabad, June 19, 2025 — CARE Pakistan, with support from PepsiCo Pakistan and in partnership with the PepsiCo Foundation’s long-term commitment to driving social impact, marked the successful conclusion of its flagship She Feeds the World (SFtW) program with a national event titled She Nourishes Change. The event brought together policymakers, donors, researchers, civil society members, and community leaders to honor the women leading efforts to redefine agriculture, nutrition, and rural resilience in Pakistan.
Launched in 2023, SFtW was designed to address some of the most pressing challenges in rural Pakistan—including climate stress, food insecurity, limited access to clean water, and systemic barriers in agricultural systems. What emerged from the fields of Vehari and Okara over two years was not just progress, but transformation.
Program Highlights:
- Over 130,000 people were directly supported; an additional 1.5 million benefited indirectly.
- Village Savings and Loan Associations, led by women, mobilized over PKR 8.9 million for supporting micro-businesses and financial independence.
- Adoption of climate-smart farming practices boosted maize yields from 63.5 to 74.7 maunds/acre and potato yields from 60.1 to 69.4 maunds/acre.
- Ten water filtration plants provided 32,717 people with access to safe drinking water—many for the first time.
- 2,700 kitchen gardens were cultivated, helping women and families eat healthier and save more.
Welcoming guests and dignitaries, Adil Sheraz, Country Director, CARE Pakistan, stated:
“This program reminded us that real transformation doesn’t come from outside—it grows from within. She Feeds the World showed what’s possible when women lead with knowledge, confidence, and community support. We’re not just celebrating results—we’re witnessing the beginning of a movement led by women who are shaping the future of agriculture and dignity in Pakistan.”
Delivering the keynote address, Hatim Khan, Senior Director, International Programs at the PepsiCo Foundation, shared:
“What we’ve seen through She Feeds the World is not just improved farming – it’s a lasting impact that will continue to help transform the food system in communities across Pakistan. At the PepsiCo Foundation, we’re focused on building more inclusive and resilient farming communities and know that when women are trusted with resources, respected for their knowledge, and supported to lead, they don’t just grow crops – they can help build a stronger food future.”
The She Nourishes Change event featured powerful community stories—like that of Nageena, a poultry entrepreneur and savings group mentor. The event featured a high-level panel discussion on inclusive agricultural value chains and policy pathways for scaling gender-responsive food systems in Pakistan, with distinguished panelists including Haseeb Malik, Senior Director Supply Chain - Foods, PepsiCo Pakistan, who shared insights on PepsiCo’s vision for promoting inclusive and sustainable agriculture future in Pakistan.
The knowledge, skills, and confidence imparted to program participants are poised to help create impact not just today, but for generations to come. With proven results and strong community ownership, the model can be adopted at scale—across provinces, sectors, and systems.
CARE Pakistan calls on donors, government institutions, and private sector leaders to invest in what works: community-rooted solutions that build resilient food systems and brighter futures.
About CARE:
Founded in 1945 with the creation of the CARE Package®, CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. CARE places special focus on working alongside women and girls. Equipped with the proper resources, women and girls have the power to lift whole families and entire communities out of poverty. In 2024, CARE worked in 121 countries, reaching 53 million people through 1,450 projects. To learn more, visit www.care.org.
About the PepsiCo Foundation
The PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, invests in the essential elements of a sustainable food system with a mission to support thriving communities. Working with non-profits and experts around the globe, we're focused on helping communities obtain access to food security, safe water and economic opportunity. We strive for tangible impact in the places where we live and work—collaborating with industry peers, local and international organizations, and our employees to affect large-scale change on the issues that matter to us and are of global importance. Learn more at www.pepsicofoundation.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
About PepsiCo Pakistan
Operating in Pakistan since 1967, PepsiCo is one of the country’s leading food and beverage companies. Its local footprint includes a concentrate plant in Hattar, 17 beverage production facilities, and two state-of-the-art snack manufacturing plants in Sundar and Multan. Through regenerative agriculture initiatives covering over 30,000 acres, and a retail network supporting more than 700,000 outlets nationwide, PepsiCo plays a vital role in strengthening Pakistan’s economy and agri-food ecosystem. With a workforce of over 1,500 employees, the company continues to drive sustainable growth through investments in local production, water stewardship, and community development.
For more information contact
Wasim Durrani
Director BD, Communications and Advocacy
Wasim.durrani@care.org
Mudabbir Maajid
Communications Specialist
Mudabbir.maajid@care.org