PIHDM empowers 60 Rawang children with Back-to-School assistance

Feb 22, 2025

Mercy Almeida Stellus, Rawang
On February 8, the Parish Integral Human Development Ministry (PIHDM) of the Church of St Jude made a significant contribution to the education of 60 children from the B40 families in Rawang. PIHDM members accompanied the children to a shopping centre to purchase essential school supplies, including uniforms, sports attire, shoes and socks.

The day began with a heartwarming presentation by the SP Care Group, led by its founder Dr Sathia Prakash and his family. Each child received a cash voucher, writing materials, and a new schoolbag.

Dr Sathia, in his address to the students, encouraged them to value these gifts and to focus on their studies, emphasising that poverty should not be a barrier to academic success.

Further support came from Anthony Raja, Operations Manager of Aspen Pumps Group from Sungai Buloh, who presented the PIHDM with a cheque for RM2,000 for the Back to School programme. Raja echoed Dr Sathia’s sentiments, urging the children and their parents to prioritise education.

The PIHDM’s Back to School programme extended beyond Rawang, with similar aid provided to two other homes in Kajang, demonstrating its commitment to supporting underprivileged children across the region.

This initiative showcases the power of community collaboration in empowering students and ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed in the upcoming academic year.