Social Gastronomy program boosts opportunities for 101 young students

A total of 101 young students from agricultural schools in Paraguay have completed a "Social Gastronomy" program designed to enhance their professional development. The initiative, a joint effort by the Coca-Cola Foundation and Fundación Paraguaya, with support from the Gastronomy Social Foundation (ÑAM), aims to equip students with essential skills for careers in the gastronomy and service industries.

The program specifically benefited 54 second-year students and 41 third-year students from the Cerrito Self-Sufficient Agricultural School in Benjamín Aceval, along with 6 students from the Belén School. This initiative builds upon previous collaborations between the organizations, providing young participants with knowledge and practical experiences that complement their academic education.

Training modules focused on developing crucial soft skills, including body language, effective communication, customer adaptation, conflict resolution, and teamwork. The goal was to elevate the students' professional readiness and prepare them to navigate the demands of the culinary and hospitality sectors. By providing these tools, the program seeks to broaden their career horizons and opportunities for professional growth.