Fariza and Zehra Ellahi, sisters and co-founders of Little Founders for Change, were recently recognized with the Global Humanitarian Leader in Service, Education, and Innovation Award by Partenaires – Organisation de Solidarité Internationale, along with Maer Achol, operating under its patronage. Partenaires, based in France, is renowned for supporting vulnerable children and promoting community-led development. The recognition honors individuals who demonstrate collaboration, service, and thoughtful innovation, reflecting the sisters’ dedication to meaningful, lasting impact.

Founded in 2017, Little Founders for Change began with a simple goal to share a toy and create a memory and has grown into a volunteer-driven initiative rooted in the local community. The team has distributed more than 15,000 toys and supported children and families across nine countries through 34 projects, while encouraging youth-led service.

These recognitions inspire the sisters to continue building a global movement, empowering young people to engage in service, education, and community-driven change.

For more information visit 

www.littlefoundersforchange.com

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