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ISLAMABAD, May 26 (APP):Telenor Pakistan and the Telecom Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement Telenor’s flagship Child Online Protection program across the Telecom Foundation Education System (TFES).
TFES, affiliated with the Ministry of IT & Telecom, provides quality education enhanced by modern facilities, including laboratories, coding programs, and digital learning environments, according to a press release.
Under this collaboration, Telenor Pakistan will deliver comprehensive training to TFES students and staff on key areas such as digital literacy, online safety, cyberbullying prevention, and responsible internet use.
The initiative aims to equip young learners and educators with the knowledge and tools required to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.
The MoU signing ceremony was held at Telenor Pakistan’s headquarters, 345, in Islamabad. The event was attended by Khurrum Ashfaque, CEO, Telenor Pakistan; Areej Khan, Chief People Officer, Telenor Pakistan; Syed Zomma Mohiuddin, President & CEO, Telecom Foundation; along with senior representatives from both organizations.
Speaking at the ceremony, Khurrum Ashfaque said:
“It is a privilege to announce our partnership with the Telecom Foundation to advance Child Online Protection and promote digital literacy among young learners. At Telenor Pakistan, we believe that true digital empowerment is only possible when it is underpinned by digital safety. This collaboration marks an important step in equipping the next generation with the tools and awareness they need to navigate the digital world responsibly and confidently.”
Syed Zomma Mohiuddin added:“Through this partnership, we aim to fulfill the Foundation’s vision of instilling character-building and ethical values among students, while also empowering both students and staff with the necessary knowledge and safeguards to engage in the digital world effectively and responsibly.”
Telenor Pakistan, in collaboration with UNICEF, is currently implementing a nationwide Child Online Protection project. The initiative targets educating 750,000 adolescents and caregivers through a mix of in-person training sessions and digital awareness campaigns. This new collaboration with the Telecom Foundation further reinforces Telenor Pakistan’s commitment to digital inclusion and safety, contributing to the development of a well-informed and digitally responsible generation.