The “Look, I Can Cook” project is designed to educate teenagers on the importance of healthy food, nutrition, and healthy eating habits while teaching them to prepare simple and delicious meals. We sought to encourage independence and self-sufficiency through this program.
Through this program, participants learned to independently cook meals such as oatmeal with fruits for breakfast, tuna sandwiches and Bolognese pasta. Under the guidance of an instructor, the students gained hands-on experience with kitchen equipment and expressed their pride and excitement in successfully making their own meals.
The three top participants received a baking course scholarship from the “Nomu Makes” page, specifically for a cake-making class.
• All participants were awarded certificates and gift pack
After the program, the students had the chance to reinforce their skills by joining a “Cupcake Decoration” workshop with Chef Nomundari from “Nomu Makes”, hosted at the Gonchigsumlaa Foundation office. The event allowed them to apply their new skills in a fun, creative way, making it a memorable and rewarding experience.
Impact at a glance:
A total of 35 children registered for the program, with nine participants aged 9–16 selected for the scholarship. Among them, three were male. The most exciting aspect for the children was the hands-on learning experience, where they were able to cook independently and complete all steps on their own.
The feedback also revealed that cooking classes are highly engaging for children, especially younger participants, who showed even greater enthusiasm for the program.