to provide free medical care for orphaned children

DESPITE their vulnerability, orphaned children often silently endure their challenges, hoping for care and support from the community. Recognising their plight, Mr. Ameir Ahmad, Managing Director of the Sheriff Group of Companies and new Managing Partner of the Sheriff General Hospital, has pledged to provide free medical care for less fortunate children through the First Lady of Guyana’s Adopt-an-Orphanage initiative.

In an exclusive interview with the Guyana Chronicle, Mr. Ahmad expressed his deep commitment to giving back, particularly to children and the elderly who lack family support.

“Giving back is in my DNA,” he stated, highlighting his personal connection to the cause. “Getting on board with our First Lady and her Adopt-an-Orphanage initiative was a no-brainer for me and my family.”

Mr. Ahmad emphasised the importance of supporting children who are innocent victims of circumstance. As a father himself, he reflected on the fortunate upbringing of his own daughters and expressed hope that his actions would inspire them to make a difference in the lives of others.

Acknowledging Mrs. Arya Ali for her initiative, Mr. Ahmad thanked her for providing a platform for individuals and businesses to contribute to the well-being of orphaned children. He praised the initiative for its potential to change and enhance the lives of vulnerable children through both monetary donations and essential services.

First Lady Arya Ali introduced the “Adopt-an-Orphanage” initiative in June 2021, inspired by a conversation with Guyanese American rapper SAINt JHN. The initiative aims to support orphanages across the country by alleviating their financial burdens and providing resources for children’s development.

Mrs. Ali underscored the importance of ensuring that orphaned children have access to basic necessities and opportunities for growth. Through the initiative, she hopes to nurture the talents and skills of these children while enriching their lives with extracurricular activities.

“The Adopt-an-Orphanage initiative has received a boost with Sheriff Hospital coming on board to provide free medical care to our children. Additionally, Sheriff Construction will be partnering with my office on the National Beautification Project which we will soon be taking to Region 2 – Pomeroon-Supenaam. Special thanks to Managing Director of Sheriff Group of Companies, Mr Ameir Ahmad and Director of Medicine at Sheriff Hospital Dr Lisandra Ahmad for the timely support of these initiatives,” First Lady Arya Ali noted.

In her efforts to improve the lives of orphaned children, Mrs. Ali called upon businesses and individuals to join her in making a meaningful difference. She emphasised the collective responsibility to provide orphaned children with the support and resources they need to thrive.

As Mr. Ahmad and the Sheriff Group of Companies join forces with the Adopt-an-Orphanage initiative, they exemplify the power of community collaboration in uplifting the lives of vulnerable children and ensuring a brighter future for all.