,Islamabad : The Health Services Academy in Islamabad hosted a one-day closing ceremony and art competition for the impactful project titled “Young Guardians of Clean Water, Fluoride Awareness, & Health Smiles”, supported by the U.S. Mission in Pakistan in partnership with the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network, was led by Dr. Ambreen Alamdar, Assistant Professor at HSA.The project’s focal point was to raise awareness about clean water, fluoride pollution, and promote oral hygiene practices among the youth. Over the course of the project, awareness seminars were conducted in various schools in Islamabad, engaging with students and providing training to 100 students. These trained students are now equipped to act as whistle-blowers and advocates for clean water within their communities.The closing ceremony commenced with opening remarks by Dr. Shahid Baig, Dean of Life Sciences at HSA, underscoring the crucial significance of clean drinking water. He highlighted the adverse effects of fluoride pollution on public health and stressed the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene practices.Guest of Honor, Dr. Habib Bokhari, Vice Chancellor of Kohsar University, Murree, graced the occasion with his presence. Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan, Vice Chancellor of Health Services Academy, was also in attendance, adding to the esteemed guest list.The ceremony continued with an expert speaker session featuring Dr. Ali Musstjab Akber Shah Eqani, Associate Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Dr. Eqani shared valuable insights from his expertise and research with the audience. Subsequently, Dr. Sundus, an Associate Professor at COMSATS University, and Dr. Shamama Asif, a participating dentist in the project, shared their experiences with the gathered audience.Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan then distributed certificates to the winners of the art competition and acknowledged the participation of schools and water quality training attendees. Dr. Habib Bokhari, in his closing remarks, expressed his appreciation for the displayed art and drawings, emphasized the critical role of community-based projects in addressing health issues related to polluted water, particularly in the context of fluoride toxicity. He highlighted how training the younger generation can have a lasting impact on communities, contributing to the reduction of public health burdens.This event not only marked the successful conclusion of the project but also emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing health challenges and fostering community engagement for a healthier future.