Honduras

We trained community health workers and mothers to improve the nutrition of children under the age of five by preparing nutritious meals using locally available ingredients.

 

• 194 parents learned about proper feeding practices and how to keep their children well nourished

Children learn and develop their talents, young people are equipped for the future and families support children's education.

• 133 children and youth children who dropped out of school were reintegrated to the education system with the help of local volunteers
• 27 schools were renovated and 30 others received classroom tools and resources to create a safer and stimulating learning environment for students
• 40 children are getting extra help to improve their reading and writing through camps and classes
• 736 children and youth received the resources they need to learn including school fees, supplies, books and uniforms
• 987 youth were trained in essential life skills such as critical thinking, self-esteem and communication

Adults and youth acquire knowledge and skills, and gain access to resources, to help them increase their family income.

• 1,767 children were trained on practices to preserve and manage the environment and its resources
• 452 people received vocational, business and finance training, improving their opportunities to earn a steady income
• 500 people received nutritious fruits and vegetables grown in community, school or family gardens
   

• 135 children are benefitting from improved latrines and have better access to sanitation
• 27,845 people have safe water for drinking and cooking thanks to improved water sources
• 5,509 children learned about the importance of water safety, proper sanitation and hygiene to stay healthy