Turning Setbacks into Opportunities
16-year-old Rutilia lives with her family of 10 – her 2 parents, 4 sisters, and 3 brothers. Her father and grandfather were among the founders of their community, Santa Cruz el Nacimiento, when it was officially established in 1980. Today, they’re running a family business and navigating the ups and downs of the local market.
97%
97% of young women had an active role in household decision-making vs. only 14% at the start of the project. (Guatemala – Fovimuja)
73%
73% of project participants had healthier eating habits, regularly able to consume fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs. (Guatemala – Fovimuja)
Turning Setbacks into Opportunities
16-year-old Rutilia lives with her family of 10 – her 2 parents, 4 sisters, and 3 brothers. Her father and grandfather were among the founders of their community, Santa Cruz el Nacimiento, when it was officially established in 1980. Today, they’re running a family business and navigating the ups and downs of the local market.
97%
97% of young women had an active role in household decision-making vs. only 14% at the start of the project. (Guatemala – Fovimuja)
73%
73% of project participants had healthier eating habits, regularly able to consume fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs. (Guatemala – Fovimuja)