Skills Training for Single Moms in Guatemala City

Summary

ISMU will initiate a skills development program and through microcredit create job opportunities for single low-income mothers. ISMU will provide quality educational day care for their children.

What is the issue, problem, or challenge?

In the shantytowns of Guatemala City, many families are headed by single mothers who must contend with gang violence, extreme poverty, few opportunities, and lack of access to basic services like clean water. But with the opportunity to participate in skills and job training - and the support of other women- they are empowered with the resources to succeed. Another essential is daycare so their children can be supported in a safe space where they'll receive meals, health services, and education.

How will this project solve this problem?

Workshops on small-business and practical skills for marketable handicraft production (floral arrangements, greeting cards, jewelry, etc) Training and leadership development for women community leaders. Support of daycare centers for young children.

Potential Long Term Impact

Marginalized women with few resources receive the job skills to have a steady income to raise their families. Women are engaged in community initiatives and increase their status within society. Children receive daycare and educational support.

Project Message

“Involving women in initiatives that really value them, empower them, and give them a chance to learn employable skills…is amazing. Just a little support can make a huge difference in someone’s life.”
- Elvira Sanchez Toscano, General Coordinator of ISMU

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a Microsoft Word file (projdoc.doc).

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