Transform Mistreated Youth to Proud Professionals

NEWS!

We are proud to share that since our last update, we have two new college graduates! Additionally, nine teens graduated from high school and are all studying in college.

With the easing of COVID restrictions, all 111 kids have returned to in-person classes. We have reactivated in-person technology and English classes, as well as sessions with our dedicated psychologists. 

NEW EXPERIENCES

We are always looking to expose our kids to new experiences. We have had two wonderful, enriching opportunities during the past couple of months.

SANTA MARTA 

Nuevo Futuro was selected by the Colombian Child Protective Services (ICBF) as the first foundation in Colombia to clean the beaches and oceans of Santa Marta. Ten youths were invited to Santa Marta, where they saw the ocean for the first time and learned about global environmental problems plaguing the beaches and oceans. “We have only had the opportunity to see the ocean on television or in social media,” said one of the participants. “But to have it in front of you is a such unique feeling.” The teens attended many educational lectures, learned about recycling and even snorkeled. What a life-changing experience it was!

FLOWER FARM SUASUQUE

Nuevo Futuro was also invited to visit one of the largest astromelia farms in Colombia.

The kids participated in and learned about every aspect of the process from planting to packing for export. Some even expressed interest in working in the flower industry after graduating from school. 

Thanks to your generous donation to Nuevo Futuro Colombia, we have implemented and continued with programs that provide the necessary tools for our vulnerable youth to help achieve their personal and professional goals. 

Two psychologists and three academic tutors have become an integral part of our team. They oversee the following areas:

Professional and Vocational Guidance

We have implemented a program to assist our youngsters between the ages of 15 and18 in becoming aware of their strengths and abilities in order to choose majors best suited to their interests and talents. Through personalized support and workshops, we are also teaching them to investigate relevant information regarding potential universities, scholarship programs and career paths. This program encourages them to pursue their interests and nurtures enthusiasm and commitment. 

Specialized Tutoring

Considering the impact that neglect and abuse have on learning processes, with the donations from GlobalGiving, we have incorporated reinforcement programs in five specific areas to guarantee the academic success of our youth. They include Mathematics, language, study skills, social skill development and self-care. 

Technology

Thanks to these resources, we are also ensuring that all of our youth have access to the technology, software and connectivity necessary to obtain high-quality academic instruction. 

Thanks to your generosity, the professionalism of our psychosocial team and a group of dedicated volunteers, we are nurturing a group of outstanding youth who are capable, confident, independent, proactive and cheerful, and who are eager to collaborate and advance.   

Our challenge is to help them overcome the obstacles they have been confronted with and feel proud of their accomplishments and determination. Ultimately, this will enable them to gain financial independence, build happy families and contribute productively to society as a whole. But more than that, we try to instill hope and optimism. We never want them to stop dreaming BIG!

With your continued support, we can make this happen! 

Links:

• Thanks to you, we are making strides
• Video, Thanks to you, we are making strides

• Thanks to you, we are making strides (Video) (DOCX)