Educate First-Generation Students in Honduras

Dear Friends,

You absolutely overwhelmed us with your support this holiday season. Because of your support, we have started this year on a solid ground. We hope you will help us keep the momentum going and make our 15th year the best one yet!

So much has happened since we last checked in.

In December, 16 of our scholars graduated from high school and two more young women graduated from university - with degrees in education, - in addition to the three young women who graduated earlier this year. We received and reviewed the applications of nearly 100 aspiring scholars for 2020.

In January, after interviews, home visits and a careful evaluation of existing scholars and resources, we welcomed 32 new scholars into the OYE family at our annual welcoming ceremony. Making the most of the final weeks before the start of the new school year, we engaged our youth through workshops on emotional intelligence, sexual health and relationships. Furthermore, a small delegation of youth and staff participated in a three-day training and exchange with Radio Sónica in Guatemala, two adolescent girl leaders participated in a five-day training on girl-centered and girl-led advocacy, and two of our young women leaders represented OYE at a convening of Global Fund for Children grantees in Honduras.

Now, we are a few weeks into the new school year, youth coordinators have been selected, and our youth-led programs - in the arts, graphic design, communications and sports - are in full swing.

Thank you so much for being a part of this community, supporting and believing in our youth and their potential as leaders and changemakers. We have so much in store for 2020 and can't wait to share all of the amazing things we achieve together.

In appreciation,
Amanda