By Natali Romero | Coordinadora de Comunicaciones
During this reporting period, Echando Bolas supported 88 migrant and vulnerable families, reaching more than 300 people through an integrated approach focused on access to rights, food security, income generation, entrepreneurship, employment, and family well-being.
Economic autonomy remains a key priority. 81% of participants in the entrepreneurship component currently have an operating business, 90% of families participated in financial education, and 60% reported income above one Colombian monthly minimum wage. In addition, 40 families received support to strengthen their business models, and 128 entrepreneurship support actions were provided through training, technical assistance, and incentives.
Through a partnership with the Instituto Tecnológico Metropolitano (ITM), 21 people received entrepreneurship training and 15 participated in marketing training. Additionally, in partnership with the Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl, more than COP $20 million was allocated to strengthen productive initiatives led by participating families.
Access to rights and essential services was another important area of work. The program completed 367 rights-related guidance and case-management actions, supported 20 families with legal processes, and carried out 47 humanitarian assistance actions for families facing situations of vulnerability.
The program also monitored the well-being of 134 children and adolescents. Of those characterized, 97.8% were enrolled in school, 97% had regular documentation in Colombia, and 92.5% were enrolled in the health system.
13 families reduced their risk level and none experienced an increase. This represents 11.4% of assessed families and reflects progress in strengthening the capacities, resources, and networks families use to respond to their needs.
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These results show important progress, but the work continues. Many families still face challenges related to food security, stable income, access to services, and opportunities to strengthen their livelihoods.
With continued support, Echando Bolas can reach more families and strengthen the opportunities available to those already participating—from entrepreneurship and employment support to food security, financial education, and access to rights.
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By Daniel morales | pasante de comunicaciones
By Daniel morales | communications intern
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