By Marie Wachinger | Managing Director
15 year old Louise (name changed) said: "One day I would like to weld at home and maybe have my own workshop. Very few girls do this course, but I really wanted to do it. This way I can take a different path in life and develop my skills."
Testimonials like Louise's convince us that Talleres is such an important project bringing youth in Honduras closer to pursuing a professional career while finishing their secondary education! The fields of work include welding, carpentry, cosmetology, tailoring, electricity and motor vehicle mechanics. We strongly encourage participants to challenge traditional gender roles - like Louise.
Thanks to your help we have been able to support the project financially and will continue to do so. However, the financial situation of the project is permanently difficult. Therefore, your continuous support is very much appreciated. The budget for the workshops is mostly used for salaries and materials. Modernizing the workshops would improve the quality. This includes the work areas, but also the techniques the students learn. The goal is to certificate 50 students this year. Also, we hope to open additional workshops, such as farming and motor vehicle painting.
If you would like to learn more about Talleres, please reach out to us! And for more up-to-date information on our projects, follow us on Instagram!
Many thanks from the entire Pen Paper Peace team!
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