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Quizaltepe Area Program

Sponsor a child

Program Type

Community Development

Planned Life Cycle

2008 - 2023

Location

Nicaragua

Areas of Focus

Child Protection and Participation | Education 

Program Timeline

Status: Closing in 2023

1,362people participated in activities aimed at supporting child protection and ending violence against children.

342children received school supplies and resources for their education including books, backpacks, uniforms and bicycles.

222children and adults were trained on child protection, including positive parenting, children's rights and early marriage.

The community of Quizaltepe has graduated

In 2023, the community transitioned from sponsorship to self-sufficiency. Because of the dedication and partnership of sponsors like you, local people and organizations have been equipped to continue leading the community’s development – and that is something to celebrate!

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Program Details

With the help of your generous and loving support, life in Quizaltepe has transformed. Children and families are much stronger now. The community has met its goals, they have graduated to self-sufficiency and World Vision is leaving the community to help another one. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.

Context
The Quizaltepe community is located in central Nicaragua, about 88 kilometres from the capital city of Managua. The area is hilly and susceptible to drought, hurricanes, and storms. The average annual temperature is 25 degrees celsius, with a rainy season from May to October and a dry season from December to April. Most houses here are made out of materials like clay walls and dirt floors. When we partnered with Quizaltepe, most people eked out a living from subsistence agriculture, growing maize, beans, wheat, and coffee, or by raising livestock. ...

Read more of Quizaltepe’s achievements in the Results below.

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Results

Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2022 and September 2023, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.