The group 13 Belén Mujeres de Exito (translated: 13 Successful Belén Women) are women who live in and around the city of Capiatá.
The city is known for the manufacture of brooms, a tradition that is passed from generation to generation. The manufacture of brooms is one of the most representative traditions of the city, an activity for which Capiatá was highly recognized over the years. Some women in the group have learned this trade. (broom manufacturing)
On this occasion, Sandra Elena represents the group. She works with the sale of typical foods and snacks.
With this work, she can allow her 3 children to study. Sandra Elena will use a previous loan to buy a heated display case to keep her snacks warm and also purchase disposable food supplies (such as pots, trays, boxes).
With this loan she will buy a display cooler which will allow her to display juices, sodas, and yogurt .
She is grateful to her group because she can share her personal challenges and find support. She has mentioned that they are supportive and help each other grow. She also shared with us that her next goal is to build her own premises, since she currently rents a location.
In this group: Evangelista , Salustiana , Nora Irene, Maria Cristina , Maria Limpia , Mirian Karina, Graciela , Daisy , Lorenza , Paola Alejandra, Cristhian Heriberto , Sandra Elena , Fermina , Florentina , Dionicia , Julia , Yenny Mariela , Leticia Noemi , Yannina Belen , Luisa , Maria Ydalina , Nilda Arminda , Graciela Beatriz , Marina Lujan
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ellen Wuertz. View original language description.