Meylin is single. She lives with her four children who are 18, 15, 8 and 7 years old. All of them are dependent on her. Meylin has a brother who lives abroad. She has worked selling tortillas for six years. She learned this job from her mother.
She runs her business with an employee. They work from Sunday to Saturday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Meylin sought a loan to obtain more financial resources that will serve to capitalize her business. She will buy corn, lime powder, firewood, and other supplies for the continuity of her business selling tortillas.
This will allow her to provide her customers better service, which will increase her sales and income. Meylin's goals are to support herself through working, and to generate more income to fulfill her obligations.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Laurie Hiller. View original language description.