Give Hope to Vulnerable Ecuadorian Children

Education is the strongest tool to change the world. It is an honor to address you to express our deepest gratitude for your unconditional support. Thanks to your collaboration, the care provided to the children in our foundation continues to develop in a stable and effective manner. In this last quarter, we have experienced a period of enriching learning, with a primary focus on the empowerment of the children. We have dedicated ourselves to providing them with the necessary tools, skills and confidence to make informed decisions, express their opinions with confidence and participate actively. We have also focused our efforts on promoting their autonomy, teaching them not only to defend their interests, but also to recognize and safeguard their rights. This approach has been complemented by the implementation of specific programs designed to foster their ability to solve problems, manage conflicts effectively and make decisions. In education, we have prioritized providing them with new knowledge, skills and resources that enable them to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Through a variety of educational activities and constant accompaniment by teachers, we ensure that each child receives the necessary support to advance in their learning. In addition, we have worked with adolescents on substance abuse prevention, providing them with valuable information and practical strategies that enable them to make healthy choices and avoid behaviors. We would like to express our sincere appreciation for your collaboration in this process of empowerment, not only of the boys and girls, but also of their families. Your support is contributing significantly to break the cycle of poverty and vulnerability, generating a positive and sustainable change in their lives. Thanks to your valuable support, we are developing young people of integrity, motivation and hope, with high aspirations for the future. Your contribution continues to be essential as we move forward. With gratitude, María Elizabeth Barreto EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE EL ARENAL FOUNDATION