Hello! I'm working with an organization in Puerta Plata called Project Esperanza (www). We work primarily with lower-socio economic groups to create programming that helps break the cycle of poverty.
So for example, we've got two schools, support groups, and most recently a community art space (12 de julio, #38 puerta plata) where we work with people to make jewelry and craft out of natural and recycled materials.
We've tried to recruit ex-pats in order to utilize their skills in whatever capacity (volunteer? teach us some new crafts? teach english to kids?) but it has been a challenge.
Any ideas are greatly appreciated!
So for example, we've got two schools, support groups, and most recently a community art space (12 de julio, #38 puerta plata) where we work with people to make jewelry and craft out of natural and recycled materials.
We've tried to recruit ex-pats in order to utilize their skills in whatever capacity (volunteer? teach us some new crafts? teach english to kids?) but it has been a challenge.
Any ideas are greatly appreciated!