La Javia (Located in Tepecoyo)
Tepecoyo is a rural community located about 1 hour from San Salvador in the department of La Libertad. The area of Tepecoyo historically has been a coffee growing area. Other crops that are grown are corn, maicillo (a small corn-substitute grain), beans and tabaco. There are some people who raise livestock such as cows, pigs, and chickens. Primarily, the people have dedicated themselves to the cultivation of coffee, brick making, and the production of milk products such as cheese. However, with the recent fall in coffee prices, many of the land owners are no longer producing coffee, leaving most people in the area without work or income. As a result, many families do not have means to survive and many children go without education because families cannot afford the basic costs (uniform, food, school supplies, transportation, etc.). Another challenge the people face is lack of water (especially in the countryside where many natural springs have dried up or are contaminated because of improper disposal of garbage). La Javia is a nearby rural village just outside of the small town of Tepecoyo and is made up of 3 zones.
Role of Casa Student: Students participate in several newly developed programs including teaching English classes for the youth of the community, offering computer classes for all members of the community (children to elderly), tutoring students, and getting to know members of the community in their own homes through conducting home visits. Also, students participate in a soy project where they have the opportunity to assist in the making of soy milk and also participate in the distribution of milk to children on a daily basis. These programs are all new to the community of La Javia.
Thanks again for stopping by to see what I'm up to!
Peace,
Patrick
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