Coroico Project, Bolivia

See the progress you helped make happen in your sponsored community

When the project started, poverty, pollution and poor hygiene were contributing to high levels of childhood disease and malnutrition.

Children’s academic performance was poor as schools lacked learning resources and many children were working to support their families instead of studying. Awareness about child rights was not widespread.

Thanks to your support, your sponsored child and other children in the Coroico community have seen positive changes in education, healthcare and awareness of child rights.

Together we've achieved so much

1,693 children aged 6–12 had regular health checks

They also took part in oral healthcare campaigns.

  • Six school toilets were refurbished and modified for student use.
  • 759 children aged under five had regular health checks covering growth monitoring, vaccinations and other child health essentials. 
  • 249 mothers and caregivers learned five key health practices: breastfeeding, micronutrient supplementation, good hygiene, child immunisation, and monitoring health warning signs in children.

1,025 students have improved maths, language and science skills

Students are now able to represent their school in regional academic competitions.

  • Five family centres were established where parents of children under five can receive training and support on early childhood care and development.
  • 157 parents completed training on how to support and monitor their children’s academic progress.
  • A new education curriculum was developed, incorporating cultural aspects from Afro-Bolivian minorities in learning and teaching processes.

Three child wellbeing networks have been set up

These networks are recognised by local authorities and they are a community focal point in addressing child safety and protection issues.

  • 276 children and youth completed training on building positive relationships.
  • 158 parents completed training on conflict resolution and building positive relationships.
  • 153 teachers completed training on protection issues for children, adolescents, youth and women.

"Now, parents, community leaders and the municipality are organised to protect and take care of all children."

- Noel, Mayor of Coroico