2024 Annual Report FCFN

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BUILDING TOGETHER THE COUNTRY WHERE WE ALL WANT TO LIVE

PRESIDENTS LETTER

2024 has left us with inspiring stories, challenges, and achievements. These bring us closer than ever to fulfilling our desire for a Guatemala with greater opportunities and values. With 15,000 people and impacted directly, and close to 60,000 indirectly, we have generated value and transformed the communities where we operate. Our work continues to expand to new horizons, reaching departments such as Suchitepéquez, Quetzaltenango, Alta Verapaz, Huehuetenango, San Marcos, Sololá, Zacapa, and Petén.

Such growth has been made possible thanks to the dedication of the Carlos F. Novella Foundation and support from our 44 partnerships with various key sectors. Together with the Guatemalan Migration we aid returned migrants. We signed an agreement with the Supreme Electoral to promote democracy within young Institute for Civic-Political and Electoral Education and Training. We also worked with the Presidency’s Executive Coordinating Secretariat (SCEP) to benefit members from the Community Development Councils (COCODES) at the national level through training in peace education and social conflict

In addition, we reaffirmed our partnership with the Municipality of Guatemala Auxiliary Mayors' Offices of Zone 6 of, Districts 1 and 2, and their work teams. This consolidates the relationship through constant communication and our participation in various sports and cultural activities. These initiatives allowed us to strengthen our bond and commitment with the community.

Carlos F. Novella Foundation

We worked with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) on peace-building initiatives, while with Swisscontact, we strengthened capacities through sharing methodologies for La Factoría Ciudadana Program employees. In addition, a certificate course on migration was given to the Foundation’s employees.

Thanks to our partnership with the Real Madrid Foundation, the trainers of the 10 socio-sports schools in San Juan Sacatepéquez, El Progreso and zone 6 of Guatemala, were taught how to use the MUAC tool developed by Abbott, a multinational company focused on medical care and nutrition. This tool helps prevent child malnutrition in children and young people participating in the program.

These achievements reflect the values of our founder, Carlos Federico Novella Klée: ethical behavior, genuine leadership, solidarity, and commitment to sustainability. We express our deep gratitude to our partner institutions, to Progreso and to the Novella family for their unconditional support, whose legacy inspires our daily efforts. We also thank each Foundation employee, the Progreso units with whom we bring together our community and social work, and all those who dream of a Guatemala full of opportunities and values. We renew our commitment of being an engine for positive change and we invite you to continue building together the country where we all want to live.

PRESENTATION

focus our efforts in improving access to, quality of, and relevance in both school and out-of-school education, while developing innovative educational models.

NUESTROS EJES ESTRATÉGICOS OUR STRATEGIC PILLARS

BEING SPOKESPERSONS

AND LIVING ROLE MODELS OF THE FOUNDER'S VALUES

We are committed to living and becoming role models for others, regarding our principles. which our outlined in our Code of Values, Ethics, and Conduct (COVEC).

Along with others, we permanently seek solutions to challenges faced by the people and communities where we operate.

THEMATIC AXES

COMMUNITY

CHILDHOOD YOUTH

Our interventions are grouped into three thematic axes: Children, Youth and Community , which take an active role in building individual and collective capacities, as well as generate collaborative and creative bonds with a shared vision for development.

YOUTH

HILDHOOD COMMUNITY

We develop children in an integral way, in early and second childhood. With greater impact in 0-4 years.

We develop life skills, fostering participatory and responsible citizenship We build community through skill development for life, work, and peace.

THE FOUNDATION IN NUMBERS

Geographic coverage of participants in 2024.

15,000 participants

With our efforts we are mainly impacting Guatemalan children and youth, which gives us the opportunity to empower new generations.

Thematic Axes

4,622

Age Range per Thematic Axis

0-12 years

The age ranges come from the PINA Law (Integral Protection of Children and Adolescents), known as the Code of Children and Adolescents in several Latin American countries and based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

CHILDHOOD

ACOMPÁÑAME A CRECER

1,000

CIMENTANDO LAS BASES 806

COLEGIO ENA

376

ESCUELA DE MÚSICA

259 ESCUELA SOCIODEPORTIVA 803

158 PASO A PASO

32 AULAS TÉCNICAS Y TECNOLÓGICAS

ACOMPÁÑAME A CRECER

We support the timely development of early childhood; from the moment of conception to the age of four (4). We support the children to enjoy their basic rights in compliance with the country's regulations regarding cultural diversity and bilingualism.

Since 2021, this initiative has served preschool children, in partnership with the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), the “Acompáñame a Crecer” program, and the Community Centers for Comprehensive Child Development (CECODII).

The model’s objective is to develop and raise awareness for early childhood development so the communities act by promoting in benefit of this developmental stage. It consists of personalized work shifts with three modalities: home visits for children from 0 to 2 years of age, group sessions in CECODII for children from 2 to 4 years of age, and pregnant and nursing mothers’ care.

In 2024, lthe Foundation, the Ministry of Education and Progreso's Social Management Unit joined forces to inaugurate CECODIIs in the communities of El Pilar I, La Sexta and Lo de Ramos, in San Juan Sacatepéquez. Thanks to this collaborative effort, more than 256 children and 149 mothers have a safe and educational space that contributes to their communities' integral development.

In addition, the CECODII was inaugurated in the community of La Coyotera, in Sanarate El Progreso. This event was attended by the Departmental Education Director, the Departmental Early Education Coordinator, and El Progreso’s Departmental Governor. The sixth delivery of School Meals also took place, benefiting a total of 151 children.

Group session Centro de Desarrollo Infantil Integral CECODII at La Coyotera

ACOMPÁÑAME A CRECER

YADIRA MELLADO

El Progreso

BUILDING A NEW HOME WITH LOVE AND COMMITMENT

Yadira Mellado, originally from Santa Catarina Mita, Jutiapa, moved with her husband and children to the Camino a Carrizo community after facing the loss of her husbands job during the pandemic. Adapting to a new environment and starting a family business was no easy task, but her enthusiasm and resilience led her to become a Educating Mother in the Acompáñame a Crecer program.

Since joining the program, Yadira has transformed the family dynamic. “Now I correct my daughters with more understanding and affection, always applying respectful parenting. My husband replicates what he has learned and as a result, our family bond has been strengthened.”

One of her proudest accomplishments is having helped her middle daughter to have more self-control. She says she used to be an angry and reserved child; now she enjoys playing with other children and has better control of her temper.

Being an Educating Mother has not only allowed her to contribute to her daughters' development, but also feeling that she is an active part of the community. “I have lost my fear of speaking in public. What I learn I share with other moms. My occupations at the Carlos F. Novella Foundation help me emotionally, make me feel useful, and committed to my people."

Yadira deeply values her role, the positive impact on her family, and other mothers in her area. In addition, she is grateful for the programs support.

There are no perfect moms, only real ones, patience, fight, get tired, and the next day try again with more love.

Yadira Medallo

Educating mothers: One of the strategies of the Acompáñame a Crecer (ACC) program is capacity building for mothers and primary caregivers. They replicate the knowledge and good practices of timely stimulation, nutrition, and health, both at community centers and during home visits. These mothers are given a guide with exercises and activities to promote children's psychosocial development.

CIMENTANDO LAS BASES

We strengthen the learning processes in second childhood children, aged between 5 and 8 years old. They are in pre-school, first and second grade. This is done by building and reinforcing reading processes.

With this program we have reduced school repetition rate by providing support, as well as reinforcing skills, abilities and comprehensive competencies that facilitate learning. We use a playful methodology and through the School for Parents we guide parents, who are part of the educational triangle, to guarantee school success in the first academic years.

In 2024, 256 parents participated in the School for Parents, a training program designed to provide guidance, tools, and practical strategies. It aims to strengthen parenting skills to improve parenting, support children’s educational development and achieve healthier family relationships.

ENRIQUE IQUIC

OVERCOMING BARRIERS WITH PERSEVERANCE AND SUPPORT

Enrique is an 8-year-old boy who lives with his grandmother in vulnerable economic conditions. His mother migrated from the community in search for work, leaving Enrique to be raised by his grandmother, who works in a tortilla factory and is the main source of income. When he entered the Cimentando las Bases program , Enrique was very quiet and reserved, obedient out of fear, and avoided interacting with his peers because of his difficulties in reading and writing. In addition, he did not feel comfortable receiving affection or acts of kindness.

Over time, the program not only focused on academics, but also on creating an emotional process that allowed him to open-up and develop self-confidence. Today, Enrique is a child who collaborates and participates, supports his classmates in class, hands out materials during activities, and enjoys spending time with his friends. He has learned by playing, strengthening his self-esteem, and practicing values such as solidarity, responsibility, order, and cleanliness.

Enrique has also made significant improvements in his reading ability, going from recognizing sounds to reading words with increasing clarity and confidence. Thanks to the program, he has discovered that his circumstances do not determine his possibilities and each achievement brings him closer to his dreams.

Enrique's case shows that with support and perseverance, any child can overcome barriers and build a bright future.

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CAPACITACIÓN A MAESTROS DE PREPRIMARIA Y PRIMER GRADO

We develop teachers' competencies to strengthen children's integral development in kindergarten and first grade. We address aspects such as psychomotor development, reading, expression and curricular integration. This is done by using recyclable and easily accessible material, which is then transformed into a didactic tool, used in the classroom.

This program fosters teacher training through a methodology focused on learning and recognizing the teacher as a human being in all his or her dimensions: social, professional, physical, and emotional. This contributes to the teacher’s full development. In addition, it addresses planning of the teaching-learning process, seeking to flexibly balance academic freedom with the elements not only established in curriculum and student requirements

The program began in San Raymundo in 2024 with the participation of 148 teachers, focused on strengthening community development and generating opportunities for families in the region. This effort includes educational programs, workshops, and activities that promote values and working together.

Two participating teachers in the program, Verónica Aquino and Ingrid Joaquín, were recognized as Maestro 100 puntos, an emblematic initiative in Guatemala, dedicated to honoring teachers and principal’s efforts, recognizing good educational practices and motivating educators to excel in their work.

VERÓNICA AQUINO

INSPIRING WITH CREATIVITY AND COMMITMENT

Verónica is a pre-school teacher with more than 10 years of experience who, since 2022, has been participating in the Capacitación de Maestros de Preprimaria program “Building the Present of Childhood”. From the beginning, Verónica demonstrated a genuine commitment to her students, innovating in the classroom so that materials were always within the children's reach and creating an inclusive and stimulating environment. Although in her early years as a teacher she was shy and found it difficult to communicate with parents, her participation in the program helped her overcome this. Today, she is a reflexive and approachable teacher who has a better understanding of her students' emotions and motivations.

Her confidence as an educational leader has been strengthened, inspiring her colleagues to improve their pedagogical practices. In addition to transforming her classroom with playful and constructive strategies, she has implemented initiatives such as the «traveling book», which encourages family participation and reinforces her students' emotional well-being. Her dedication led her to participate in the Maestro 100 Puntos contest, where she was recognized for her good practices and impact on the educational community.

Verónica Aquino is a model of creativity and commitment, who has managed to transform not only her students' lives, but also that of her educational community, leaving a legacy of inspiration and teaching excellence.

ESCUELA DE MÚSICA

We promote art and culture by having our children and youngsters with artistic aptitudes, play music. This practice also becomes a means of social inclusion and training in values. We are in zone 6 of the capital city and we developed a pilot project in Sanarate, El Progreso.

We offer guitar lessons for children, guitar diploma, early musical initiation for children, elementary diploma and free violin, viola, cello, marimba, piano, harp and percussion courses. We receive infants, children, and young people from 0 to 15 years old. The youngest children receive early stimulation through music. Children and young adults can choose the instrument they wish to learn and the school provides them with the support they need to achieve it.

The pilot project of the School of Music began in Sanarate, El Progreso, in 2024 . This project is for children from 0 to 4 years of age and focused on early stimulation. Sixty-three students participated. This was achieved through a joint collaboration with the Social Management Unit

6 showcased their skills and which was attended by more than 150 people . In partnership with the Auxiliary Mayor's Office of Zone 6 of the Municipality of Guatemala, the event offered young people from this area the opportunity to perform and compete for a prize, with the support of sponsors DOMISOL, BH Production and Maker Films.

more than 190 participants from the Carlos F. Novella Foundation's programs. During the event, the Carlos F. Novella Music School offered a guitar concert and a performance by the Novella Choir, delighting the audience with the talent of children and young adults. The event was attended by authorities from the Ministry of Culture and Sports, who also inaugurated the exhibition Horizontes: A Child's View of Migration.

Music School’s Concert at the Palacio Nacional de Cultura (National Palace of Culture)

In partnership with the Auxiliary Mayor's Office of Zone 6 of the Municipality of Guatemala, the tenth edition of the Cultural Festival was held, an event organized to showcase the talent of artists from this area. The Music School participated with guitar and choir concerts in emblematic spaces such as La Pedrera and Parque de la Madre, promoting local artistic talent and community integration.

GuitarFest was held for two days, an event in which students from the initial, intermediate, and advanced levels participated in guitar and percussion disciplines. More than 500 people attended to support the young musicians, highlighting presence from family, friends, and representatives from the National Civil Police (PNC), who accompanied and supported this cultural initiative.

End-of-year was celebrated with four concerts that brought together the school’s ensembles and a special ensemble of teachers and students, showing the progress achieved throughout the year. More than 900 people , including family members and neighbors from Zona 6 and Chinautla, enjoyed these presentations that reflect the participants' commitment and talent.

DOUGLAS AJUALIP

Zona 6, Guatemala City

TRANSFORMING HIS LIFE THROUGH MUSIC

Douglas Ajualip is a young guitarist who has found a passion for music which has transformed his life. Before entering the Escuela de Música , he did not know the potential he had to play an instrument. “I didn't even know the name of a string, but now I'm part of the guitar orchestra and I participate in all school concerts,” he says.

The program not only allowed him to develop technical skills, but also strengthened his emotional well-being. For him, playing the guitar is a way to keep his mind focused and productive, something he considers crucial to his stability. In his words, “music has helped me distract myself in a positive way and discover a talent I never knew I had.”

Currently, Douglas is in his fourth year of the Program. He receives weekly follow-ups that motivate him to continue his progress. One year away from completing his training, he dreams of becoming a music graduate and is seeking guidance to achieve that goal.

“I encourage everyone to make the most of their time, discovering the talents and skills they may have with different instruments. Music has the power to change lives, just as it has done for me,” concludes Douglas, who is determined to continue his path as a guitarist and continue to inspire others with his story.

lot of time on the street, without using it for something productive for my mind. Now, I enjoy every moment with my guitar, especially when I'm on stage.

Douglas Ajualip

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AULAS TÉCNICAS Y TECNOLÓGICAS

2,894

PARTICIPANTS

ESCUELA SOCIODEPORTIVA

512

ESCUELA DE MÚSICA

70

CURSOS LIBRES

402

121 PASO A PASO

2,533 WOMEN MEN 2,880

CENCA

435

COLEGIO ENA

188

AULAS TÉCNICAS Y TECNOLÓGICAS

We support technical and technological skills and competencies development in public elementary schools.

The courses taught are as follows: for 8th grade students, Introduction to Programming, Robotics with mBot 1 (educational robot designed to teach robotics concepts) and Creating my First Video Game; for 9th grade students, Intermediate Programming, and Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT); and for 10th grade students, Introduction to Arduino (Shield) and Entrepreneurship Course.

In 2024, the lessons learned from the program were presented at various high schools and Telesecundarias in San Juan Sacatepéquez, El Progreso, Zone 6 of Guatemala City and Santo Domingo Xenacoj. During these activities, a total of 135 innovative and creative projects were presented by the institutes, based on programming and robotics, showcasing students' talent and creativity.

LETICIA CULAJAY

OVERCOMING LIMITATIONS WITH TECHNOLOGY

Leticia completed 8th through 10th grades at the Telesecundaria Comunidad de Zet, where she discovered her passion for technology when she joined the Aulas Técnicas y Tecnológicas program in 2021. Prior to this experience, her access to technological tools was limited, and distance education during the pandemic had further hindered her learning.

During the program, Leticia initially faced challenges with the virtual courses, but her hard work and transition to a hybrid model allowed her to stand out. In her first year, a local newspaper recognized one of her ideas, and in her third year, she developed a project that helped a hearing-impaired classmate. With this project she became a finalist in a contest that rewarded these types of initiatives.

The program's impact transformed her perspective and allowed her to envision a future in systems engineering. Now, she applies her technological knowledge to solve problems in her community and has become an example of dedication and self-improvement.

Leticia inspires others with her message of effort, perseverance, and faith in each person's potential, making it clear that access to technology can change lives and build a better today for everyone.

Leticia Culajay to achieve what we set out to do.

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ESCUELA SOCIODEPORTIVA

Incorporating the Real Madrid Foundation's methodology, we provide training in values and sports skill development in the social, tactical-technical, physical-motor and regulatory areas for children and youth from 5 to 17 years of age.

This program was created to offer children and youth the opportunity to develop their physical and mental capacities in their free time, by playing sports such as soccer and basketball. Through sports, we promote coexistence in safe spaces and strengthen essential values, especially benefiting those who face vulnerable conditions.

To motivate the community to continue the program in 2024, after a decade of service in the Sajcavillá village, commemorative activities and a symbolic ceremony were held.

“United against Malnutrition” campaign launch with Abbott authorities, Real Madrid Foundation, trainers and students of the Socio-Sports School of Zone 6 and the Carlos F. Novella Foundation team.

Through a partnership with the Real Madrid Foundation and Abbott, a multinational company focused on medical care and nutrition, training sessions were held for Socio-Sports School trainers.

The sessions were aimed at assessing students' nutritional status using the MUAC tape, a tool that measures arm circumference to detect malnutrition and classify nutritional status quickly and effectively. This allows us to provide timely counseling and follow up on malnutrition cases. In addition, a Media Day was held to present the project.

In the presence of Millicom TIGO authorities, a program partner, the soccer, and basketball closing tournaments were held in Guatemala City's Zone 6. Participants received medals and volunteers received diplomas recognizing their efforts.

The Closing Tournaments of the Socio-Sports Schools marked the end of the 2024 season, gathering 1,500 participants in its 10 venues.

SCARLETH ESCOBAR

BUILDING CONFIDENCE THROUGH SPORTS

Scarleth is participating in her first year of training at the Escuela Sociodeportiva in Santo Domingo Xenacoj, where she has experienced significant transformations in her life. Before the program, she faced insecurities that limited her confidence. Now, through sports and especially soccer, she has learned to enjoy, socialize and live values such as respect, equality and companionship.

The program has strengthened her self-esteem, which has made her accept and value herself as she is. Thanks to her peers motivation, Scarleth feels supported when faced with challenges, understanding that failing is part of learning. This confidence is reflected both in her family relationships and in how she interacts with the community.

The program's activities, such as the Welcome Event full of activities and challenges, taught her that there will always be obstacles in life, but they can be overcome with effort and perseverance.

Scarleth has different dreams, such as becoming a great doctor, getting a scholarship, and meeting a Real Madrid star. Her participation in the Escuela Sociodeportiva has inspired her to become a better player and a person distinguished by her values. For her, the program is an invaluable opportunity that everyone should take advantage of.

If you have a sports school in your village or community, take advantage of it; it will keep your mind engaged and you will learn about sports and values.

Scarleth Escobar

PASO A PASO

We develop psychological, biological, and social skills in girls and young ladies from 9 to 14 years old. Through educational activities, we aim to cultivate their awareness of their leading role in promoting positive changes at a personal, family and community level.

72 in El Progreso 279 girls and young ladies

45 in Guatemala City

22 in Santo Domingo Xenacoj 140 in San Juan Sacatepéquez

The program is implemented over a span two years with the following methodologies: in the first year, competencies such as self-esteem, healthy living, communication, and citizen participation are developed. In the second year, productivity and the life project are addressed.

In 2024, Paso a Paso Program participants helped paint the Mural Identitario de la Zona 6, at Escuela Oficial Urbana para Niñas No. 29, Dominican Republic. This project was completed jointly with Alcaldía Auxiliar de la Zona 6 de la Ciudad de Guatemala, Museo Carlos F. Novella (Carlos F. Novella Museum) and Catholic Relief Services (CRS). The supervising artist was Sharty One. Contributing to this public space seeks to foster social cohesion and to strengthen the identity of the Zona 6 community.

The Parents' School of the Paso a Paso Step y Step Methodology was implemented in four sessions including parents from the INEB Santo Domingo Xenacoj and República de Austria high schools, in San Juan Sacatepéquez. A total of 1,002 parents participated in these activities.

A pilot plan replicating the program's curriculum and methodology was developed in modules such as Healthy Life and Communication. As part of the process, the principal, the vocational counselor, the administrative assistant, and the entrepreneurship teacher were trained. They then shared this knowledge with the 42 2nd grade students of the Republic of Austria Institute and INEB.

Closing ceremony of the Paso a Paso Program Step by Step Program in Guatemala City’s Zone 6
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NATALY QUIROA

Zona 6, Guatemala City

DREAMS START WITH SELF-CONFIDENCE

Before participating in the program, Nataly described her life as boring and lonely. talking to others much, or sharing with people” recalls. This lack of interaction made her feel distant, limiting her opportunities to relate to and learn from those around her.

Today, thanks to the Paso a Paso program has experienced a noticeable transformation. She has learned to share with others, have clearer and more dynamic conversations, as well as understanding people better. express myself more confidently and am kinder to others”, she adds proudly.

With this new confidence, Nataly dreams big. She wants to be a painter, travel to Japan and learn other languages. These goals reflect her determination and the positive impact the program has had on her life, empowering her to look forward to a future full of possibilities.

The program has taught me to communicate and to have more confidence. Also, I have learned about many subjects.

COLEGIO ENA

Our institution is based on an educational model that develops ethical, supportive, and committed leaders who care about environmental development.

The school was founded on March 11, 1977 under the initiative of Enrique Novella Alvarado to serve the population of El Sinaca village, in Sanarate El Progreso, after the 1976 earthquake. In its first stage it was called Escuela Enrique Novella Alvarado and in 1999 it was officially authorized as Colegio Privado “Enrique Novella Alvarado”. In 2018 a new branch was inaugurated in San Juan Sacatepéquez, near Cementos Progreso's San Gabriel Plant.

For 48 years, the ENA School has educated hundreds of students. Its educational model focuses on developing leaders who are ethical, supportive, and committed to their environment. In addition, this model has enhanced students' capabilities in scientific, social, entrepreneurial and employability fields. This has been achieved through technical courses taught by INTECAP, thanks to a strategic partnership with the institution. It currently operates in two sites: ENA San Miguel, in Sanarate, El Progreso, and ENA San Gabriel, in San Juan Sacatepéquez.

expression and musical training. The new module directly benefited 80 students.

The General Directorate of Educational Evaluation and Research (DIGEDUCA) of the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), performed the Educational Evaluation of Graduates 2024, in which ENA School obtained a score of 100 in mathematics and 96 in reading, placing it among the best results among the 4,716 schools evaluated.

With the aim of strengthening educational practices in nearby schools, the ENA School's professional team carried out the comprehensive process “Community Irradiation of the ENA Model.” It was implemented in two schools: the Suacité Primary School (San Juan Sacatepéquez), benefiting 8 teachers and 273 students, and the Shalom Primary School (Sanarate), with 10 teachers and 217 students.

Enrique Novella Alvarado Private School XVII graduating class.

CIMAT fair, in the areas of technology, art and mathematics. Daniel Fernando Xiquín Tezén, an 11th grader at at ENA San Gabriel, won second place with his mathematics project “GOXIN”. Francisca Yolanda Tepeu Camey and Melanie Berenice Mérida Patzán won in the art category with the project “Guatemalan Culture.” Also representing ENA San Gabriel, a student won second place in mathematics and the painting team won third place.

Both ENA schools participated, where a group of 10 students from the San Miguel school stood out by winning first place with the project "Riegos Verdes: Cultivation of Vegetables with Polymers".

Two of the five students selected as part of the Guatemalan delegation to the Latin American Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad (OLAA) 2024, held in Costa Rica were ENA students Marcos Sebastián Sánchez and Keyra Tamara

In the National Science Olympiads, 17 students from ENA College achieved positions in the first three places in the different phases of the competition and 4 obtained honorable mentions. In total, 34 students from the San Gabriel and San Miguel sites qualified for the next round.

In partnership with Gestión Social de la Planta San Miguel, in Sanarate, the fair “My First Job” was held. Four companies participated and the activity was held through Municipality of San Antonio La Paz, Ventanilla Única Municipal de Empleo (VUME). The event was attended by 136 neighbors who applied for various positions.

MARCO SÁNCHEZ

AN EXAMPLE OF PERSEVERANCE AND COLLABORATION

Since elementary school, Marco has demonstrated a great capacity for learning, consistency, and perseverance. His ability to manage emotions and work in a team has been evident. Although he faced difficulties in English and reading, his positive attitude allowed him to seek support and significantly improve.

During high school, Marco participated in scientific activities such as the ONDAS program and the Astronomy Olympics, where he acquired new knowledge with the guidance of his teachers at ENA. Representing the school in international competitions, filled him with pride and reinforced his conviction that success is built as a team. These experiences also strengthened his interpersonal skills and collaborative attitude.

In 2023, Marco participated in the Science Olympics at the Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala (USAC), excelling in Physics. He was also present at the XV Latin American Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad held in Panama, where he performed theoretical tests and launched rockets. In 2024, he continued with the Science Olympics and the ONDAS Project, developing solutions for water conservation in the dry corridor. This same year he represented Guatemala in the XVI Latin American Olympics held in Costa Rica.

Marco plans to study mechatronics engineering and wants to motivate other young people to continue learning and striving for their dreams. He stresses the importance of evaluating experiences and improving educational systems so that more students have access to these opportunities.

Young people have the power to transform their future. Take every opportunity to grow, learn and leave your mark.
Marco Sánchez

MEJORES FAMILIAS

779

88 LA FACTORÍA CIUDADANA

4,589 WOMEN MEN

2,161

897 CURSOS LIBRES

1,209 CONSTRUCCIÓN CIUDADANA

371 CENCA

2,569 ESCUELA PARA PADRES

fosters the development of healthy and productive individuals.

Our objective is to train and educate women to improve their quality of life. We provide them with knowledge in food safety, nutrition, self-esteem, food handling, responsible motherhood, and parenthood, as well as courses in entrepreneurship and leadership.

To achieve a real impact, we combine face-to-face sessions with home visits, adapting to each community. These visits allow us to provide personalized counseling and ensure that the knowledge acquired is transformed into concrete efforts, strengthening women's and their families' well-being.

In 2024, loyalty events were held for former participants of the Better Families program in San Juan Sacatepéquez. These events were held at Finca El Pilar, Las Trojes, Sajcavillá and Finca San Antonio, where 725 participants had the opportunity to identify their interests and explore courses they’d like to enroll in for 2025.

518 in San Juan Sacatepéquez 261 in El Progreso
women

For four days, they participated in demonstration workshops on candle making, hand embroidery, cleaning and beauty product production. The activity was supported by Centro Barbará, INTECAP, Chispuditos and independent trainers. In addition, Progreso's Social Management team provided support.

In Sanarate, El Progreso, handicraft workshops focused on entrepreneurship were held. 261 participants identified their skills to create initiatives with low-cost materials. This allows them to generate their own income, strengthens their self-esteem and promotes self-management which are fundamental pillars of the program.

The program conducted an anthropometric measurement of the participants' children, having measured a total of 509 children in 2024: 90 children in El Progreso and 419 children in San Juan Sacatepéquez. Key body dimensions, such as height, weight, perimeters, and skin folds were measured. This information allows the program monitors to know if the children have the right measurements or if they need to be sent to a health

In Sanarate, El Progreso, support was provided by the Municipal Commission for Food and Nutritional Security of the Municipality of Guatemala (COMUSAN), which included assistance in monitoring acutely malnourished children and conducting workshops for mothers on what nutritious food is.

MARTINA CASTAÑEDA

Sanarate, El Progreso

A STORY OF OVERCOMING AND RESILIENCE

Doña Martina is a janitor at the Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Colonia Sonoro. She has faced great challenges throughout her life; however, her spirit of self-improvement and resilience has always been present.

Through the Mejores Familias program , Martina has transformed her personal and family life. She describes herself as a person who used to be shy and untrusting distrustful, but now she is more expressive, social, and able to share her opinion. Thanks to the Self-Esteem axis, she learned to value herself, which has significantly improved her family relationships.

Martina has not only graduated from sixth grade with the support of CONALFA, but has also decided to learn basic computer skills in a course offered by the Municipality of Sanarate in partnership with Cementos Progreso. Her motivation and interest in participating in additional workshops such as cooking, entrepreneurship, and training workshops showcase her commitment to continued growth.

Inspired by the Mejores Familias program, Martina dreams of owning her own business using everything she has learned. Serving as an example to others, she demonstrates that it's never too late to learn and that the desire to excel can overcome any adversity.

Martina Castañeda
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We improve living conditions and social insertion of former prisoners and returned migrants, with the goal of reducing violence and irregular migration.

LA FACTORÍA CIUDADANA

The Tertiary Violence Prevention Program, La Factoría Ciudadana, began implementation in 2021. The goal is to improve the physical and mental conditions of former prisoners and returned migrants. The program fosters their psychosocial and emotional reinsertion and reintegration, as well as labor skill development. Psychological therapies, self-care workshops, and technical courses are part of thie program.

In 2024 a roadmap was developed in coordination with the Directorate of the Penitentiary System and the Unit for Community Violence Prevention of the Ministry of the Interior (MINGOB). Its objective was to obtain references of former prisoners and to be able to serve the migrant population.

La Factoría Ciudadana participants attended the Prevention Fair, organized by the Community Violence Prevention Unit of the MINGOB, where they offered printed products, food, and handicrafts, among others.

The participants have benefited from various courses given by the Technical Institute of Training and Productivity (INTECAP). These courses were attended by 15 former prisoners and 9 returned migrants. The courses included printing techniques and application of textile vinyl in three levels, starting from basic concepts to printing on T-shirts, as well as strategies for content creation geared towards marketing and social networks.

This strengthened the students' abilities to become entrepreneurs and generate their own income. As a result, seven program participants started their own businesses, offering customized products through printing techniques and developing ventures in the food sector.

In 2024, the equine therapy course was resumed through the Ékita Academy. It consists of equine-assisted therapy, which combines equestrian activities with specialized techniques to improve participants' physical, emotional, and social health. This approach promotes motor skills, strengthens confidence and promotes people's integral wellbeing.

Diploma awarding and closing event of the Citizen Factory 2024 courses

A SECOND CHANCE TO TRANSFORM HIS LIFE GERSON ITZEP

Since he joined the La Factoría Ciudadana program September 2022, Gerson Itzep stood out for his leadership among his peers. With a past marked by bad decisions that led him to serve a prison sentence, Gerson found an opportunity to change his life and rebuild his future in the program.

From the beginning, he showed initiative by proposing that the entire group take a printing course at INTECAP. This learning not only strengthened his technical skills, but also motivated him to start his own printing business, a hobby to which he now dedicates himself with passion and commitment.

Through psychological therapies, self-care workshops and technical courses, Gerson has transformed his way of thinking and behaving. He has learned to manage his emotions, improve his personal relationships, and face challenges with determination.

Today, Gerson is an example of resilience and leadership. His ambition is to consolidate his business and support his family, while continuing to apply the values and knowledge he has acquired. He recommends that the program incorporate more opportunities for other participants to develop practical skills that will enable them to generate income.

For Gerson, the La Factoría Ciudadana program has been the impetus needed to lead his own transformation and be a change agent in his community.

Ciudad de Guatemala

STUDY ON THE NEEDS OF MIGRANT

RETURNEES

The Real Madrid Foundation (FRM) and the Carlos F. Novella Foundation with the support of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) conducted a study entitled: “Information gathering through surveys, focus groups and interviews with public officials to identify the needs of returned migrant

This study was carried out in 2023 and consolidated in 2024. It involved participants from the La Factoría Ciudadana Program, returned migrants who arrived at the Guatemalan Air Force and representatives from institutions related to the matter. The objective was to identify the needs that drive irregular migration and propose conditions to prevent it.

The analysis included socioeconomic variables, surveying 417 deported migrants and conducting focus groups with 106 returned migrants.

Departments of Origin

Reasons to Migrate

Emotional Experiences on Returning to Guatemala

Frequent emotions: sadness, frustration, joy, and anxiety.

Ambivalent feelings: happiness to return, but regret for not achieving goals.

Impact on Family Life

Family disintegration and emotional separation

Loss of cultural identity Negative effects on parenting

Health and Crisis in Returned Migrants

Most common diseases

Migration Assessments

Positive aspects: Better job opportunities and access to services.

Cultural enrichment

Negative Aspects: Stress, loneliness and discrimination.

Trauma derived from mistreatment during the irregular migration process.

Recommendations from participants to prevent Irregular Migration from Guatemala: It is crucial to structural causes of migration and promote inclusive policies.

1. Socioeconomic Aspects:

Life with dignity: Guarantee respect for human rights and adequate living conditions.

Citizen participation: Promote community organization by proposing development policies.

Understanding migration: Recognizing that it is a response to the economic crisis, rather than a problem.

2. Government Services

Comprehensive care: Expand programs for returned migrants that address their employment, health, and education needs.

Public policies: Create strategies that expose poverty and vulnerability as root causes of migration.

3. Recommended efforts

Inter-institutional coordination: Involve government, civil society, and private sector in policy formulation.

Research and data: Gather trustworthy information on migration to generate effective responses.

Human rights: Incorporate the right to migrate into legislation, avoiding criminalization of migrants.

CURSOS LIBRES

We develop technical, academic, commercial, and productive skills through training focused on entrepreneurship, aimed at building sustainable communities.

We strive to be a space that fosters productive relationships and cares for the population, offering training activities tailored to people's

We offer 53 courses, structured into 40-hour modules. These trainings are given by INTECAP in different areas, such as cooking, gastronomy, bakery, pastry making, coffee making, cocktail making, beauty, styling, flower care, decoration, handicrafts, English, safety and first aid, electricity, electromechanics, computer science, welding, automotive mechanics, motorcycle mechanics and industrial safety.

In addition, we teach one-year long courses in Gastronomic Art and Gastronomy and Services, both with a total of 126 training hours. These programs are certified by the Municipal Centers for Training and Human Formation (CEMUCAF), attached to the Municipal Women's Directorate (DMM) of each municipality.

EL PROGRESO

Aldea Sinaca, Aldea La Coyotera, Colonia

Gracias a Dios, Aldea Montegrande, Colonia El Esfuerzo, Aldea San Miguel Conacaste, Aldea

Montegrande, Telesecundaria de Aldea

Montegrande, Colonia Sonoro, Colonia Los Llanos, Aldea El Carmen, Aldea Carrizo, Colonia Tierra Blanca.

SAN JUAN SACATEPÉQUEZ

Finca San Antonio, Centro Educativo Estuardo Novella Camacho, Finca El Pilar, Casa de Atención al Vecino, Alcaldía Indígena de Aldea

Montúfar, Alcaldía Indígena de Aldea Suacité.

Closing of Open Pastry Courses in San Juan Sacatepéquez.

CURSOS LIBRES

In 2024, a Cooking Show with Chef Roberto Méndez from Mexico was held at the Cursos Libres Open Courses headquarters in San Juan Sacatepéquez. The event focused on Mexican gastronomy and had the enthusiastic participation of 51 attendees.

In addition, the “Garifuna Voices” discussion was held for students of Gastronomic Art in San Juan Sacatepéquez, with experts in gastronomy, culture, and tradition, as speakers.

A group of 71 participants from the Cursos libres Open Courses took part in the Gastronomy Fair 2024, organized by the East Rotary Club. Participants learned about entrepreneurship, event organization and national cuisine. The event concluded with a dinner, which had dish-tasting sessions prepared by the students.

FUNDAFEST was held in San Juan Sacatepéquez, a fair for Open Course entrepreneurs, where participants had the opportunity to sell their products. At the event, 450 students from CENCA and 200 from San Antonio received their diplomas after completing their training.

CLAUDIA BARAHONA

San Juan Sacatepéquez

ENTREPRENEUR AND PASSIONATE ABOUT BAKING

Claudia Barahona, a mother of three, through baking has found a way to transform her life. Before entering the program, she worked part-time in a cafeteria and faced economic difficulties that affected her family environment. With the desire to become an entrepreneur, she tried to sell clothes and handicrafts, but her responsibilities as a housewife complicated the achievement of her goals.

When she joined the Cursos Libres in San Juan Sacatepéquez, her life took a turn. Although she did not know how to light an oven, her determination led her to prepare her first bread. With the support of her husband and family, Claudia began to practice and share her creations. Today, her cupcakes, cakes and zeppelins are part of a that she promotes on social networks and sells in her community.

The program not only provided her with technical tools, but also the confidence to continue growing. She is grateful for her instructors' patience and dedication in teaching her to perfect her techniques and explore new ideas.

Claudia dreams of succeeding in her pastry business, having her own space to make her products, and being able to share her culinary art with others.

Do not be left with the desire to learn; it is never too late to get ahead.

Claudia Barahona
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CONSTRUCCIÓN CIUDADANA

We build community by promoting citizenship values and developing individual and collective capabilities.

The program is made up of 4 projects:

Citizen participation project, aimed at young people.

Pedagogical awareness-raising project, aimed at trainers.

Peace Education project, aimed at public servants and community leaders.

Institutional strengthening project for public servants.

In 2024, in partnership with the Municipality of Guatemala, strengthening skills for youth was carried out. The initiative was aimed at 54 municipal officials, including 33 assistant mayors, 5 regional coordinators, 5 directors, 2 managers and personnel from units such as urban planning and communication. The workshops addressed key issues related to youth, to strengthen institutional capacities in order to interact effectively and respond to the needs of this demographic group.

1,209 participants

CONSTRUCCIÓN CIUDADANA

The Institutional Strengthening Module for Departmental Governors was implemented in coordination with the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) and the Executive Coordination Secretariat of the Presidency (SCEP). More than 60 departmental government officials participated, including governors, alternate governors, directors, and presidents of regional development councils. The initiative was carried out in the departments of Guatemala, Alta Verapaz, Huehuetenango and Petén.

After the 2023 elections, the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) organized roundtables. These updated and modernized the electoral system through the Commission for Electoral Updating and Modernization (CAME), with the participation of social, academic, and political organizations.

In this context, in 2024, the Carlos F. Novella Foundation presented a proposal to strengthen the electoral authority. This initiative seeks to provide awareness and training processes on civic-electoral issues, promoting youth participation in electoral and political processes, through the TSE's Institute for Civic-Political and Electoral Education and Training.

Carlos F. Novella

CATALINA SUC CAAL

INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY FOR A MORE PARTICIPATORY EDUCATION

Catalina is an entrepreneurial and leadership trainer for INTECAP and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency. For a long time, she considered herself a methodical teacher focused on theoretical content. Although she was experienced, she felt that her classes lacked dynamism and participation, which hindered connection with her students. In addition, her shyness limited her ability to generate a more open and interactive environment.

The “Train the Trainers” program provided her with methodological tools and creative strategies to transform her teaching. She learned to use participatory dynamics, games, and art to make her classes more engaging. With the "overlearning" approach, she was able to step out of his comfort zone, gain confidence and connect better with his students.

Catalina now applies this learning in her training, strengthening her work as a trainer. Her goal is to obtain the Six Sigma certification and develop a livestock production project in Alta Verapaz. "Knowledge is shared, and together we can build the Guatemala we all want," she states with conviction.

Centro Educativo Estuardo Novella

we offer those 13 years of age and older the opportunity to continue their studies. The flexible methodology is based on projects, technical competencies development and building values.

The CENCA offers adult education through the Correspondence Education Program (PEAC), which is organized in two stages: stage one includes first through third grades of elementary school, and stage two covers fourth through sixth grades. We also offer the option of taking middle school and the Bachelor of Science and Letters, with a focus on productivity and entrepreneurship.

CENCA students can receive technical courses focused on entrepreneurship and implemented by INTECAP. At the high school level, training includes four modules taught over two months. For their part, elementary school students in stages 1 and 2 can also access technical courses, although in a shorter format of two modules distributed over four months. These courses are given on Saturdays and Sundays as part of the academic curriculum, allowing students to develop technical skills in addition to their schooling.

In 2024, the program “Se emprendedor y Mi futuro" Be an Entrepreneur and My Future was carried out in partnership with Junior Achievement. For a month and a half, 11th, and 12th graders from both CENCA schools received virtual training on finances for entrepreneurs, how to become an entrepreneur, and how to develop a life plan. This program complemented the Entrepreneurship and Productivity course included in their curriculum.

A total of 135 students from 11th and 12th grades of the Bachelor of Science and Letters with a focus on Productivity and Entrepreneurship participated in NAU FEST, a Junior Achievement Americas educational event that seeks to connect young people with the workforce. They did so together with more than 500 students from public and private schools. During the event, they addressed topics such as how to create a resume, how to present and perform in an interview, healthy habits, and trends in technology jobs.

A total of 87 students from CENCA San Juan Sacatepéquez and 41 from the El Progreso branch presented their projects to the communities during the entrepreneurship fair, achieving profit margins ranging from 5% to 40% of the invested budget.

A total of 128 students from CENCA San Juan Sacatepéquez and CENCA El Progreso graduated as Bachelor of Science and Letters with a focus on Productivity and Entrepreneurship.

TOXCÓN BROTHERS

San Juan Sacatepéquez

TRANSFORMING THEIR LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION AND EFFORT

Víctor, Rudy, Rodrigo, and Rafael Toxcón are high school students at the Centro Educativo Estuardo Novella Camacho (CENCA). Their story is an example of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

During their childhood, they faced difficult times. When their father, a bricklayer, suffered an accident that left him unable to walk for two years, their home went through a crisis. To support the family and cover medical expenses, the four siblings had to drop out of school and start working. However, their desire to succeed never dissipated.

Fate gave them a new opportunity when they met CENCA, an institution that allowed them to resume their studies with flexible schedules while continuing to work. Thanks to this, they have managed not only to improve their economic situation, but also to strengthen their personal and intellectual growth.

In addition, the Toxcón brothers have taken advantage of CENCA's free courses to train in technical areas such as electricity and mechanics, which has allowed them to get jobs. But their dream does not stop there: all four have a firm desire to continue their university studies in careers such as engineering, architecture, and law.

Our family's situation has changed thanks to this opportunity, and the four of us are ready to take advantage of it and move forward.

Víctor Toxcón, the eldest of the brothers

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ESCUELA PARA PADRES

At the Carlos F. Novella Foundation, we recognize that family plays a fundamental role in the integral development of children and youth. For this reason, in 2024 we strengthened the School for Parents program, establishing that the schools with different programs will have a solid curriculum to have a positive impact on raising their children.

The objective behind this initiative was to strengthen the role of parents in the personal, emotional, and academic development in their children, through training, awareness, and empowerment. Through dynamic and reflexive sessions, participants acquired valuable knowledge, thus improving their support throughout their children's growth and fostering more positive family environments.

In 2024, Escuela para Padres was carried out in the Cimentando las Bases, Escuela Sociodeportiva, Paso a Paso, Escuela de Música and Colegio ENA programs, benefiting more than 2,500 families in different locations.

2,569 participants

LAS BASES

SOCIODEPORTIVA

PASO A PASO

COLEGIO ENA

2,082487

ESCUELA DE MÚSICA

MUSEO

CARLOS F. NOVELLA

We raise national and international awareness of Progreso's and the Novella Family's industrial and cultural heritage. The museum was created by the fourth generation of Carlos Federico Novella Klée's descendants, with the purpose of preserving his legacy and that of the industry he founded 125 years ago. It houses a historical archive where Progreso's objects, photographs and documents are catalogued and stored, reflecting the evolution of the construction industry in Guatemala and its impact on both the

Children's perceptions of irregular migration may be marked by curiosity, compassion and, perhaps, some confusion.

My cousin Jazmin migrated to the United States and faced several problems. That inspired me to create this painting, in which I portray the sadness of leaving her country.

the exhibition “Horizontes: una mirada de los niños hacia la migración” Horizons: a childs look at migation, a Socio-sports School project that came about thanks to the partnership with the Real Madrid Foundation and the Inter-American Development Bank, was held in 2024. The exhibition was presented at the National Museum of Archeology and Ethnology, in zone 13, as part of the celebration of Museum Month.

The inaugural event was attended by representatives of the IDB, Swisscontact, the Ministry of Culture and Sports, the Novella family, Progreso and teams from the Carlos F. Novella

Yerom Sepúlveda
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We participated in Family Day, a yearly activity that brings families together near La Pedrera in zone 6. The activity was attended by 1,173 people and was organized along with the Progreso team. This event allowed us to learn more about the history of Cementos Progreso through stories such as that of Jorge Gómez, a neighbor of zone 6 in Guatemala City and employee.

The photographic exhibition "Evolución Urbana: Construyendo Guatemala en el Siglo XX". "Urban Evolution: Building Guatemala in the 20th Century" was inaugurated after signing an agreement with USAC's School of Architecture and Design (FARUSAC), to provide technical support and strengthen relationships with future professionals.

The exhibit presents buildings in the Historic Center built or restored with Cementos Progreso materials. This display was also presented at the Night of Museums 2025, at the Railroad Museum, where close to 6,000 visitors participated.

In addition, a virtual course was given to 100 FARUSAC students on architecture and design in Mesoamerica during the pre-Hispanic era. This course highlighted the use of lime in Mesoamerican cultures between 2000 B.C. and 1524 A.D., emphasizing its historical relevance in Mexico and Guatemala.

Exhibition “Urban Evolution: Building Guatemala in the 20th Century” in FARUSAC

CEMENT DONATIONS

The Carlos F. Novella Foundation, committed to community welfare, has a cement donation policy for community infrastructure projects, managed through its website. These donations promote solidarity as a fundamental value and provide timely and effective support to those who need it most.

As part of this commitment, the Foundation, in partnership with Progreso's internal social area, supported employees of Progreso's companies and their families by improving their living conditions. This was accomplished by replacing dirt floors with concrete floors, thus improving their quality of life. This effort is part of the HogaRES and Juntos por tu Hogar (Together for your Home)

Since 2005, a partnership with Construcasa has been kept, to contribute by building low-income housing for families living in extreme poverty. This helps guarantee families a safe and dignified home.

Number of projects by type

17 Churches

07 Schools

12,452 Cement Bags were donated in 2024

39 Homes in partnership with CONSTRUCASA

18 Progreso Employees through the HOGARES program

Delivery of cement donation to Asociación Juan Marcos: Let's talk about Down Syndrome in Huehuetenango.

CEMENT DONATIONS

Departments and Municipalities Reached

Chimaltenango:

San Martín Jilotepeque, Santa Apolonia, Tecpán, San Juan Comalapa, San José Poaquil. 1

2

Chiquimula: Ipala.

3

Quetzaltenango: Palestina de los Altos, Quetzaltenango.

4

Guatemala:

San Juan Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, San Pedro Sacatepéquez, Chinautla, Villa Canales

5

Sacatepéquez: La Antigua Guatemala, Santa Lucía Milpas Altas

6

Escuintla: Escuintla, Santa Lucía.

7

Sololá: Sololá, San Juan la Laguna.

8

El Progreso: Sanarate.

9

Santa Rosa: Chiquimulilla.

10

Huehuetenango: Huehuetenango.

Signing of an agreement between the Secretaría de Coordinación Ejecutiva de la Presidencia (SCEP) Executive Coordination Secretariat of the Presidency (SCEP) and the Carlos F. Novella Foundation.

Novella

A cooperation agreement was signed with the Ministry of the Interior to coordinate efforts focused on violence prevention, citizenship building, peace culture promotion and tertiary violence prevention, through a joint plan with our programs La Factoría Ciudadana and Construcción Ciudadana.

An agreement was also signed with the Executive Coordination Secretariat of the Presidency (SCEP) to train personnel from this and other public institutions on issues related to departmental government, development, peace education and the management of social conflicts.

We renewed the Letter of Understanding with the Human Rights Ombudsman's Office (PDH), a partnership that allowed us to offer a diploma course in Human Rights to members of the Carlos F. Novella Foundation and Swisscontact.

We signed an agreement with the Swiss Foundation for Technical Cooperation (Swisscontact), a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable economic development in emerging countries. Through this partnership, we strengthened our employees' capabilities via transfer of methodologies.

We established an agreement with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), focused on supporting initiatives related to peace building, social cohesion, and the use of specialized methodologies. This year, we received training and implemented the Identity Mural methodology.

The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) gave us the opportunity to participate in the dialogue tables for electoral updating and modernization, through the Commission for Electoral Updating and Modernization (CAME). In this space, we presented a proposal aimed at strengthening the electoral authority. As a result of this joint work, an agreement was signed with the TSE to promote democratic values and encourage citizen participation in electoral processes, with emphasis on strengthening critical thinking and responsible voting among youth through TSE's Institute for Civic-Political and Electoral Education and Training.

44 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

EXECUTIVE BRANCH - 10 Partnerships

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION - 8 Partnerships

CONTROLLING ENTITIES

2 Partnerships LEGISLATIVE BRANCH 2 Partnerships

BANCADAS

LOCAL GOVERNMENTS - 5 Partnerships

PRIVATE SECTOR - 9 Partnerships

CIVIL SOCIETY - 8 Partnerships

Municipalidad de Santo Domingo Xenacoj
Municipalidad de San Antonio La Paz
Municipalidad de Sanarate

BUILDING TOGETHER

THE COUNTRY WHERE WE ALL WANT TO LIVE

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