Over a quarter of young people in the bolivian chaco lack economic and educational opportunities? Particularly indigenous women and youth

The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) awarded a $190,000 Project Grant under its Assistance for Overseas Programs (CFDA 85.750) to support Fundacion Treveris, a non-profit organization based in San Jose, CA. The grant will fund a 3-year initiative to create economic and educational opportunities for indigenous women and youth in the Bolivian Chaco region. The project aims to help this underserved population access the local labor market, develop small businesses, and strengthen cultural identity. Key activities include technical training, business capacity building, and mechanisms to promote visibility of the economic potential of the Bolivian Chaco. This investment supports the IAF's objectives to strengthen friendships and understanding across the Western Hemisphere and support community-led development initiatives that generate economic opportunities and social inclusion.

As a result, many young people migrate to cities and other regions of bolivia, which poses a challenge to bolivia?S future sustainability. The IAF supports community-led solutions to create opportunities for youth in bolivia. Our grantee manq?a SOS will help indigenous and creole women and youth access the local labor market and develop businesses that strengthen local cultural identity and generate economic opportunities. These investments will promote greater food security, healthy eating habits, and mechanisms that make visible the cultural identity and economic potential of the bolivian chaco.